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John Oliver faces defamation lawsuit from US healthcare executive

A US healthcare executive has sued John Oliver for defamation following a Last Week Tonight episode on Medicaid, in which the British-American comedian quoted the doctor as saying it was okay for a patient with bowel issues to be “a little dirty for a …

GenAI In Healthcare Must Be Fast—And Trustworthy

Yaw Fellin, Vice President, Product and Solutions, Clinical Effectiveness, Wolters Kluwer Health. getty Generative AI (GenAI) holds immense potential for healthcare, but the promise of speed must not overshadow the importance of quality—especially when …

The Hidden Cracks in Healthcare’s Cybersecurity Ecosystem

In recent years, hospital breaches have dominated headlines and board-level discussions, shining a harsh light on cybersecurity and privacy vulnerabilities within clinical settings. Ransomware attacks targeting hospitals are becoming a daily threat, …

Hartford HealthCare, UnitedHealthcare Reach Agreement, Avoid Disruption

HARTFORD, CT — Hartford HealthCare and UnitedHealthcare have reached a multiyear contract agreement that ensures UnitedHealthcare members will maintain in-network access to Hartford HealthCare’s hospitals, physicians, and services, according to the two …

How Does Windows 11 Boost Healthcare Productivity?

  The Benefits of Windows 11 Migration for Healthcare Organizations One of the main benefits of upgrading to Windows 11 is the boost in productivity features, such as an updated interface with AI-powered multitasking and videoconferencing. The operating …

The Impact of Site-Neutral Payment on Healthcare Costs, Patient Access | AMCP Annual 2025

Connie Estep, Pharm.D., BCGP, director of specialty clinical solutions at Prime Therapeutics, caught up with Managed Healthcare Executive editors to discuss the effects of site-neutral payment, which was a session she presented at the AMCP 2025 meeting in …

Treasure Coast Hospice to observe National Healthcare Decisions Day 2025

News from Treasure Coast Hospice OKEECHOBEE — In observance of National Healthcare Decisions Day on Wednesday, April 16, Treasure Coast Hospice will distribute advance care planning materials at the Okeechobee Public Library, 206 SW 16th Street, from 10 a. …

USPI vs. Surgery Partners vs. HCA Healthcare: 12 financial notes 

Here are 12 financial notes from three of the biggest ASC operators, pulled from their most recent financial reports: United Surgical Partners International (Dallas) 1. USPI reported $4.5 billion in net operating revenues for 2024, a 15.4% increase from $3 …

AI in dentistry and healthcare: understanding potential and risks is ‘critical’

Artificial intelligence in dentistry and healthcare should provide clinicians with information, not recommendations, in order for teams to offer the most appropriate treatment. This is according to a new white paper looking at the impact and use of AI …

Patient Connect Launches AI-Powered Call Scoring to Ensure Unmatched Call Quality Across Healthcare Clinics

Patient Connect launches AI-driven call scoring to evaluate 100% of calls, advancing HIPAA-compliant quality assurance in healthcare communications. WHITEHALL, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patient Connect, a leader in …

More Americans than ever can't afford healthcare, prescriptions, study says

AI empathy is a good fit for behavioral and mental healthcare

Artificial intelligence is picking up where behavioral health via telehealth left off during the COVID-19 pandemic in mitigating staffing shortages by handling administrative tasks, medication management and even doing triage to assess the patient, says Dr …

Trans soldiers served their country. Now the US is rolling back their healthcare

When Savannah Blake joined the air force at 22 years old, she was looking for stable employment and a way out of poverty. For the last few years of her service, she worked as a cyberdefense operator in the intelligence squadron. But the work, which …

Kimberley Health-Care Auxiliary completes renovation project

Lift installed at Kimberley Health-Care Auxiliary to ease donation intake process, address safety concerns. The Kimberley Health-Care Auxiliary (KHCA) recently completed a major renovation project including the installation of a brand-new material lift. …

Benefits of Automatic Medical Billing for Healthcare Service

Healthcare practices need to maintain a strong revenue cycle if they want to provide the best medical care to their patients. Healthcare practice relies on medical billing, but it's not as easy as it seems.  While billing is often repetitive and time- …

GP Investment Crucial To Easing Healthcare Pressure

An upcoming report from The New Zealand Initiative highlights the economic benefits of investing in general practice, finding significant potential to ease pressure on hospitals and improve patient care. The Heart of Healthcare: Renewing New Zealand's …

Our acquisition will enable us to increase access to quality healthcare for Nigerians – Euracare’s MD

Iwosan Investments Limited, a pioneering healthcare investment holding company, recently announced the acquisition of Euracare Multi-specialist Hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos. This strategic move strengthens Iwosan’s commitment to delivering …

A need for healthcare leadership on Penn State Board of Trustees

As we approach the 2025 Penn State Board of Trustees election, we must recognize and urgently prioritize the need for stronger representation from healthcare professionals, physicians and academic leaders, along with the continued development and …

Record number of Americans unable to pay for basic healthcare - as health insurance profits reach new highs

