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Timely patient transfers are critical for optimal care. Learn how the University of Maryland Medical System streamlined their ED transfer workflows with TigerConnect.       By automating processes and improving communication, they were able to provide exceptional care for a patient in a time-sensitive emergency.    https://bit.ly/3SFbHNQ  #healthcare #patientcare #patienttransfers #clinicalcollaboration

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As healthcare providers look to move towards value-based care, solutions like PDPM Coach become ever more important to make this goal a reality. @PointClickCare’s PDPM Coach offers an innovative solution to address some of our industry's biggest challenges through real-time insights and fair reimbursement for providers. Through reducing administrative burdens, easing staff turnover, and streamlining certification processes, the solution is a proof point in shaping the future of healthcare management and patient care. 

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The new Order Tracker Experience (OTE) gives providers real-time visibility of test order status. Whether you order through your EHR, Labcorp Link or manual requisition, OTE offers comprehensive tracking, enhancing your ability to manage patient care effectively with clear, up-to-date information on all your test orders. Learn how OTE can enhance your test ordering experience: https://lnkd.in/ejejbXSk #OrderTrackingExperience #EHR

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There is a misconception emerging that AI agents will lead to immediate reductions in healthcare labor costs. While AI agents can automate end-to-end workflows such as booking appointments, answering basic patient questions, and performing form completion for prior authorizations, automating a single task is not equivalent to automating an entire job. Nurses are a prime example. Certain nursing tasks, such as care coordination and patient documentation, are highly automatable by AI agents; however, there is a tremendous amount of work nurses perform on the ground that cannot be fully automated with current technologies such as direct patient care, physical examinations, medication administration, wound care, patient support, and clinical assessments. These nuances make full role elimination less likely with current technologies. When articulating the ROI of an AI agent, we need to be both precise and accurate. Automating a task is more often not automating an entire profession. For roles that encompass many functions, such as nursing, AI agents can be invaluable tools for unburdening staff, increasing efficiency, and boosting throughput—benefits that are particularly valuable given current healthcare staffing and resource shortages. The most promising job candidates for full role elimination through AI remain positions with monolithic task structures, of which there are relatively few in healthcare today—scribes, medical coders, and data entry specialists for example. It is therefore unsurprising then that the most progress has been made in these categories.

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This is an interesting article because EHR companies, like Epic and Oracle's Cerner, have made siloing data a major part of their business model. Overall, I like EPIC’s ability to review records from other EPIC shops. It also has a nod to interoperability with its “Care Everywhere“ feature. However, this is often a disorganized and outdated collection of information. Using it requires a ninja level of both tech expertise and medical knowledge possessed mainly by younger physicians and chief residents. I am a fan (and advisor) of companies like Zus Health focused on user-friendly, comprehensive, and up-to-date interoperable health care data tools.

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This is a must-read article on the future of #EMRs. I feel like disruption is long overdue and an exciting future is on the horizon for healthcare. Here are a few excerpts: "Health care has long been Big Technology’s great white whale. Apple, Amazon and Google parent Alphabet Inc. — all #innovators that have been unquestionably dominant in their respective main businesses — have each spent billions trying to disrupt the industry, only to scale back their ambitions when faced with the complexity and power of the established US medical system." While Oracle’s long-term vision for modernizing #HealthInformationTechnology is compelling, and has the potential to positively affect patient care, the company has faced significant setbacks — much like its technology peers. Oracle has ribbed Epic for being too expensive and running on a database it calls archaic and insecure. Epic, in particular, likes to brag about retention. One of the most popular presentation slides at the company is blank and titled “Customers Which Have Switched From Epic to Cerner,” “Since Oracle’s acquisition of Cerner Corporation, it’s been heads down to create this vision... But this year, you will see that the end state is closer than many might think.” What are your thoughts?? #revenuecyclemanagement

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In healthcare I see folks still evaluating technology they way we always have (list, requirements, etc). Is this still true in other industries ? It's like a chef perfecting the seasoning on a dish while a raging fire engulfs the kitchen behind them. Treating AI like just another cool requirement or opportunity is a massive mistake. Yet until people have seen this kind of impact enough, its very difficult to actually change the essence of what you have done for your whole career. Its why prototype / engage / iterate + real AI literacy is a muscle your organization has to create. Its applying the concept of Innovators Dilemma to your own innovation.

