Telehealth has shown a remarkable upward trend in usage across various U.S. regions throughout June, as reported by FAIR Health's Monthly Telehealth Regional Tracker. While the nation as a whole saw an incremental rise in telehealth claim lines, distinct patterns emerged regionally, with
In a significant advancement in virtual healthcare, Cigna Healthcare, a subsidiary of The Cigna Group, has launched a new E-Treatment service through MDLIVE by Evernorth. This innovative solution allows Cigna members to receive immediate care for various ailments such as allergies, infections, and
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have made a significant decision to extend telehealth prescribing for controlled drugs through December 2025. Given the increasing reliance on remote healthcare options, this move indicates a growing
The digital divide in healthcare represents a critical challenge, particularly impacting underserved and minority populations. This gap encompasses those who have access to digital health tools and the literacy to use them effectively and those who do not. This is a significant barrier to
The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted various sectors, with healthcare administration experiencing significant transformations. The crisis exposed systemic vulnerabilities, particularly in human resources (HR) and staffing, compelling the industry to adopt long-overdue technological
Nursing informatics is a dynamic field merging nursing science, analytics, and information science to enhance patient-centered care and outcomes through effective data management and sharing. As healthcare continues to evolve, the role of nursing informaticists becomes increasingly vital. This
Sharp HealthCare is embarking on a transformative journey to modernize its IT infrastructure through a comprehensive, multi-phase hybrid cloud deployment. This strategic initiative aims to reduce vendor dependency, lower costs, and facilitate faster technology adoption. By integrating public,
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, bringing about significant changes in how services and products are delivered. By harnessing the power of AI, healthcare providers can enhance the accuracy of diagnostics, tailor treatments more effectively, and manage data
New Lantern, a pioneering startup founded in 2021, aims to revolutionize radiology workflows by automating a substantial portion of imaging processes, effectively creating what can be seen as an "AI radiology resident." This ambitious initiative has already garnered significant attention
Optimizely, a renowned digital experience platform (DXP) provider, has recently announced that its PaaS & SaaS CMS and Web & Feature Experimentation products are now HIPAA-enabled. This development is a significant milestone for the company, allowing it to act as a Business Associate for
