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Find a new podcast or catch up on some of your favorites, here are all the newest episodes released this week on Healthcare NOW Radio. Have a great weekend!

We have rounded up some virtual events around our industry. They are all free to attended so register today. And check back each week for new events. Have an event we can include? Contact us.

NOW on-demand, Trending NOW episode with host Shahid Shah and his guest Liz Serie, AVP of Product Management at Inovalon. They discuss simplifying access to healthcare and enabling highly engaged teams to get to that ideal care experience.

Business and financial news from Inovalon, NextGen Healthcare, Seven Starling, Tendo, FlyteHealth, RosenCare, SPRY Therapeutics, MedAxiom, Carta Healthcare, Actility, symplr, Longeveron, HHAeXchange, eClinicalWorks, TruBridge, Linus Health, InteliChart, and more.

By Devin Partida – Data breaches in health care are becoming increasingly frequent, posing severe threats to patient privacy and institutional integrity. As cybercriminals target sensitive medical records, organizations face significant challenges in safeguarding their data.

Joshua Liu MD explains that healthcare is complicated because you constantly have to make tradeoffs between access, quality, equity and cost – with no obviously correct solution to many complex scenarios.

This month’s AI report includes news and updates from Maverick Medical AI, Suki, Lirio, Cone Health, COTA, Texas Oncology, Huma, KAID Health, Park Medical Centers, mpathic, Zoi Capital, MDaudit, Abridge, Mayo Clinic, Epic, EBSCO, Greenspace Health, H2O.ai, Thoughtful AI, Transworld Systems, Savista, Solventum, Talkdesk, & Unlearn.

By Bill Lewkowski – Today’s employees seek remote or hybrid positions to gain flexibility in their lives and careers. While various studies demonstrate that hybrid work is more prevalent than fully remote positions, the rise of remote opportunities has become a catalyst for IT jobs nationwide.

NOW on Demand FINN Voices episode with host Beth Friedman and her guest Director of Innovation and Emerging Markets, Brian Urban at FinThrive. Take a listen as they discuss the Data Humanity Lab.

New investments will make it easier for social workers to practice across state lines, increase behavioral health access, and better facilitate telehealth services; Funding builds on HRSA’s work to support licensure compacts to improve access to primary care and psychology.

By Matt Fisher – The pieces to the puzzle that is the use of tracking technology in healthcare continue to accumulate. The most recent piece was a summary judgment decision from the Northern District of Texas stemming from a lawsuit filed by the American Hospital Association along with a couple of hospitals.

Starts November 4th – Attend the CommonWell Health Alliance Fall Summit, the premier event dedicated to the shared mission of advancing healthcare interoperability. This annual gathering brings together the brightest minds and most passionate advocates from within and beyond the CommonWell community.

By Rob Anthony – As part of ONC’s annual Standards Version Advancement Process, we’re excited to announce the Approved Standards for 2024 (2024 SVAP standards). The SVAP is designed to support industry interoperability needs by adding new standards to be used in the ONC Health IT Certification Program.

By Susan Clark – I met a man in a bar. No, it wasn’t that kind of meeting. Rather, it was a networking event at a piano bar during a healthcare conference about five years ago. I was an attendee, and his cybersecurity company was one of the sponsors of the event.

NOW on Demand Tell Me Where IT Hurts episode with host Dr. Jay Anders and his guest Christopher Kunney, a renowned senior-level HIT executive and strategist, and Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist for IOTECH Consulting.

By Robert Otto Valdez PhD MHSA – The Ben Franklin proverb, “An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure,” has never rung truer than it does today. I have long thought preventive healthcare is the key to living longer and healthier lives. Prevention is primary.

Health IT product news from Mobile Health, rater8, HSBlox, Greenway Health, Kontakt.io, Verantos, Wolters Kluwer Health, Cognizant, CCS, TalkDesk, SPRY Therapeutics, InfoBionic, Lyric Health, and more.

By April Miller – Now that regulators have caught up with the digitalization age, they’ve prioritized regulating data collection, processing, storage and exchanges. However, several downsides to their intervention exist.

NOW on-demand, Value-Based Care Insights host Daniel J. Marino speaks with Tim Hanners and Dr. Dave Lebec where they address these challenges and explore best practice approaches in working with employed and independent anesthesia groups.

Health IT business news from Inovalon Inc., SeamlessMD, HSBlox, rater8, Cotiviti, Greenway Health, Kontakt.io, symplr, 1upHealth, Lirio, Cone Health, CRISP Shared Services, Barton Associates, Huma, Wolters Kluwer Health, and more.

