Data + Technology

The HIMSS annual survey finds most organizations are planning to spend more to protect their systems. But systems are struggling to recruit and retain cybersecurity staff.

Groups are seeing difficulties with billing, insurance approvals, and prescriptions, the Medical Group Management Association says. It’s creating extra work and cash flow issues.

The company says a ransomware group known as ALPHV Blackcat is claiming responsibility. The group has repeatedly targeted healthcare organizations, officials say.

Change’s systems are still down, and health systems are having difficulty processing claims and checking the insurance eligibility of patients, the American Hospital Association says.

Historically, companies focused on women’s health haven’t received much attention from investors, but a new Deloitte report shows signs of progress.

Change Healthcare is grappling with a cybersecurity incident. Change, which is part of Optum, provides healthcare technology services to hospitals. Health systems are worried about potential ripple effects.

The system developed a new platform making it easier for patients to get appointments, stemming the loss of patients to other providers, and improving revenue.

Doctors say they’re doing 15 hours per week beyond normal work hours, according to athenahealth’s new survey of physician sentiment. Some doctors have optimism that AI could help.

The answer to the complex issues around rural health providers is to get more data.

What it means to partner with a SaaS provider and link systems with interoperability.

Lurie’s Children Hospital in Chicago has been dealing with a cyberattack for more than a week, and key systems remain offline.

Days after disclosing the attack, Lurie Children’s Hospital says key systems remain offline. The hospital says it is continuing to care for patients.

The convergence of technological advances with a heightened demand for personalized, flexible approaches to care, forms the basis for the future of life sciences.

ECRI, the patient safety organization, released its annual list of 10 technology trouble spots. Marcus Schabacker, CEO of ECRI, talks with us about taking steps to protect patients.

ECRI placed artificial intelligence high on its ranking of trouble spots. Marcus Schabacker, president and CEO of ECRI, explains his concerns.

The healthcare industry spent nearly $83 billion more on functions such as prior authorization requests and other functions, according to the new CAQH Index.

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is utilizing virtual care to help families with the transition from hospital to the home and to provide easier access for working parents.

Innovation around healthcare apps could help clinicians and enable organizations to streamline billing and collections.

The Montreal hospital has adopted a new platform to help researchers learn more about outcomes in certain patient populations.

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping healthcare, demanding decisive action from industry leaders to harness its unparalleled benefits.

David Levine of Mass General Brigham talks about the key findings, and why he hopes to see more health systems delivering acute care in the home.

More providers are shifting from the traditional fee-for-service model. Michael Palantoni of athenahealth talks about the opportunities and obstacles.

The devices can be very useful, but patients also need support and many aren’t getting it. Arti Masturzo of CCS talks about the need for education for patients and providers.

Providers could lose hundreds of thousands of dollars if they are caught limiting the exchange of patient data. The American Hospital Associations says the penalties are excessive.

Doctors say they are saving time and seeing less mental strain with the AI-powered documentation tool.

Lucienne Ide talks about the company’s expansion into monitoring kidney disease, working with primary care doctors and why she expects more health systems to embrace remote monitoring.

Health EC, a population health company, disclosed the breach in late December. It has affected a number of providers, including Corewell Health in Michigan, officials say.

Hundreds of cyberattacks took place over the past year, and some affected millions of Americans.

Leaders of health tech companies look ahead to the new year and offer their perspectives on what’s coming.