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fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

As demand rises, hospitals turn to staff for ideas to improve healthcare using AI | CBC News

AI contest at Trillium Health Partners aims to improve healthcare solutions, with a winning tool to optimize emergency department staffing.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 week ago

America's Largest Hospital System Ready to Start Replacing Radiologists With AI, Its CEO Says

AI is being considered to replace radiologists in X-ray diagnosis, raising concerns about patient safety and care quality.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
5 hours ago

AI Is Causing Healthcare Costs to Surge

AI tools in healthcare have led to increased costs rather than savings, contradicting earlier predictions.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
19 hours ago

Californians sue over AI tool that records doctor visits

Californians are suing Sutter Health and MemorialCare for using an AI tool to record medical conversations without consent, violating laws.
Healthcare
fromTNW | Opinion
3 days ago

Utah let AI prescribe medicine

AI prescription renewals can address medication non-adherence, a significant issue in healthcare, but state oversight may not adequately manage associated risks.
Healthcare
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Utah Lets an AI Chatbot Renew Some Psychiatric Prescriptions in New Pilot - TechRepublic

Utah's agreement with Legion Health allows AI to renew certain psychiatric medications under strict conditions and human oversight.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

As demand rises, hospitals turn to staff for ideas to improve healthcare using AI | CBC News

AI contest at Trillium Health Partners aims to improve healthcare solutions, with a winning tool to optimize emergency department staffing.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 week ago

America's Largest Hospital System Ready to Start Replacing Radiologists With AI, Its CEO Says

AI is being considered to replace radiologists in X-ray diagnosis, raising concerns about patient safety and care quality.
Healthcare
fromTheStreet
5 hours ago

Caring Stress Index: What is Happening in the United States?

America's caregivers face increased stress due to a supply-demand imbalance, worsened by the pandemic.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Britain's shadow workforce is paid as little as 65p an hour. Who cares for the carers? | Frances Ryan

Unpaid carers in the UK are increasingly filling gaps in the social care system, with 1.9 million providing full-time care in 2023-24.
#medicaid
fromFortune
1 day ago
Healthcare

'It's really slapdash': Trump administration coughs up to egregious errors to justify New York health fraud probe | Fortune

Healthcare
fromFortune
1 day ago

'It's really slapdash': Trump administration coughs up to egregious errors to justify New York health fraud probe | Fortune

The Trump administration admitted to a significant error in Medicaid fraud probe figures, undermining its anti-fraud campaign in Democratic states.
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
21 hours ago

Trump Admin Admits Majorly Inflated Medicaid Numbers Were Used to Justify Fraud Probe

The Trump administration admitted to using inflated Medicaid figures for a fraud probe, raising questions about its nationwide crackdown on alleged abuse.
Healthcare
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bronx Survivors Rally To Keep Medicaid Biomarker Testing Coverage

Cancer survivors and advocates urge preservation of Medicaid coverage for biomarker testing to prevent deepening racial and economic disparities in access to care.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
18 hours ago

Is Your Audiologist Providing Person-Centered Care?

Person-centered care in hearing health prioritizes individual experiences and challenges, improving outcomes and communication.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

2 HedgeFund Favorites That Just Got Too Cheap to Ignore

Hedge funds may indicate potential buying opportunities in a volatile market, particularly with stocks like UnitedHealth Group showing promise.
Healthcare
fromSan Jose Spotlight
21 hours ago

Flaherty: Veterans deserve generational healing in their own community - San Jose Spotlight

Aging Vietnam War veterans require urgent support for housing and healthcare as they transition into the 65+ demographic.
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Hospital modernizes data protection with Synology ActiveProtect

The most significant outcome of St. Nikolaus-Hospital's switch to a Synology ActiveProtect Appliance is undoubtedly the ROI reported by the hospital. De Sélys and Bovy expect a 238 percent increase in ROI over the next five years.
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fromMedscape
2 days ago

Medscape Physician Compensation Report 2026: Positive Signs

Physician compensation in the US rose by approximately 3% in 2025, with several specialties averaging over $500,000 in total earnings.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Budget Proposal Shreds Health and Food Programs to Feed the War Machine

Trump suggests offloading Medicaid, Medicare, and child care costs to states amid war, risking health care access for millions.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
2 days ago

Jefferson Health Sues Aetna As Providers' Frustration with MA Grows - MedCity News

Jefferson Health is suing Aetna for unfairly reducing Medicare Advantage payments for inpatient hospital stays deemed 'low severity'.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Our Favorite Passive Income Idea Pays Big Dividends and Grows Daily

Healthcare REITs present a compelling investment opportunity due to aging demographics and attractive valuations, offering reliable passive income and defensive characteristics.
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Aging with Dignity Means Getting Managed Long-Term Care Right

Funding for Managed Long-Term Care is misaligned, favoring healthier populations and neglecting those with complex needs, jeopardizing the promise of aging in place.
#health-insurance
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

You've Lost Your Health Insurance. It Shouldn't Have Been a Surprise.

