Table manners set to change as digital health market evolves

Digital health firms raised a total of $4.5 billion in venture capital in 2015 but competition is getting fierce as the field becomes more crowded and firms focus on connecting consumers with payers and providers, rather than just counting calories and steps.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 21, 2016

Survey: Those with high-deductible plans not price shopping

Having "skin in the game" is not enough to encourage provider comparisons.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 21, 2016

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Artificial intelligence

Amid mounting interest and investment in the space, it's clear AI’s applications in healthcare will only continue to grow.

By Healthcare Dive staff

For your consideration: FDA issues medical device security recs

The draft guidance addresses both premarket and postmarket cybersecurity concerns.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 20, 2016

CMS: MU still in full effect, shift to value-based care will take time

In a blog post, federal officials set to clarify the "will they/won't they?" tension over the meaningful use program.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 20, 2016

CHIME rings in $1M national patient identifier contest

Patient misidentification can potentially harm patients and cost organizations money. CHIME is looking to change that.

By Ana Mulero • Jan. 20, 2016

J&J to cut 3,000 jobs in major shakeup—is it a prelude to an acquisition?

The layoffs will stem from the firm's medical devices division and take place over the next two years. 

By Sy Mukherjee • Jan. 19, 2016

Olympus to revamp duodenoscope tied to infections

The company is recalling the devices in light of evidence that proper cleaning is insufficient to remove bacteria.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 19, 2016

Apple quietly ramps up medtech expertise

The tech giant's hiring pattern suggests its working to raise its profile in digital health.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 19, 2016

Meet MACRA, health IT's next great hope

As meaningful use is set to be phased, MACRA switches focus to value-based payments. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 19, 2016

Lyft rises to patient transportation occasion in NYC

Gunning for Uber, Lyft is targeting the medical transport market as a major opportunity.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 15, 2016

CMS launches online resource, helps states update IT systems

The online resource will help states abide by new regulations requiring them to upgrade Medicaid IT systems into those with industry-proven standards. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 14, 2016

CPSI acquires rival Healthland Holding

Computer Programs and Systems Inc. has acquired one of its EHR rivals in a deal valued at $250 million. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 14, 2016

Healthline Media raises $95M, spins off from parent company

Healthline, a consumer health website, plans to invest more into editorial content, add videos, and launch apps. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 14, 2016

Google files digital health patent for medication reminder

Google has recently filed several patents related to digital health ranging from an electronic tattoo that senses galvanic skin responses to a cancer-fighting smartwatch. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 14, 2016

WEDI CEO Devin Jopp resigns

As head of WEDI, Jopp played a leading role in advancing ICD-10. 

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 14, 2016

End of MU brings celebration, speculation

While many are glad to see the program go, some are serving judgement until seeing what comes next.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 14, 2016

CMS acting admin announces end of meaningful use program

With the program set to end this year, providers will no longer be rewarded by CMS for using technology. Going forward, focus will be on patient outcomes via the merit-based incentive pay systems created last year by federal policy. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 13, 2016

UPMC teams with Utah firm to rein in care costs

By commercializing its cost management tool, UPMC hopes to help other health systems adopt data-driven healthcare practices.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 12, 2016

Labeling claims key to whether apps get FDA scrutiny

As more people turn to mobile apps and consumer gadgets to manage their healthcare, it’s important to read the fine print on that FDA stamp.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 12, 2016

MedStar-Uber partnership lets patients find rides lickety click

MedStar’s collaboration with Uber is part of a larger focus on digital technologies to improve access to care.

By Meg Bryant • Jan. 11, 2016

FTC takes on watchdog role, settles data encryption case for $250K

The agency went after an IT vendor for allegedly misrepresenting its level of encryption for patient data.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 11, 2016

Friday Rounds: Wheelin', dealin' and leavin' in the new year

The healthcare industry didn't waste any time kicking off the new year. Federal actions framed the week as one major insurer left the trade group AHIP.

By Jeff Byers • Jan. 8, 2016

Claim follow-ups costing hospitals 33% more than previous estimates

The survey suggests higher cost means claims follow-up could be costing providers $3.1 billion more than previously believed

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 8, 2016

Patient record matching challenges abound, AHIMA survey finds

The association suggests accurate patient matching can significantly impact patient care.

By Heather Caspi • Jan. 8, 2016

Massachusetts behavioral health providers receive $1.3M in EHR grants

The Massachusetts eHealth Institute (MeHi) awards $1.3 million in grants to improve patient care, reduce costs, and ensure patient data security and privacy. 

By Nina Flanagan • Jan. 7, 2016