More than 4,000 NY providers request e-prescribing waivers

A state law mandated that all providers begin sending prescriptions electronically on March 27.

By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016

Geisinger's unique refund program repaid patients $80K over 6 months

Experts suggest the refunds cost less than a consultant would charge to review patient experience issues in the same time frame.

By Heather Caspi • April 18, 2016

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Provider burnout

Hospitals are still struggling with provider burnout, after the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated underlying staffing issues and prompted workers to quit their jobs.

By Healthcare Dive staff

Florida finally allows NPs and PAs to prescribe controlled substances

After more than 10 years of advocacy, the state is embracing these providers in its efforts to expand access to care.

By Heather Caspi • April 18, 2016

6 strategies for weathering turbulent times and executive shake-ups

In the face of turnover and organizational dysfunction, healthcare leaders need to envision their ideal future state.

By Julie Henry • April 16, 2016

This thyroid tumor cancer declassification could affect 10K

The action could lead to other types of cancer to be reviewed.

By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016

VA puts $624M Epic scheduling system contract on hold

The agency is testing a cheaper upgrade using its own software.

By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016

Texas doctor found guilty in largest home healthcare fraud

The alleged scheme went on for years before being investigated due to its complexity and sophisticaition.

By Ana Mulero • April 14, 2016

Ransomware, tax fraud numbers way up in healthcare, reports say

Ransomware is up 35% and healthcare accounted for the highest number of data breaches in service industries last year.

By Nina Flanagan • April 14, 2016

StartUp Health's 'Longevity Moonshot' focused on extending lifespan

The health innovation company is partnering with Human Longevity, Inc. with the goal of addressing aging-related diseases and enhancing healthy lifespans by 50+ years. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 14, 2016

PHRs: What's stopping more consumers from viewing them

Many think a recent prediction that adoption of patient health records could reach 75% by 2020 is far from realistic.

By Meg Bryant • April 14, 2016

ONC study: Regional extension centers boost EHR adoption rates

Sixty-eight percent of eligible professionals who received incentive payments under Stage 1 of the MU program were assisted by RECs, according to the analysis.

By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016

Buffalo Cardiology shuttering practice after 40 years, cites 'changing healthcare' industry

One hundred and nineteen employees are due to be laid off.

By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016

American Cancer Society, IBM to join war on cancer using supercomputer strength

By creating a virtual cancer advisor, the companies hope clinicians will be motivated to share personalized guidance.

By Ana Mulero • April 13, 2016

60 Sens: CMS' hospital star ratings too limited

"We are concerned that the Star Rating system may be misleading to consumers," U.S. senators said in a letter to CMS.

By Ana Mulero • April 13, 2016

Kaiser Permanente's research biobank seeks participants

The company is reaching out to members nationally to participate in its effort to establish a DNA biobank. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 13, 2016

Abortion training numbers increase as clinics close

Two programs say they currently train more than 1,000 physicians and medical students annually.

By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016

How the disruptive insurer Harken Health is tackling the Illinois, Georgia markets

The insurer is optimistic after opening its primary care sites in Chicago and Atlanta. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016

Study: Income predicts life expectancy

Following an analysis of 1.4 billion tax records, researchers discovered a big difference in longevity between the richest and the poorest Americans. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016

HOPE-3 trial adds fuel to argument in support of statin use

The trial results could aid medication adherence by reinforcing the message that preventive therapy works.

By Meg Bryant • April 12, 2016

Mayo Clinic, GE Ventures unveil IoT platform for cell, gene therapies

Vitruvian Networks will provide software and a manufacturing platform.

By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016

How hospitals can help prevent, deal with sexual assault cases

Restoring patient trust in a healthcare system after such an incident “only comes with time,” one lawyer said.

By Meg Bryant • April 8, 2016

HHS task force outlines interoperability's trouble areas

Figuring out how to improve interoperability is more of an art form than a science, the task force said.

By Ana Mulero • April 7, 2016

Digital health funding hit $981M in Q1

Investors were focused on wearables, analytics, population health management, consumer health information, healthcare consumer engagement, and EHR/clinical workflow. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 7, 2016

Study: Big variation in telemedicine adherence to medical guidelines

Adherence to guidelines varied by telemedicine provider and patient condition, a recent study showed.

By Nina Flanagan • April 7, 2016

Mercy Health-Cincinnati teams up with large neurosurgery group

The deal will expand access to innovative brain and spine treatments across Mercy Health’s hospitals.

By Meg Bryant • April 6, 2016