Health insurers often fail to provide adequate warnings before coverage loss, relying on outdated communication methods that can lead to critical gaps in patient care.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

How to make a high-deductible health plan and HSA work for you

Choosing a low-price health insurance plan can lead to unexpected financial burdens due to high deductibles and lack of understanding of insurance terms.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

You've Lost Your Health Insurance. It Shouldn't Have Been a Surprise.

Health insurers often fail to provide adequate warnings before coverage loss, relying on outdated communication methods that can lead to critical gaps in patient care.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

How to make a high-deductible health plan and HSA work for you

Choosing a low-price health insurance plan can lead to unexpected financial burdens due to high deductibles and lack of understanding of insurance terms.
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Minnesota's largest pediatric system restarts gender-affirming care for trans minors

"Offering science- and research-based health care to transgender and gender diverse youth is part of Children's Minnesota's vision of being every family's essential partner in raising healthier children."
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Colossal hospice scheme cost California millions, officials say amid intensifying Trump feud

Twenty-one individuals are charged in a hospice fraud scheme that defrauded California's medical system of $267 million.
#lebanon
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Hospitals in Beirut struggle to deal with casualties after Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks on Lebanon have resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed medical facilities, particularly affecting children and vulnerable populations.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Hospitals in Beirut struggle to deal with casualties after Israeli attacks

Israeli attacks on Lebanon have resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed medical facilities, particularly affecting children and vulnerable populations.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Trump admin makes sweeping request for medical records of federal workers

The Trump administration plans to collect sensitive medical records from millions of federal workers and retirees, raising legal and health policy concerns.
Healthcare
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Trump Admin Just Quietly Made Its Most Gilead-Coded Move Yet

New Title X guidelines prioritize natural family planning and omit birth control, reflecting a shift towards conservative reproductive health policies.
Healthcare
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Massachusetts Hospital Diverts Ambulances as Cyberattack Causes Disruption

Signature Healthcare in Brockton diverted ambulances due to a cyberattack, impacting services but not surgeries or procedures.
Healthcare
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Radiographer pulled down patient's shorts without permission

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
#nhs
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss

The NHS is managing the doctors' strike well, but it has led to some cancellations of pre-planned operations.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

It's heartbreaking': resident doctors in England face halt on new training posts

Resident doctors face unemployment as training posts are withdrawn amid ongoing disputes over pay and job security in the NHS.
Healthcare
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Londoners urged to continue to attend appointments during resident doctors' strike as cancellations expected

Strikes by resident doctors will significantly impact NHS services and patient care in London during an already challenging period.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Patients asked not to visit A&E during strike days

Resident doctors in Gloucestershire are on a six-day strike, affecting A&E services and leading to appointment cancellations.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

Resident doctors in England are striking over pay, causing significant disruption to NHS services and cancellations of patient appointments.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss

The NHS is managing the doctors' strike well, but it has led to some cancellations of pre-planned operations.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

It's heartbreaking': resident doctors in England face halt on new training posts

Resident doctors face unemployment as training posts are withdrawn amid ongoing disputes over pay and job security in the NHS.
Healthcare
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Londoners urged to continue to attend appointments during resident doctors' strike as cancellations expected

Strikes by resident doctors will significantly impact NHS services and patient care in London during an already challenging period.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Patients asked not to visit A&E during strike days

Resident doctors in Gloucestershire are on a six-day strike, affecting A&E services and leading to appointment cancellations.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

Resident doctors in England are striking over pay, causing significant disruption to NHS services and cancellations of patient appointments.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Elevance Health Reinstated at Inline by Evercore ISI: Is the Medicare Advantage Bounce Already Priced In?

