Did You Give Your DNA To 23andMe? Here’s Why You Might Regret It Soon
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The implications of this sale are significant, raising concerns over data privacy and the potential misuse of sensitive genetic information.
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Masking Mistakes – Fall 2024 Edition
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 15, 2024
It is my pleasure to introduce this article by Joseph Marine, MD in response to mandatory masking policies in a number of California hospitals. There is simply no randomized evidence to support these policies, and they make little sense in 2024. I worry about the mental abilities of the public health officers who instituted these policies, and that their actions will further erode trust in public health.
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L.A. Archdiocese to pay record settlement over clergy abuse; cumulative payouts top $1.5 billion
Scrubs
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to a record-breaking settlement of over $880 million in response to numerous claims of sexual abuse by clergy members, bringing its cumulative payouts to more than $1.5 billion. This marks one of the largest financial settlements related to clerical abuse in the U.S. and highlights the extent of the crisis that has plagued the Catholic Church for decades.
Legality of Ohio Medical Assistants Compounding Medications
Legal Eye on Medical Assisting
OCTOBER 16, 2024
I recently received the following question: [I am located] in Ohio. [I was] wondering if you have any knowledge/experience with medical assistants being permitted to compound medications (mixing 2–3 different medications together under the direction of a provider).
23andMe To Pay Up To $10,000 To Data Breach Victims—Are You Eligible?
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The settlement provides for three main types of compensation, with a maximum payout of up to $10,000 for specific claims
Conventional Medicine Invites the Rise of Alternative Medicine
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Let’s start with some definitions – or at least my definitions. Conventional medicine is what licensed MDs and DOs should be practicing: the skilled use of the diagnostic sciences, treatments based on the principles of evidence-based medicine, and the provision of prognoses to patients who request them. All this should be done in a caring and empathic manner.
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Prioritizing Health System Transformation: A Strategy for Clinical and Financial Success
EvidenceCare
OCTOBER 17, 2024
In a recent episode of The Better Care Podcast , Melinda Hancock, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at Sentara Health , shared insights on how Sentara is driving healthcare transformation. Hancock explains Sentara’s forward-thinking model for innovation and cross-functional collaboration, offering actionable strategies that can help you improve innovation at your own facility.
TikTok Is Rejecting Ads About IVF, Egg Freezing And Fertility Services, Founders Say
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 14, 2024
It wants to advertise its services on TikTok, which women use at higher rates than men.
Ask us anything podcast
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The hosts take listener questions on medicine, covid and all things in between
Google’s AI-backed healthcare search tool now available for general use
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Vertex AI Search for Healthcare is designed to quickly query a patient’s medical record. Google says the tool will reduce the administrative burden for payers and providers.
The hidden medication putting Parkinson’s patients at risk
KevinMD.com
OCTOBER 14, 2024
At the doctor’s office, in the ER, in the hospital, how many times are you asked about your drug allergies? A lot! And, as a common practice when in the hospital, you’ll even get a red bracelet or something to indicate such. There are strict rules around allergies; from techs to transport to MDs, hospital Read more… The hidden medication putting Parkinson’s patients at risk originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Walgreens Loses Another $3 Billion And Plans To Close 1,200 Stores
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Walgreens will close 1,200 stores over the next three years, including 500 in 2025.
What I Read Last Week
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Last week was different from a usual work week for me and my reading reflected that. I was privileged to be invited to The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus as the Meiklejohn Visiting Professor. I got to spend a couple of days there, gave two talks, and met with slew of wonderful members of the faculty. Like the best of these visits (at least from my point of view) I felt like I learned more than I taught.
CVS Health slashes infusion services offerings, blaming industry headwinds
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 15, 2024
CVS Health will stop providing many infusion services and close or sell 29 pharmacies in the coming months, a spokesperson said.
Hospitals should recognize and address administrative harm
KevinMD.com
OCTOBER 16, 2024
“Administrative harm is destroying American medicine” is the title of a provocative article published in the July 13, 2024, issue of KevinMD by Arthur Lazarus, MD, MBA. He references business entrepreneur and billionaire Michael B. Kim, who said: “Leadership without ethics is a body without a soul.” As examples of administrative harms, Dr.
CVS Health CEO Karen Lynch Replaced By Caremark PBM Exec David Joyner
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 18, 2024
CVS Health chief executive officer Karen Lynch has stepped down and will be replaced by David Joyner who runs the company's pharmacy benefit firm, Caremark.
Getting Paid Today: Challenges and opportunities for independent practices
Physicians Practice
OCTOBER 14, 2024
New legislation, as well as changes in patient expectations, present a host of challenges and opportunities for getting paid for service this year.
New legislation aims to tame ‘Wild West’ in healthcare cybersecurity
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The bill, announced last month by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, is a good step forward, but hospitals may need more funds to boost their cybersecurity practices, experts say.
How primary care physicians can help safeguard the nation’s blood supply
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 14, 2024
As the American population ages and donations decline, raising awareness is a crucial first step to replenish supplies.
American Teens Experience Enormous Pressures Related To Mental Health, New Study Finds
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 13, 2024
The majority of American teens report feeling negative pressure with respect to achievement, appearance and their future according to a recent survey.
Medicare for all could work if doctors lead the way
KevinMD.com
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Although Medicare for all seems to have gotten buried by politicians who label it as “socialistic,” it’s still an important idea that could be feasible if we approached it from a fresh perspective. As patients, we may reflexively see Medicare for all as a panacea that would effectively remove most of our concerns about how Read more… Medicare for all could work if doctors lead the way originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Colorado provider Axis Health System hit by ‘cyber incident’
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The provider, which offers primary care, dental services and mental healthcare, said its primary care patient portal is currently offline.
Want patients to trust AI in health care? Tell them humans are biased, too
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Study shows patients are more receptive to AI recommendations when they better understand the biases in human decision-making.
The Prototype: SpaceX Is On Track For Five Launches In One Week
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Plus: An AI-powered lab assistant could free scientists from drudgery, a rapid way to detect heart attacks and why you should exercise when you’re feeling overwhelmed.
The Impact of Falling Interest Rates and Lower Inflation on Your Behavioral Health Practice
Valant
OCTOBER 18, 2024
As we close out 2024, the economic landscape has shifted. Expectations of falling interest rates and lower inflation earlier in the year have come to pass, and these changes can have significant implications for behavioral health practices, affecting everything from operational costs to patient care. Let’s explore how these economic trends might impact your practice, revenue cycle, and patients.
FTC increases premerger reporting requirements over provider objections
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Companies will be required to disclose more information about minority investors and past M&A activity. Provider groups said the new requirements would be burdensome for hospitals.
Medicine for profit: The pharmaceutical industry’s stronghold and impact on patient wellness
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 14, 2024
To better serve patients, physicians must understand the influence, tactics and goals of Big Pharma.
How To Download And Save Your DNA Data From 23andMe Before Deleting Your Account
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Some are opting to download their DNA data from services like 23andMe before deleting their accounts. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to just that.
Software Update: Stable Version 24.2 Highlights
Open Dental
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Open Dental’s latest version 24.2 has been released as stable! Read on to learn more about some of the version highlights. The post Software Update: Stable Version 24.2 Highlights appeared first on Open Dental Blog.
Health tech investment shows signs of recovery in 2024: SVB
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Funding in the first eight months of the year has already exceeded pre-pandemic levels, according to Silicon Valley Bank. But high valuations recorded in 2021 are still affecting the market.
U.S. needs to recognize value of primary care – and pay for it, AAFP leader says
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, health care consolidation and the next president all can affect the nation’s health through primary care.
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