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    Bayesian Health gets FDA nod for AI sepsis detection tool

    Created by Johns Hopkins University researchers, the early warning system for sepsis aims to help physicians detect the serious condition earlier.

    By Elise Reuter • May 12, 2026
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    MACPAC calls for increased transparency in Medicaid AI prior authorization

    The influential advisory group is recommending policies to boost human oversight and visibility into how Medicaid plans are using the technology, in a bid to prevent risks like inaccuracies or data bias.

    By • May 11, 2026
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    Interoperability

    Interoperability is a long term-challenge for the healthcare industry, but the Trump administration has big ambitions to improve data sharing and patient access — even though its plans so far have few details.

    By Healthcare Dive staff
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    From hidden costs to smarter choices: Why transparency is key to lowering healthcare spend

    The hidden gap driving higher healthcare costs.

    May 11, 2026
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    Hospital at home linked to lower ED visits, in-hospital mortality: study

    The findings suggest hospital at home could serve as a safe alternative to inpatient care, researchers wrote. However, adoption is uneven, with most programs located in urban areas.

    By • May 7, 2026
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    Amwell expects smaller losses in 2026 after Q1 performance

    The health technology firm’s results give Amwell “increased confidence” it will meet a long-term goal of achieving positive cash flow from operations in the fourth quarter, CFO Mark Hirschhorn said.

    By • May 7, 2026
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    The AI knowledge gap we can’t afford to ignore

    Are clinicians truly equipped to use AI safely? Dr. Adam Weinstein of DaVita discusses how caregivers can overcome automation bias.

    By Dr. Adam Weinstein, chief medical information officer, DaVita • May 4, 2026
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    Preparing for the 2026 HIPAA changes: A practical guide for healthcare leaders

    Prepare for 2026 HIPAA changes with clear steps to secure data and stay compliant.

    By Kathryn Human • May 4, 2026
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    Stryker cyberattack ‘meaningfully’ impacted Q1

    CEO Kevin Lobo said the attack had a “big impact” on first-quarter results. However, the company maintained its full-year guidance.

    By Ricky Zipp • May 1, 2026
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    Consumer health data’s regulatory patchwork is growing. Relief isn’t coming.

    Healthcare organizations are struggling to navigate the compliance landscape amid a pullback in federal enforcement, a wave of state legislation and emerging voluntary initiatives, experts say.

    By Michael Brady • April 30, 2026
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    With ultrasound on a chip, Butterfly Network aims for global reach

    Butterfly, which makes handheld imaging machines, hopes to make the technology accessible to more patients with its pricing and AI features.

    By Elise Reuter • April 27, 2026
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    As coordination grows more complex, intelligent care is reshaping the response

    Better coordination starts with intelligent care across teams, systems and settings.

    By Huron • April 27, 2026
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    Medicare AI prior authorization pilot delaying care in Washington: report

    The report compiled by Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., found procedures in the state that were previously approved in two weeks now take four to eight weeks to be authorized.

    By • Updated April 27, 2026
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    AMA urges lawmakers to implement safeguards on AI chatbots

    Though chatbots could have some benefits for mental health access, the physician lobby argued “immediate attention is required” to avoid harming patients looking for support.

    By • April 23, 2026
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    Amazon One Medical launches weight management program including GLP-1 drugs

    The company argues the offering is a more comprehensive approach to weight management, allowing patients to receive ongoing support care and transparent pricing on prescriptions.

    By • April 22, 2026
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    3 ways AI is humanizing patient care

    Microsoft Dragon Copilot reduces documentation burdens and gives healthcare professionals more time to focus on patient care.

    April 20, 2026
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    GE HealthCare, RadNet expand AI mammography collaboration

    The partnership adds access to a workflow for second reads of complex cases and other software features made by RadNet subsidiary DeepHealth.

    By Elise Reuter • April 17, 2026
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    Abridge partners with medical journals to expand AI clinical decision support

    The AI scribe company said information from the New England Journal of Medicine and the JAMA Network will allow providers to more easily access the latest medical research.

    By • April 16, 2026
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    VA deploys Oracle EHR at four Michigan medical centers

    The rollout marks the first deployment of the records system at a VA medical center in years after technical problems plagued the project. In total, 13 medical centers are scheduled to receive the Oracle EHR in 2026.

    By • April 15, 2026
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    Tenet CIO to retire at year end

    Paola Arbour will stay at Tenet on a part-time basis to provide transition and support services through early 2028.

    By • April 14, 2026
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    CMS accepts more than 150 providers, digital health firms for ACCESS model

    Participants will receive set reimbursement for managing Medicare beneficiaries’ chronic conditions, like diabetes, chronic kidney disease and hypertension.

    By • April 14, 2026
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    CMS proposes new deadlines for prior authorizations for drugs

    Drugs were left out of a 2024 rule streamlining prior authorizations by making decisions electronic and requiring payers to turn them around more quickly. The Trump administration is looking to address that gap.

    By • April 13, 2026
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    From vision to reality: How ambulatory practices actually become automated

    Automation fails without the right foundation. Here’s what makes it actually work.

    By David Cohen, FACHE | Chief Product & Technology Officer • April 13, 2026
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    CMS unveils first wave of health tech tools as it pushes data sharing initiative

    The agency showcased dozens of tools Thursday, about 8 months after the CMS first announced the initiative that aims to ease health data sharing and improve access to digital health and AI products.

    By • April 10, 2026
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    Most health AI users don’t rate chatbots as highly accurate: poll

    About 2 in 10 said they at least sometimes use AI chatbots to get health information, but only 18% considered their responses highly accurate, according to the survey published by the Pew Research Center.

    By • April 9, 2026
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    Digital health funding concentrates in fewer startups: report

    Companies raised $4 billion in the first quarter, an increase of $1 billion over the prior year, according to Rock Health. But nearly 60% of the capital deployed came from 12 large deals.

    By • April 8, 2026