Takeaways on the Future of AI in Community Healthcare By Wes Cronkite & Helena Anderson – TRAIN held its first meeting and aims to foster responsible and safe AI development frameworks to ensure all communities can access and benefit from relevant, accessible, affordable AI technology.

Joshua Liu MD explains why we worry about AI errors in healthcare, but forget that we already accept a certain level of human error. This give us a clear starting point for deciding if AI is good enough.

Moving our healthcare system into the digital age, better outcomes, controlling and reducing costs, and patient access to their health data. Our monthly HIE rundown includes updates on TEFCA, HIE networks, job openings and vendor contracts.

By Dr. Amy Bucher – Depending on who you ask, AI is either the savior of healthcare or its assassin. In reality, AI is a set of tools that require careful implementation and oversight to successfully support the objectives of patients, providers, systems and other entities in the healthcare ecosystem.

An Inovalon research study conducted among over 400 healthcare leaders and professionals revealed a variety of perspectives on using artificial intelligence (AI) in the healthcare revenue cycle. Download the study.

Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include Rula Health, IntelyCare, Walgreens Boots Alliance, agilon health, EveryONE Medicines, Aspirion, TriNet, JPA Health, ModMed, JP Morgan Life Sciences, Clearsense, Intrepid Ascent, RLDatix, Bailey & Company, & MITRE.

By Avinash R. Boodoosingh – In the boardrooms of insurance and healthcare organizations, a pressing question echoes: “What’s your AI strategy?” As artificial intelligence stands on the brink of redefining the industry, having a robust AI roadmap is imperative –

Join us on Wednesday August 7th with HealthIMPACT Live for Measuring the Impact of AI in Healthcare Virtual Summit. Register today.

Supporting the adoption of health IT and the promotion of nationwide health information exchange to improve health care, here is what is happening at the ONC, including HTI-2 Proposed Rule Information Sessions, first one this Wednesday, Information Blocking Disincentives for Providers Final Rule, and share feedback on a new USCDI+ Maternal Health dataset until 7/31.

HHS, through the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, released the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability (HTI-2) proposed rule for public comment.

Healthcare NOW Radio is constantly evolving and new radio shows and podcasts join our family quite often. Some stay for a brief time while others are in it for the long haul. This week we look at the radio shows that have been with us from early on and continue to take the journey along with us.

By Art Gross – Over the past few years, telehealth has emerged as a game-changer, offering patients convenient access to medical services from the comfort of their homes. However, as with any technological advancement, the rise of telehealth has also brought forth new challenges, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity and patient privacy.

The thought leaders in our community are good about sharing their thoughts on the issues of today. Here are the top read and shared guest posts of June that we think deserve sharing again.

What do managed care organizations (MCOs) need to consider to successfully comply with the various requirements and achieve the goals the CMS final rule sets out to accomplish? This week’s Friday at Five, courtesy of Sellers Dorsey, provides five critical considerations for MCOs.

NOW of demand, Healthcare de Jure with host Matt Fisher and guest Meghan Gaffney, CEO, Co-Founder of Veda discussing the background on provider directories and difficulties of confirming accuracy of information, inconsistent application of accountability requirements, policy update on pending Congressional bills, & more.

Business and financial news from Inovalon Inc., MEDITECH, Choice Health at Home, Resilient Healthcare, ZOI Capital, Neuroglee Health, HHAeXchange, Lindus Health, Clarify Health, Intuitive, ObjectiveHealth, CharmHealth, and more.

By Jon Moore, MS, JD, HCISPP – To maximize AI’s benefits while protecting patient data and organizational integrity, executives must adopt a strategic, proactive approach. Here are seven crucial actions to effectively manage AI-related cyber risks and ensure secure, efficient AI adoption.

Joshua Liu MD explains why everyone wants to do the fun stuff in Health Tech (*ahem* build cool features)…but why it’s the “boring” stuff that matters most.

We are seeking out the latest developments around virtual healthcare. News from ATA Action, AvaSure, ATA, KeyCare, Pomelo Care, Avel eCare, West Health Institute, DocGo, Heyday Health, Mitel, WellSync, eVisit, Brightside Health, Brook Health, Uwill, Artisight, Mobile Health, and more.

By Stuart Long – Healthcare IT leaders are continuously balancing the need to improve patient care, optimize operational efficiency, secure data, and manage costs. Prioritizing the right digital investments is crucial, with significant implications for clinical and financial outcomes.