As Americans continue to grapple with rising costs across nearly all industries, a new survey shows they are also struggling to pay for quality healthcare.  Over a third of US adults (about 91 million people) could not access quality healthcare if they …

HeartLung Technologies Secures CMS Reimbursement for AutoChamber™ with New HCPCS Code

HeartLung proudly announces that CMS has approved a new HCPCS code for AutoChamber™ AI reporting cardiac chambers volume and left ventricular mass in CT scans HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HeartLung Technologies …

AI Meets Fitness: DigitalDNA Labs Launches BodyBy.AI for Smarter, Real-Time Training

Setting a new standard in digital fitness, making expert-level coaching scalable, affordable, and globally accessible MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DigitalDNA Labs, a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) …

Thomas J. Blocker Society Foundation Launches Summer Healthcare Exposure Pathway Program for Metro Atlanta High Schools

Morehouse Alum Kick Off Summer Intensive For Local High-Schoolers ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Thomas J. Blocker Society Foundation (TJBS) announces the launch of its new Summer Healthcare Exposure Pathway …

GI of the Rockies Partners with Advanced Research Institute to Expand Clinical Trials in Denver

New partnership expands clinical trials in Denver for people with GI conditions. The decision helps people gain access to GI therapies & advance GI health. DENVER, COLORADO, CO, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

SELECCIÓN Consulting Is Now Qualified For Partner-Led Territories

SELECCIÓN Consulting expands its leadership in digital transformation, now qualified to lead SAP’s Partner-Led Territories in the USA and globally. EAST BRUNSWICK,, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SELECCIÓN Consulting is …

NCCAOM welcomes P. Divya Parikh as the new Chair of its Board of Commissioners

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)® has elected P. Divya Parikh as the new Chair of its Board of Commissioners. P. Divya Parikh, MPH, CAE …

Patient Connect Launches AI-Powered Call Scoring to Ensure Unmatched Call Quality Across Healthcare Clinics

Patient Connect launches AI-driven call scoring to evaluate 100% of calls, advancing HIPAA-compliant quality assurance in healthcare communications. WHITEHALL, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patient Connect, a leader in …

Healionics Granted US Patent for STARgraft Technology

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Healionics Corporation, a developer of synthetic biomaterial-based medical devices, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued patent no. 12,263,077 titled …

Top Landmarks Around The World to Spark The Night Blue for Parkinson's Awareness

500+ Top Landmarks Around the World to Spark Blue for Parkinson’s Awareness on April 11 VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an inspiring show of solidarity, some of the world’s most iconic landmarks are set to illuminate in …

Proactive MD Announces Sponsorship of Young Life

Healthcare innovator supports local youths through sponsorship of Young Life chapter in NC RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the announcement of its sponsorship of of the American Heart Association’s …

Sisters of the Valley Host First-of-a-Kind Workshop in San Palo

MERCED, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sisters of the Valley will be landing in São Paulo next week for their first-ever workshop in Brazil, hosted by Associação Hempatia. Taking place on April 12th and 13th, the hands …

Legendary Supply Chain, Inc. Ranks #31 on the Financial Times 2025 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies

With a three-year growth rate of 1,342%, Legendary Supply Chain climbs from #66 in 2024 to #31 in 2025, highlighting its commitment to growth and excellence. GOODLETTSVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legendary Supply …

Del Bigtree to Appear at Nation’s #1 Functional Health & Longevity Conference This April in Dallas

DALLAS, TX , TX, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- World-renowned health freedom advocate and CEO of MAHA (Make America Healthy Again), Del Bigtree will be recognized and featured as a special speaker at the upcoming Changing Life & …

Autism Spectrum Disorder Screening with M-CHAT for Ages 18-24 Months with History of Neonatal Encephalopathy

M-CHAT screening effectively detects ASD in 18-24 month-olds, especially those with neonatal encephalopathy, supporting early clinical follow-up and assessment SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “We believe …

P4HB Mesh: Safe in Abdominal Wall Hernia Reconstructive Surgery

P4HB mesh offers a safe, degradable alternative to synthetic polypropylene mesh, with lower complication rates in complex hernia repairs SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “P4HB mesh is a safe and a viable …

Hospital-acquired Restraint Injuries: Two 'Never Event' for No Good Reason

Mechanical restraints are linked to increased fall-related injuries. Dr. Vigna highlights concerns over bed sores caused by restraints and their poor prognosis. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Mechanical …

The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital Established as a Certified Autism Center™

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital has been recognized as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing …

Improving Medication Adherence in Philadelphia: A Pharmacist's Perspective

Pharmacists now have access to a revolutionary tool called Meticap, designed to support patients in taking their medications consistently and accurately. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adherence to prescribed …

Improving Medication Adherence in Memphis: A Pharmacist's Perspective

Pharmacists now have access to a revolutionary tool called Meticap, designed to support patients in taking their medications consistently and accurately. MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adherence to prescribed …

Improving Medication Adherence in Milwaukee: A Pharmacist's Perspective

Pharmacists now have access to a revolutionary tool called Meticap, designed to support patients in taking their medications consistently and accurately. MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adherence to prescribed …