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CHAI releases draft framework for AI quality assurance labs
The Coalition for Health AI is seeking feedback on the proposals, which detail how the group will certify labs and a “nutrition label” that aims to give buyers more information about AI models.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Google’s AI-backed healthcare search tool now available for general use
Vertex AI Search for Healthcare is designed to quickly query a patient’s medical record. Google says the tool will reduce the administrative burden for payers and providers.
By Susanna Vogel • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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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.
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New legislation aims to tame ‘Wild West’ in healthcare cybersecurity
The proposed bill, introduced last month by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, is a good step forward, but hospitals may need more funds to boost their cybersecurity practices, experts say.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Health tech investment shows signs of recovery in 2024: SVB
Funding in the first eight months of the year has already exceeded pre-pandemic levels, according to Silicon Valley Bank. But high valuations recorded in 2021 are still affecting the market.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Amwell taps ex-Teladoc exec as CFO
Mark Hirschhorn will join the telehealth vendor from TapestryHealth.
By Sydney Halleman • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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UnitedHealth lowers adjusted profit outlook as cyberattack costs rise
The insurer has recorded $2.5 billion in total impacts from the attack through the nine months ended Sept. 30, according to UnitedHealth’s third-quarter earnings.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Colorado provider Axis Health System hit by ‘cyber incident’
The provider, which offers primary care, dental services and mental healthcare, said its primary care patient portal was offline.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ImprivataPasswords in healthcare: A doctor’s perspective on why they aren’t working
Healthcare's password woes: Security risks and productivity loss demand urgent solutions.
By Dr. Sean Kelly, MD • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Suki raises $70M to expand healthcare AI scribe
The Series D round will allow the startup to speed new product development, invest in commercial initiatives and add to its leadership team.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Microsoft unveils new healthcare AI tools
The products include a service that helps healthcare organizations build their own AI agents that could be used for appointment scheduling, clinical trial matching and patient triage.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Deep DiveThe number of AI medical devices has spiked in the past decade
The FDA has authorized nearly 1,000 medical devices with artificial intelligence features as companies including GE Healthcare and Siemens Healthineers build out their AI efforts.
By Elise Reuter , Jasmine Ye Han • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Nearly 70% of healthcare organizations hit by cyberattacks report patient care disruptions: survey
More than half of respondents saw more procedure complications or reported poor outcomes due to care delays, while 28% said mortality rates rose.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Digital health deal count declines in Q3, but check sizes stabilize: Rock Health
Startups notched 110 deals in the third quarter, compared with 133 in the second quarter. But average deal size held steady, suggesting investors are making “fewer, more focused bets,” according to the consultancy firm.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Sponsored by EnliticUnlocking the full potential of medical imaging data to drive value
Use Enlitic to improve medical imaging data quality and workflows to enhance operational efficiency!
By Dave Wilson • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Lawmakers urge Biden administration to extend telehealth prescribing flexibilities for opioid use disorder
A bipartisan group of two dozen representatives pushed officials to preserve the pandemic-era prescribing changes for buprenorphine, arguing telehealth increases access and prevents overdoses.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Teladoc COO to depart at year end
Mike Waters’ resignation follows other leadership changes at the telehealth vendor, including the departure of Teladoc’s former CEO this spring.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Private equity firm TPG to take majority stake in Surescripts
The e-prescribing giant’s other investors — CVS Health, Cigna-owned pharmacy benefit manager Express Scripts and two pharmacist trade groups — will retain a minority interest.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Two-thirds of healthcare organizations hit by ransomware in past year: survey
Nearly 40% of healthcare organizations reported it took more than a month to recover after an attack, according to a survey by cybersecurity firm Sophos.
By Emily Olsen • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Top healthcare conferences to plan for in 2025
Here are notable events hospital, payer and tech executives should consider attending in the second half of the year, running the gamut from digital health to financial management to medical innovation.
By Sydney Halleman • Updated June 30, 2025 -
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Senators introduce bill to set healthcare cybersecurity standards
The legislation, sponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, would direct the HHS to develop minimum cybersecurity standards for providers, health plans, claims clearinghouses and business associates.
By Emily Olsen • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Q&A‘Seconds matter’: Canopy CEO Shan Sinha on healthcare violence and protecting workers
Shan Sinha, CEO and founder of safety company Canopy, discusses healthcare workplace violence and technology’s potential to help protect workers.
By Brian T. Horowitz • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Remote patient monitoring in Medicare needs more oversight: OIG
Regulators say Medicare needs more data and oversight to avoid fraud and misuse. Digital health advocates argue the service is still crucial for managing chronic conditions.
By Emily Olsen • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Epic hit with antitrust lawsuit by data startup Particle Health
Particle alleges electronic health record vendor Epic used its position as a “monopolist” to prevent competition in the payer market.
By Emily Olsen • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Texas attorney general, generative AI company settle over accuracy allegations
The agreement resolves allegations that Pieces Technologies made deceptive claims about the accuracy of its documentation products. Pieces denied any wrongdoing.
By Emily Olsen • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Deep Dive4 steps to minimize the threat of legacy medical devices
Older medical devices with unsupported software pose cybersecurity threats that regulators and industry are struggling to solve. Here are four steps experts say can help mitigate risks.
By Ricky Zipp • Sept. 23, 2024
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