By James Pelletier – As healthcare providers strive to deliver better outcomes while managing costs, understanding the financial implications of MSSP Accountable Care Organization reporting becomes essential. And

This week’s Talent Tuesday is brought to you by Navenio and their CEO Connie Moser discussing the ongoing post COVID challenge of our nursing shortage.

By Matt Fisher – One of the newest and hottest entrants on the healthcare privacy front is the Federal Trade Commission. Being aware of the whole regulatory enforcement landscape is just as important as paying attention to compliance in the first place.

From the Health IT Buzz Blog – A decade ago, as EHRs were rapidly implemented across the country, ONC sought to make sure these newly implemented technologies were interoperable. Since 2014, ONC has tracked progress toward widespread interoperability among hospitals and physicians by measuring…

By Erica Olenski – At the HFMA Annual Conference 2024 in sunny Las Vegas, “frontier” was this year’s passionate theme. HFMA described the healthcare finance industry as “a new frontier of health.” Here is my take.

NOW on-demand, Value-Based Care Insights host Daniel J. Marino speaks with Ericka Adler, a seasoned attorney at Roetzel & Andress. They delve into the complexities of private equity interests and their profound impact on healthcare providers.

By Judith Graham – Medical research has shortchanged women for decades. This is particularly true of older women, leaving physicians without critically important information about how to best manage their health.

By Art Gross – As a healthcare leader, you know that protecting patient data and ensuring cybersecurity compliance is a never-ending battle. Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and regulations are frequently updated to address new risks.

Health IT business news from Consensus Cloud Solutions, MRO Corp, Waystar, Avel eCare, Nurse.com, Oracle, Mitel, RevSpring, Talkdesk, MDaudit, Solventum, Aledade, Lindus Health, Lightbeam Health Solutions, Artisight, Bone Health Technologies, AKASA, and more.

Answers Media Network wishes you a happy, healthy and safe 4th of July! Here are some tips and advice to celebrate and enjoy the holiday while still adhering to medical recommendations to stay safe and healthy. Happy Independence Day!

Joshua Liu MD explains 5 unexpected benefits of being a clinician entrepreneur.

Reported payers and health insurance industry news from Humana, Independence Blue Cross, Medica, AHIP and more.

By Ashley Ashworth – It’s time for our favorite summer tradition—this time on a new platform! The annual comment period for the Interoperability Standards Advisory will be open June 12 – August 12, 2024.

Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include Greater Houston Healthconnect, Caire, Swift Medical, MOMA Therapeutics, Greenway Health, Brillio, Brightseed, Bamboo Health, SnapCare, MRO Corp., AMA, Inovalon, Mightier, HITRUST, Sellers Dorsey, & CereCore.

By Spencer Allee – The next frontier in revenue cycle management is here—denials prevention, resolution, and recovery powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning. The best chance hospitals and health systems have to combat growing numbers of denials is to implement AI in their denials management workflows.

Starts October 6th in Denver – The Leaders Conference is an inclusive community exploring the future of our industry, with content curated for those in management and executive level positions, and aspiring leaders. Join them to learn, grow and network with like-minded leaders eager to transform healthcare.

From the AHRQ Blog – Clinical decision support has emerged as an important tool to improve the quality and safety of patient care. Not coincidentally, CDS has been a consistent focal point for AHRQ’s Digital Healthcare Research Program.

By Christie Scanlon – Within healthcare’s intricate landscape, a complex interplay exists among three principal entities: patients, providers, and payers. This dynamic can be likened to the “Three-Body Problem” in physics—a concept from Liu Cixin’s science fiction novel…

NOW on demand, Health Unabashed episode with guest Dr. Ronald Ramzi, Managing Director of ZOI Capital. They discuss his journey from cariology to digital health innovation and challenges of uptake of digital health solutions in a fee-for-services centric sick care ecosystem.

By Javier Favela – Organizations that make moves to adopt a single, robust practice management system and clearinghouse, integrating all claims and financial rules into one cohesive system, can experience successful financial, operational, and clinical outcomes.

Our monthly round up of nurses news, from the associations, providers, hospital systems, and nurses themselves.

Jason Kahn, MD – Findings from a new study by Mightier highlight the significant trade-offs and choices that parents, primarily mothers, make to support their children’s mental and behavioral health.

NOW on Demand The Scope With Dr. K. On this episode Dr. Kosinski chats with Dr. Mark McClellan, Director and Professor of Business, Medicine and Policy at the Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy at Duke University.