Elevance Health's stock surged after a higher-than-expected Medicare Advantage payment rate increase, but analysts suggest limited near-term upside.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay

Strike action by resident doctors delays gastric bypass surgery for a patient, causing significant personal distress and health concerns.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Student Dies When Hospital Has No ICU Doctors, Calls One on Videochat Who Pronounces Him Dead Remotely, Lawsuit Claims

Parents of Conor Hylton are suing a Connecticut hospital after their son died in a telehealth ICU without on-site critical care doctors.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Ransomware knocks Dutch healthcare software vendor offline

On April 7, 2026, Z-CERT received notification that ChipSoft has fallen victim to a ransomware attack. Z-CERT is in contact with ChipSoft, healthcare institutions, and our partners. We are working hard to assess the impact of the incident.
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#israel
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Israel got away with targeting healthcare in Gaza. It's no surprise it is doing it in Lebanon too | Seema Jilani

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are targeting healthcare infrastructure, causing civilian displacement and casualties, similar to tactics used in Gaza.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

How Israel is destroying healthcare infrastructure in southern Lebanon

Israel's attacks on Lebanon are causing a health crisis and mass displacement, severely impacting the healthcare system and endangering medical workers.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Israel got away with targeting healthcare in Gaza. It's no surprise it is doing it in Lebanon too | Seema Jilani

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are targeting healthcare infrastructure, causing civilian displacement and casualties, similar to tactics used in Gaza.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

How Israel is destroying healthcare infrastructure in southern Lebanon

Israel's attacks on Lebanon are causing a health crisis and mass displacement, severely impacting the healthcare system and endangering medical workers.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Abortion clinics are closing nationwide. Could urgent care help fill the gap?

Shawn Brown's urgent care clinic in Marquette now provides medication abortions after the local Planned Parenthood closed, leaving a significant access gap.
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

HHS replaces COBOL-based payroll system

HHS said the new platform is the culmination of an eight-month partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration and the Defense Finance and Accounting Service to transition away from the legacy system.
Healthcare
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Cuba's medical missions accused of modern slavery'

The IACHR expresses its concern regarding the working conditions faced by some Cuban workers participating in medical missions, highlighting complaints of unfair compensation and excessively long working hours.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Over 11,600 patients with suspected breast cancer not assessed within clinics' target time last year

Rapid-access clinics are under pressure, with one hospital able to see only one in four patients last year within the 10-day target for breast cancer assessments.
Healthcare
#medicare
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fromFast Company
4 days ago

Health insurance stocks: UnitedHealth Group, CVS, and Humana are rising on Medicare Advantage news

Medicare insurer payments will increase significantly, boosting share prices of major health insurance companies.
fromMedCity News
1 week ago
Healthcare

Why 131 Hospitals Are Suing HHS Over Alleged Underpayment - MedCity News

131 hospitals are suing HHS over CMS payment reductions for facilities treating low-income Medicare patients.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Health insurance stocks: UnitedHealth Group, CVS, and Humana are rising on Medicare Advantage news

Medicare insurer payments will increase significantly, boosting share prices of major health insurance companies.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

Why 131 Hospitals Are Suing HHS Over Alleged Underpayment - MedCity News

131 hospitals are suing HHS over CMS payment reductions for facilities treating low-income Medicare patients.
Healthcare
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

The NHS is already on its knees': Readers clash over striking doctors

The Independent covers critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
#cybersecurity
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

Healthcare Executives Face a New Era of Personal Risk

Healthcare executives face heightened personal risks due to grievance-motivated cyber threats amid economic pressures and public accountability.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Signature Healthcare in Brockton hit by cybersecurity incident

Signature Healthcare is managing a cybersecurity incident, affecting some services while maintaining inpatient and emergency care.
#unitedhealth-group
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

UnitedHealth Rockets 11%, Humana Climbs 9% as Medicare Advantage Rate Decision Crushes Regulatory Fears

UnitedHealth Group stock surged nearly 11% following a favorable CMS Medicare Advantage rate decision, signaling a recovery in the managed care sector.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

UnitedHealth Price Target Raised to $337 by BofA After Medicare Advantage Rate Finalization

Bank of America raised UnitedHealth Group's price target to $337, reflecting improved Medicare Advantage policy and a positive outlook for managed care.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Is April 21 When UnitedHealth Group Finally Sheds Its Problem Past?

