Interoperability gets a big win with Burwell's announcement at HIMSS16

Companies that provide 90% of EHRs used by U.S. hospitals have committed to improve health IT.

By Jeff Byers • Feb. 29, 2016

CMS extends MU hardship deadline

New streamlined applications and a new deadline are aimed at adding flexibility.

By Heather Caspi • Feb. 29, 2016

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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

The next wave in healthcare cyberattacks: Ransomware

Ransomware is holding hospitals hostage and reports indicate medical devices are next. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 29, 2016

10 years and counting: Anthony Atala describes how he 3-D printed living tissue

The Wake Forest researcher discussed the 3-D printing process and how it may cut costs in the future in an interview with Healthcare Dive. 

By Jeff Byers • Feb. 28, 2016

Practice Fusion reportedly looking for white knight for rescue services

Earlier this month, the embattled EHR software startup laid off a quarter of its staff.

By Meg Bryant • Feb. 26, 2016

5 trending topics to watch at HIMSS16

Viva Las Vegas! Viva interoperability!

By Meg Bryant • Feb. 25, 2016

ONC unveils new 'Tech Lab' to lay interoperability groundwork

Any further ONC-supported activities under the Standards and Interoperability Framework will be completed via the new structure.

By Shalina Chatlani • Feb. 25, 2016

WebMD hints at joining telehealth space

Healthcare is the second-fastest growing sector for on-demand services, according to a recent report.

By Ana Mulero • Feb. 25, 2016

Philips to launch new wearable biosensor

The new monitoring device is geared towards at-risk hospital patients. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 25, 2016

HIMSS16 to stream live radio from exhibit floor

This Just In @ HIMSS will feature interviews with more than 30 featured speakers. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 25, 2016

Study: Residents spend 5 hours a day on EHR documentation

The new data correlates with national survey results showing residents spend more than four hours daily on EHR data entry. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 25, 2016

Kentucky website provides addiction treatment information

The new website provides information on 130 Kentucky providers that treat drug addictions. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 25, 2016

After receiving $12.5M last year, this health benefits startup laid off 25% of its staff

The company raised the cash in venture capital funding last year but is looking to stay lean during tough times.

By Meg Bryant • Feb. 24, 2016

Coming this spring: CMS' MIPS payment model details

CMS is investing $650 million to help more than 140,000 physicians make the shift to a value-based payment model.

By Meg Bryant • Feb. 24, 2016

eClinicalWorks to enter the acute care EHR ring

The platform will be launched next year.

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 24, 2016

Senate confirms Califf as FDA commissioner by an 89-4 vote

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Robert Califf to be the next FDA commissioner by an 89-4 vote. The four lawmakers voting against Califf had voiced their concern over the FDA's role in the growing opioid crisis in the U.S.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Feb. 24, 2016

If Zocdoc has lost its 'unicorn' status, its CEO is unfazed

Although Zocdoc's value soared past a billion dollars in 2014 to become a "unicorn," its value has been recently questioned by venture capitalists. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 23, 2016

OIG outlines HealthCare.gov troubled roll-out, found an 'absence of clear leadership'

An OIG report found the agency still has its work cut out for it to address implementation challenges in the federal marketplace.

By Shalina Chatlani • Feb. 23, 2016

L.A. hospital's ransom payment raises controversy

The scheme, possibly the first of its kind against a medical institution, has California fighting back.

By Heather Caspi • Feb. 22, 2016

UCSF uses social networks to deliver mental healthcare

Social networking is being used at the Young Adult and Family Center at the University of California San Francisco to deliver mental health services to adolescents, young adults, and veterans. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 18, 2016

Up to 60% of Californians had data stolen last year, report says

California's attorney general, Kamala Harris, said up to three out of five residents may have had electronic records stolen in 2015. 

By Nina Flanagan • Feb. 18, 2016

IBM Watson to acquire Truven Health Analytics for $2.6B

IBM says it's committed to helping clients succeed in the healthcare industry's new value-based system.

By Ana Mulero • Feb. 18, 2016

A hipster's quick guide to HIMSS16

Here’s your cheat sheet on where to find the best eats in Las Vegas, sights off the beaten path, and sound engaged yet uninterested.

By Jeff Byers • Feb. 18, 2016

Apple CEO says FBI's demand to unlock iPhone puts health data at risk

"We are challenging the FBI’s demands with the deepest respect for American democracy and a love of our country," Apple CEO Tim Cook wrote in an open letter.

By Ana Mulero • Feb. 18, 2016

Bones, muscles, and cartilage, oh my! 3D printing has hit a new stride

The ability to produce viable bioprosthetics could revolutionize the field of personalized medicine.

By Meg Bryant • Feb. 17, 2016