August 2018

Epic dreams of shared, global network of healthcare data ()
Physicians aren't fleeing medicine due to EHR systems ()
Comcast is reinventing its health benefits for employees ()
CRISPR restores protein that causes muscular dystrophy in dogs ()
ACOs saved Medicare $314M in 2017 ()
AI market in healthcare expected to surpass $34B by 2025 ()
Researchers propose new method for closing 'evidence-to-practice' gap ()
Cigna-Express Scripts deal gathering support in DOJ antitrust process ()
Centra Health prepares for launch of new EHR system ()
Phlebotomist, EMT among 6 most popular healthcare jobs for millennials ()
CMS adds flexibility to Medicare Part D drug plans ()
New 'ultralaser' treatment reduces pain for fibromyalgia patients ()
More states are looking at work requirements for Medicaid ()
Houston hospital fires nurse after posting about measles patient in anti-vaxxer Facebook group ()
Texas Children's Hospital fires nurse after posting about measles patient in anti-vaxxer Facebook group ()
Hospital prices for services have little consistency ()
Chemical compound can suppress addictive effects of opioids in primates ()
Hurricane Maria death toll closer to 3,000 ()
9 in 10 Americans dig digital health tools ()
90% of US adults use at least 1 digital health tool ()
GOP may renew fight over ACA repeal following McCain’s death ()
STD rates skyrocket to new record levels ()
Idaho health system opens virtual care center ()
Is an ongoing national sepsis study putting patients at risk? ()
Telemedicine service at nursing facility prevents hospitalizations, saves $1.55M in Medicare costs ()
Could the DOJ be an obstacle to CVS-Aetna merger? ()
Phishing attack on AU Health exposes information of 417K people ()
Humana launches digital health, analytics initiative ()
Women struggling to get pregnant seek help from fertility apps, devices ()
Google-backed primary care group aims to cut spending by 10% ()
Next Gen ACOs generated $62M in savings in 1st year ()
Cerner, Duke Clinical Research Institute develop cardiac risk app ()
Labor costs a growing problem for CFOs ()
Replication still a concern in social sciences, but research points toward improvements ()
Reproducibility still a concern in social sciences—but experts remain focused on improvements ()
Cedar-Sinai researchers find simpler, more accurate method for determining whole-body fat percentage ()
Patients more likely to contract central line infections in semi-private hospital rooms ()
VA exec leading Cerner EHR project steps down ()
Leader of Cerner EHR project for VA cites ‘differing directions’ for resignation ()
GAO: Trump administration stifled ACA enrollment ()
Prince's family sues physician for prescribing oxycodone ()
Assistive surgical devices earn top prizes at biomedical design competition ()
Former CDC leader Tom Frieden arrested for forcibly grabbing a woman ()
Doctors, patients question privacy of medical records ()
University of Chicago, Humana partner to serve MA members ()
ONC requests information on 21st Century Cures EHR reporting program ()
Walgreens, CVS emphasize personal value as Amazon threat looms ()
Cigna deal with Express Scripts approved by shareholders ()
Gritstone Oncology, bluebird bio announce $30M deal for cancer treatment product ()
Fox News: ACA more popular than GOP-led tax cuts ()
Electronic stimulation used to aid TBI recovery in petri dish ()
Bad provider referral patterns come at a cost ()
AI can detect specks of lung cancer with 95% accuracy ()
Should the FDA support app-based contraception? Advocates, experts disagree ()
CMS: Medicaid demonstrations will be budget neutral ()
Report suggests cell phones, smartphone apps could improve record matching ()
Sessions issues temporary restraining order to keep 2 doctors from prescribing opioids ()
Lockheed Martin, ResApp to develop app that will measure pilot readiness ()
17 health systems join project to transform Medicaid ()
Walmart eyes seniors in Medicare Advantage plans to fend off Amazon ()
Researchers examine decision-making behind medical device recalls ()
Study questions accuracy of smartphone-integrated baby monitors ()
Medicaid doled out $37B in improper payments ()
Breast cancer app wins UK National Lottery Award ()
Primary care group raises $350M ()
Medicare could save nearly $1B by buying generics over brand names ()
59% of healthcare execs believe Amazon will have biggest impact on industry ()
New therapy could lead to long-term reversal of type 1 diabetes in humans, dogs ()
Morgan Stanley: 20% of hospitals at risk of closure ()
$85M approved for healthcare studies ()
Amazon hires Mass Gen cardiologist in latest healthcare move ()
Cerner to take over IT department at Texas hospital ()
SOC Telemed acquires JSA Health, becomes largest telepsychiatry provider in US ()
7 connectivity challenges for those in medical technology ()
Acquisition forms nation’s largest telepsychiatry provider ()
Research team hacks patient monitoring system, falsifies vital signs ()
Hospitals take a community-based approach to healthcare through real estate ()
New Medicare Advantage supplemental benefits need oversight ()
Patients may be more informed, engaged when Googling symptoms before ED visits ()
Googling symptoms may improve patient interactions with physicians ()
Judge approves Anthem's $115M settlement for data breach ()
Anthem, Walmart to collaborate in OTC medicines deal ()
FDA approves noninvasive device for treating OCD ()
Patients do better, save money when doctors follow EHR alerts ()
Drug copays are sometimes higher than out-of-pocket costs ()
More healthcare providers purchasing cyber insurance ()
CMS releases $8.6M in healthcare funds to stabilize markets ()
Drug makers have made no vows to lower prices, say PBMs ()
Americans support genetic engineering of animals—as long as it benefits humans ()
Trump calls on DOJ to sue opioid makers in a federal case ()
NYU will cover 100% of tuition for medical students ()
Google reportedly developing AI-powered wellness app ()
CMS streamlines Medicaid waiver process ()
Survey: Only 18% of EHR safety guidelines fully implemented ()
Computerized alerts can improve patient outcomes ()
Millennial nurses want more advanced degrees ()
FDA: Vets need to be aware of pet owners using animals to access opioids ()
Arkansas Medicaid work requirements will cause thousands to lose coverage ()
Senator urges more oversight in healthcare mega-deals like CVS-Aetna merger ()
Sydney research team awarded $1M grant for 3D pen used to treat eye wounds ()