UnitedHealth Group's Q1 2026 results will determine the success of its recovery strategy after a challenging year.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Why Raymond James Says Wall Street Is Underestimating UnitedHealth's Earnings Power

Raymond James upgraded UnitedHealth Group to Outperform, citing potential earnings upside and margin improvement at Optum Health.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

UnitedHealth Rockets 11%, Humana Climbs 9% as Medicare Advantage Rate Decision Crushes Regulatory Fears

UnitedHealth Group stock surged nearly 11% following a favorable CMS Medicare Advantage rate decision, signaling a recovery in the managed care sector.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

UnitedHealth Price Target Raised to $337 by BofA After Medicare Advantage Rate Finalization

Bank of America raised UnitedHealth Group's price target to $337, reflecting improved Medicare Advantage policy and a positive outlook for managed care.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Is April 21 When UnitedHealth Group Finally Sheds Its Problem Past?

UnitedHealth Group's Q1 2026 results will determine the success of its recovery strategy after a challenging year.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Why Raymond James Says Wall Street Is Underestimating UnitedHealth's Earnings Power

Raymond James upgraded UnitedHealth Group to Outperform, citing potential earnings upside and margin improvement at Optum Health.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Cancer patient furious as strike delays appointment

A cancer patient expressed anger over a cancelled hospital appointment due to a doctors' strike, highlighting concerns about health impacts and patient treatment.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

5 Stocks That Should Benefit from the 2026 Medicare Advantage Rate Decision

Medicare Advantage payment rates increased by 2.48%, benefiting private insurers and improving margins for companies like Humana.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

British Medical Association accused of hypocrisy as its own staff strike over pay

The BMA faces criticism for offering its staff below-inflation pay while demanding a 26% increase for resident doctors.
#iran
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Bombing of Iran's medical infrastructure endangers patients

Prolonged airstrikes in Iran are severely damaging the healthcare system, impacting pharmaceutical production and leading to multiple casualties.
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Bombing of Iran's pharma producers threatens patients' lives

Prolonged airstrikes in Iran are severely damaging the healthcare system, impacting pharmaceutical production and leading to multiple casualties.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

More than 20 attacks on Iranian healthcare facilities since March 1: WHO

WHO warns against US-Israeli attacks on Iranian healthcare facilities amid ongoing conflict, highlighting significant damage to the Pasteur Institute and others.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

How the US and Israel are waging war on Iran's medicines, vaccines

The Pasteur Institute of Iran has been targeted in attacks by the US and Israel, prompting calls for international health organizations to respond.
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Bombing of Iran's medical infrastructure endangers patients

Prolonged airstrikes in Iran are severely damaging the healthcare system, impacting pharmaceutical production and leading to multiple casualties.
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Bombing of Iran's pharma producers threatens patients' lives

Prolonged airstrikes in Iran are severely damaging the healthcare system, impacting pharmaceutical production and leading to multiple casualties.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

More than 20 attacks on Iranian healthcare facilities since March 1: WHO

WHO warns against US-Israeli attacks on Iranian healthcare facilities amid ongoing conflict, highlighting significant damage to the Pasteur Institute and others.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

How the US and Israel are waging war on Iran's medicines, vaccines

The Pasteur Institute of Iran has been targeted in attacks by the US and Israel, prompting calls for international health organizations to respond.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Startup Approved to Let AI System Prescribe Psychiatric Medication

AI app Legion Health can prescribe psychiatric medications in Utah under strict conditions, raising concerns about over-treatment and patient care quality.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Gen Z wants their job to cover GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, survey suggests

A new ZipHealth survey of over 1,000 workers found that nearly half (47%) of Gen Z said GLP-1 coverage would affect their choices between two similar jobs.
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fromMedCity News
1 week ago

The Drug Companies Avoiding Trump's Tariffs - For Now - MedCity News

President Trump is imposing new tariffs on branded pharmaceuticals while exempting generic medications and certain specialty drugs.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Sick pay rule changes to benefit up to 9.6m UK workers, TUC says

Up to 9.6 million UK workers will benefit from new sick pay rules, providing pay from the first day of illness and expanding eligibility.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Hidden cost of trolley crisis revealed as more than 11.2m in compensation paid out over five years

Overcrowded hospital emergency departments have led to over €11.2m in compensation claims due to diagnostic errors and failures to diagnose serious illnesses.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

'Completely unacceptable' that Tipperary sexual assault victims forced to travel to Cork for treatment

A local politician advocates for a Sexual Assault Treatment Unit in Nenagh to improve care for victims in the Mid-West region.
Healthcare
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

