SPOTLIGHT -
April 25th 2024
7% of messages generated by AI were deemed unsafe
AI-powered coaches can help to alleviate at least some of the worker shortage while at the same time reducing costs
UnitedHealth updates situation on ransomware hack that has disrupted medical and pharmacy processes across the nation.
April 24th 2024
One answer to the cybersecurity problem is reusable verifiable digital credential, which would protect both the patients and health care companies.
April 23rd 2024
Researchers examine how much drug and device makers pay to doctors. The top 0.1% may get quite a bit.
Why Duplicate and Mismatched Patient Records Are a Bigger Problem Than You Think
Take action to ensure accuracy of patient information
The key to unlocking patient loyalty – leveraging brand intelligence in health care
Building positive relationships with patients by tapping into the power of artificial intelligence.
In 2024, technology will change primary care as we know it
Health care will become more about people, the way it should be
Embracing innovation to transform health care
Let’s look at key considerations for health care leaders as they invest in innovation.
What to look for in an AI scribe tool
The right product can reduce staff and clinician burnout, but it needs to include a human element
AI Roundup: Your pharmacist is a robot, AI is more racist than your uncle, and an AI/EHR all-misery team
Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing in health care and all facets of business and life. Here are the latest developments:
How to navigate e-visit billing: tips for primary care physicians
Transparency and accessibility are keys to avoiding surprise charges and ensuring patient satisfaction
Empowering physicians in the age of health care AI
AI is not just about automating administrative tasks – it can help with patient care too
Primary care physicians and orthopedics: a new virtual solution to comanage your patients
Musculoskeletal ailments are common, but treating them can be expensive, time-consuming – even risky. Online collaboration offers a better way to help.
GNC announces expansion of its primary care health service
Memberships include zero copay or discounted prescriptions, mental health, urgent care.
AI’s race-based medical advice could harm patients
Bias and inaccuracies creep in depending on questions about Black, White patients.
Patient data breaches doubled in 2023
Total breaches hit 87 million this year
AI Roundup: No one knows what AI has taken over, AI image fans flames of war, ChatGPT now has internet access
Is texting the future of patient-centric care?
Patients want more convenience. Are you ready to accommodate them?
Health care cybersecurity challenges increase as threats rise
Vast majority of health care organizations are under constant cyber attack
Consumers are ready for personalized health care. Data can make it happen.
Digital health technology has the potential to transform wellness and improve patient outcomes
Why keeping identities safe is critical in health care
How vulnerable are your medical records?
5 Reasons why AI is different in health care
Health care is one of many sectors poised for AI transformation, but it poses unique challenges, opportunities and considerations
Patients don’t understand use of AI in health care, and many don’t trust it
Lack of knowledge leaves room for doubt even as more physicians use artificial intelligence for some element of medicine.
U.S. data breaches hit alarming new highs
Quarterly breaches are down, but for 2023, hackers are having a banner year
Researchers describe efforts to make new digital connections with patients
Federal agency funds studies on wearables, smart devices, apps and connectivity.
FDA forming advisory committee on new digital technologies in health care
AI is part of it, but not the only factor as physicians and patients interact with computers.
Powering AI could use as much electricity as a small country
While the health care applications look promising, there are some possibly severe side effects to the environment thanks to AI’s high power consumption
Revolutionizing the health care revenue cycle: The crucial role of interoperability standards and AI
Interoperability standards and AI have a huge impact on the revenue cycle, with potential to reshape the financial framework of health care institutions.
DEA, HHS announce second extension of telehealth flexibilities that started in pandemic
ATA praises move, predicts ‘Super Bowl for telehealth’ coming in 2024.
Survey shows need for better IT and physician alignment to improve outcomes and reduce burnout
IT leaders acknowledge that physicians are spending too much time dealing with technology issues instead of spending time with patients
Harnessing AI to improve the health care experience: It’s not as fraught as you think
For too long, technology has created burdens for physicians. Here are ways it can become an assistant instead of an annoyance.
That escalated quickly: Non-traditional health care competition has already taken hold
Map out a strategy to compete before it's too late
Nobel Prize for medicine goes to developers of mRNA vaccines
Technology was used for rapid creation of shots against COVID-19.
The best use cases for generative AI in health care? Look near term
Benefits will come when physicians and health experts begin integrating large language models into practices, hospitals and insurance companies.