Technology

By using data-driven tools to manage internal float pools and local per diem staff, healthcare systems are improving retention, reducing costs, and achieving better outcomes.

The health technology conference in October will be spotlighting artificial intelligence. Rich Scarfo, president of HLTH, says the focus reflects the growing importance of AI in the industry.

The Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement went live in 2023, and while full interoperability hasn’t happened, some see important gains.

With little federal activity on AI in the industry, some states are moving forward on issues such as transparency and consumer protection, analysts say.

As the use of AI expands, many nurses are eager for tools to help them do their jobs. But some worry about accuracy and see solutions developed without the input of nurses.

The radical realignment of priorities in Washington means the private sector must step up to remedy this public health crisis.

While National Nurses’ Month celebrates nurses, too many are struggling with burnout. Hospitals can help by giving nurses tools to support them and let them focus on patients.

Health systems are wrestling with supplies and expect more oversight on the federal 340B drug pricing program. Lauren Forni of Bluesight talks with us about the challenges pharmacies are facing.

Researchers developed an algorithm that reduces the time to confirm or rule out a heart attack. Two team leaders talk about the work and lessons they learned.

Better decisions await the organizations who have complete and accurate claims data. It’s difficult to close a care gap when you don’t know the gap exists in the first place.

The technology gap in rural healthcare isn't just a technology problem –– it's a health equity issue.

A new report from Microsoft outlines the grave threat of cyberattacks on small hospitals in rural communities.

Melissa Robinson of the Piedmont health system in Georgia talks about using technology to solve a thorny problem.

Leaders from the Memorial Hermann Health System, Penn Medicine and Rady Children’s Health talk about keys to building smart hospitals.

Arthur C. Evans Jr., CEO of the American Psychological Association, talked about the importance of finding new ways to reach people who need assistance.

Health system executives say AI and other health tech firms routinely take the wrong approach in trying to sell their products. They offered some suggestions for those looking for more success.

Cyberattacks aimed at health organizations impacted more than 259 million people, says John Riggi of the American Hospital Association. He talks about the growing threats and the need for a committed response.

Ardent Health experienced a disruptive attack more than a year ago, but some key steps helped the organization get through it.

The cancer center announced the collaboration with Amazon Web Services at the ViVE Conference.

Healthcare leaders talked about the frustration hospitals and doctors are facing when insurers reject claims, the impact on patients, and the need for a better process.

If hospital leaders are deploying new AI tools and tech without input from nurses, they’re inviting problems.

Thousands of healthcare leaders are coming to Music City for the digital health conference. Rich Scarfo, president of HLTH, talks about the event.

Researchers have found that physician burnout is tied to documentation time after hours. Lisa Rotenstein of UCSF Health talks about ways to reduce burnout.

Combining innovative technology with personal attention to improve patient outcomes and drive value-based care initiatives

The healthcare ecosystem is at an inflection point: one where designing outreach for equity must be accounted for not as an afterthought but as a priority.

If your organization is considering granting payers direct access to your EHR, there are important safeguards to put in place.

There's a compelling argument for healthcare as a whole to "slow the roll." This pause is not about stifling innovation but rather ensuring that AI tools are developed responsibly.

Florida State University is developing a consortium and a master’s program on AI and nursing. Dr. Jing Wang and Rebecca Love talk with us about the need to ensure nurses are engaged in developing AI solutions.

Cybersecurity issues aren’t confined to one corner of the sector—it's a challenge for the entire system, and it’s about time we all moved in the same direction.