Business and financial news from NextGen Healthcare, Wolters Kluwer Health, InsightRX, Better Health, eClinicalWorks, Mediktor, athenahealth, Evolent Health, Hinge Health, Upswing Health, Vultr, Athos Therapeutics, YouScript, LucidHealth, HHAeXchange, KeyCare, Heyday Health, eVisit and more.

By Jim Tate – CMS established MIPS to link physician reimbursement to quality and cost-effective care. The current 2024 Medicare reimbursement adjustments are based on the 2022 performance year scores (0-100) for eligible clinicians. The program is budget neutral and the potential range of adjustments range from -9% to +9%.

Missed our event? Watch the recording of, Use of AI in Healthcare and Its Cybersecurity Implications with experts Heather Randall, PhD, Lee Kim, JD, CISSP, CIPP/US FHIMSS, David Finn, CISA, CISM, CRISC, and CDPSE with moderator Matt Fisher, JD.

This month’s AI report includes news and updates from Vultr, Athos Therapeutics, LucidHealth, Eko Health, AvaSure, CLEW Medical, Mediktor, Sensely, HLTH, Navina, Lunit, Volpara, Wolters Kluwer Health, Cognizant, CCS, Talkdesk, Lyric, InfoBionic.Ai, HBox.ai, SPRY Therapeutics, Teledoc Health, & AMA.

By Matt Fisher – When the likely inevitable data breach occurs, who is responsible for sending the notice? Does the answer change when a breach is bigger? Does the answer change because a business associate is involved? Understanding ahead of time is informative, especially since the issue has been thrown into the spotlight by the big breach at Change Healthcare.

By Steven Posnack & Jim Macrae – ONC’s USCDI+ program recently reached a milestone as part of a joint initiative started in August 2022 with HRSA. HRSA and HRSA Health Center Program grantees launched one of the first real-world implementations using the HL7® FHIR® Bulk Data Access standard as part of a federal program.

Today’s Talent Tuesday is brought to you by FINN Voices and TruBridge. Listen in as host Beth Friedman talks to Amaris McComas, Chief People Officer at TruBridge. TruBridge is an innovative health company that is successfully transitioning from legacy health IT to digital health solutions through a people-first culture and an agile work environment.

By Jeff Robbins – The healthcare industry has experienced an explosion of data and analytics. Whether it comes from an Apple Watch or a hospital room, patient data is collected nonstop. But we can still unlock the value especially as AI becomes an increasing part of the equation.

Early Bird ends June 30th – HITRUST Collaborate 2024 is set to illuminate The Star in Frisco with the most comprehensive insights in information risk management and compliance. Over 2.5 days, explore a comprehensive agenda featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and tailored training sessions.

The American Medical Association gathered physician and medical student leaders from all corners of medicine at its Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates to shape guiding policies on emerging health care topics.

By Kristin Quinlan – Across the healthcare industry and public health sector, there is a growing recognition that language access significantly impacts social determinants of health (SDOH)—the conditions in which people are born, live, and work that shape health outcomes.

NOW on-demand, Value-Based Care Insights host Daniel J. Marino speaks with SueEllen Carroll, Managing Director at AArete, and Darren Ghanayem, a seasoned expert in healthcare and IT, who share their insights on building trust between payers and providers, along with strategies for improving governance.

By Art Gross – The OCR is preparing to launch a new round of audits in 2024 to assess compliance with the HIPAA Security Rule across the healthcare sector. After long delays, HIPAA-regulated entities can expect increased scrutiny on their security practices and risk management programs.

Health IT product news from Avel eCare, CentralReach, Hydreight Technologies, InfoBionic, OM1, RapidAI, ThinkAndor, Together by Renee, Tyto Care, Seqera, SPRY, Crosby Health, Lindus Health, AArete, Lyric Health, Cohere Health, Milliman MedInsight, The Hartford and more.

By Jim Bohnsack – As artificial intelligence continues revolutionizing various industries, healthcare revenue cycle management stands out as a field ripe with opportunity. Here are five key takeaways on how AI is reshaping healthcare RCM and what organizations must consider for successful implementation.

By Justin Barnes – A key to improving care, cutting costs and increasing revenue is through value-based care levers providing a foundation toward more favorable payer negotiation. Let’s look at building chronic care management into value-based care.

Health IT business news from Zscaler, DirectTrust, Infinx Healthcare, Brightside Health, RevSpring, Komodo Health, Wolters Kluwer Health, symplr, Verily, OM1, InteliChart, Avation Medical, Sunoh.ai, HSG Advisors, and more.