How "Casino Shifts" Help ER Doctors Work into the Night and Save Lives | The Walrus

Emergency room physicians often arrive early to manage patient overload, facing challenges like fatigue and circadian rhythm disruption.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Nurses demand the abolition of ICE and improved patient rights protections in healthcare settings.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Dignity as a competitive business model

Healthcare affordability is forcing families to delay care, highlighting the need for dignity-centered care models that prioritize patient respect and community health.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Unions push NewYork-Presbyterian to reach an agreement on city healthcare contract before thousands are booted out of network | amNewYork

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's contract negotiations could impact 40,000 city workers and retirees, risking their in-network access to care.
Healthcare
fromFortune
1 week ago

The startup looking to solve health care's fax machine problem | Fortune

Fax machines remain prevalent in healthcare for document transmission despite advancements in technology.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Clark Howard: $200 Walgreens Quote Became $22 at Cost Plus Drugs for This NC Man

Pharmacy pricing often misleads patients, with significant price differences between traditional pharmacies and cost-plus models like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

The Personalized Biotech Flywheel Cathie Wood Built Is Still a Winning Bet Today

The biggest biotech winners may be those providing essential data for personalized medicine rather than those offering direct cures.
Healthcare
fromVulture
1 week ago

The Pitt's Irene Choi Wants to Borrow Joy's IDGAF Badge

Joy Kwon prioritizes her well-being over the pressures of the ER, highlighting the issue of burnout among medical professionals.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

OpenAI's AGI boss is taking a leave of absence

Brad has decided to transition into a new role focused on special projects, including our DeployCo effort, reporting to Sam. He's been our go-to for complex deals and investments across the company.
Healthcare
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

C-suite execs are paying surgeons big money to look fresh-faced, approachable, and less irritable

C-suite clients are getting treatments to age themselves down, with a focus on looking energetic, young, and full of vitality. Plastic surgeons report a significant increase in demand for facial procedures among executives.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Drone strike on Sudan hospital kills 10, medical charity MSF says

A drone attack on Al Jabalain Hospital in Sudan killed 10 people, including seven medical staff, during a children's immunization campaign.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | New Yorkers can't afford Albany's single-payer fantasy | amNewYork

New York lawmakers propose the New York Health Act for a single-payer system, but it risks catastrophic tax increases and financial instability.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Insurance Companies Already Deploying AI Systems to Deny Claims Faster Than Ever Before

AI automation in insurance claims may lead to increased denials of necessary medical care, raising concerns among patients and advocates.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

SoCal hospice owners bilked taxpayers for millions in false claims, federal officials say

Eight individuals were arrested and 15 charged in a scheme to defraud Medicare of over $50 million by running sham hospice facilities across Southern California. Federal officials described the actions as brazen efforts to commit fraud, with many billed patients not being terminally ill.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Office space for emergency care: East-end Toronto hospital says patient demand is more than double capacity | CBC News

The emergency department at Michael Garron Hospital was built to care for about 150 patients a day, but now sees more than 300 patients daily, amounting to about 107,000 patients last year in a space designed for 50,000 annually.
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fromMedCity News
2 weeks ago

DOJ Cracks Down on Unfair Contracts with New Lawsuit Against NewYork-Presbyterian - MedCity News

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for using restrictive contracts to block lower-cost healthcare plans.
Healthcare
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

250,000 Affected by Data Breach at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital

Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital notified 250,000 individuals of a data breach compromising personal and health information.
fromCornell Chronicle
1 week ago

April podcast features Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year Dan Cane '98 | Cornell Chronicle

Modernizing Medicine, founded in 2010, is a medical technology company that offers specialty-specific electronic health records, practice management software and patient engagement solutions.
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Healthcare
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NY officials push bill to save 500K Essential Plan insured from losing coverage

450,000 New Yorkers will lose Essential Plan coverage due to federal funding cuts, but legislation aims to prevent uninsured status.
Healthcare
fromTNW | Health-Tech
1 week ago

Corti's new Symphony AI beats OpenAI and Anthropic on medical coding

Corti's Symphony for Medical Coding improves clinical coding accuracy by treating it as a reasoning task rather than a labeling problem.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario misses federal funding deadline for nurse practitioners | CBC News

Ontario's health minister announced no plans for publicly funding all nurse practitioners despite federal compliance deadlines.
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