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Value-Based Purchasing in Medical Device Contracting 🩺📊 Let’s face it: the days of simple pricing agreements in healthcare are numbered. The future is dependent on value—and that’s especially true when it comes to medical device contracting. 🚀 The norm of health systems buying devices based on volume or spend commitments are fading. More and more providers are asking "What outcomes can you deliver?" It's not just about the cost; it’s about the value devices bring to patient care and hospital efficiency. What is Value-Based Purchasing? 💡 In a nutshell, value-based purchasing (VBP) adds measurement. Instead of paying for products up front and hoping for the best, health systems are demanding that suppliers share risk—tying payments to measurable outcomes. Here’s how it works: Performance-Based Contracts: Hospitals agree to use a device, but payments may hinge on whether it performs as promised. Think: fewer patient readmissions, shorter hospital stays or improved clinical outcomes. Risk-Sharing Models: The device maker shares a portion of the financial risk. If the product underperforms, the supplier might offer a rebate, credit or refund. But if it exceeds expectations then everyone wins. Outcomes-Driven Decisions: Hospitals now evaluate devices beyond just purchase price, rather total cost of ownership—how much they save across the continuum by improving outcomes or operational efficiencies. Why Should You Care? 🤔 Whether you’re in procurement, sales, or leading a health system, value-based purchasing impacts you because it forces everyone to focus on results instead of just dollars. For those in the medical device industry, it’s a huge shift. It means that in addition to securing buy-in using retrospective clinical data, you'll depend on forward-looking performance to secure payment. The Challenges (and Opportunities) ⚖️ Shifting to a value-based model isn’t easy. Data is King: To succeed you need data—lots of it. You have to be able to capture and measure the performance of your products across the customer base. Collaboration is Key: Value-based contracting encourages a closer partnership between suppliers and health systems. When both sides have skin in the game, there’s a stronger incentive to collaborate for better patient outcomes. Innovation Thrives: By focusing on outcomes, VBP continues the encouragement of innovation. A Win-Win for Everyone 🏆 The big takeaway here? Value-based purchasing aligns the interests of both health systems and device manufacturers. Hospitals get products that improve patient care. Device makers get rewarded for quality, not just quantity. 💬 What’s Your Take? What value-based contracts are you seeing take hold, and how are they progressing? How do you think this trend will evolve in the next few years? #HealthcareInnovation #MedTech #ValueBasedCare #MedicalDevices #HealthcareLeadership #Contracting #HealthSystems #Procurement #OutcomeBasedCare

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New Episode Alert! In this episode of the "Be Invincible" podcast, we sit down with Dr. Emilio Justo, Medical Director, TEDx Speaker, the visionary behind the Arizona Eye Institute & Cosmetic Laser Center and a two-time TEDx speaker whose talks have inspired millions. Dr. Justo shares his journey from ophthalmology to becoming a leading cosmetic surgeon, exploring the power of delayed gratification and the role of obsession in achieving unprecedented success. We delve into the key insights from his #1 Amazon Bestselling book, "THE POWER OF PAUSE," and how these principles can transform your life and career. Whether you're an aspiring professional, a seasoned entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode offers invaluable lessons on mastering success. #BeInvinciblePodcast #DrEmilioJusto #SuccessStrategies #DelayedGratification #ObsessionAdvantage #LifeSuccess #ApplePodcasts #ProfessionalGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalDevelopment #PowerOfPause #TEDxInsights #InvincibleMindset #BeInvincible #DrEmilioJusto #DelayedGratification #ObsessionAdvantage #SuccessMindset #PodcastInterview #PersonalGrowth #CosmeticSurgery #TEDxSpeaker #PowerOfPause #SuccessJourney #Entrepreneurship #LifeMastery

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Join @GE HealthCare and @Frost & Sullivan on May 2 to see how the cloud is redefining the management, storage, and use of imaging data, and why healthcare organizations are shifting to the cloud. “What’s with the shift to cloud-based imaging?”, features Daniel Ruppar, Consulting Director, Healthcare & Life Sciences Frost and Sullivan. We'll discuss how to think about enterprise imaging from a patient perspective and steps to creating the right strategy for moving your imaging to the cloud.

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The Oracle Clinical Digital Assistant can dramatically reduce administrative note taking and tasks. Read how this #GenAI-powered solution can reduce burnout, improve the patient experience, and bring joy back to healthcare practitioners. https://lnkd.in/ee8ascEM

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Really enjoyed your article Joe Procopio. Great clarification on the differences between #projectmanagement versus #productmanagement and how project management's main focus is failure avoidance. With this in mind, why do you think there are still so many failed #projects? #transformation #digitaltransformation https://lnkd.in/gksUB2s8

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Telehealth is reshaping healthcare delivery, influencing both clinical decision-making and the development of new solutions by software engineers. A white paper by UpToDate highlights the substantial impact on clinical workflows and patient outcomes in this evolving landscape. Clinicians are focusing on adapting their decision-making processes to virtual care settings, emphasizing the importance of this transition. Simultaneously, software engineers are creating innovative solutions to bolster telehealth platforms, tackling challenges in data security, user experience, and seamless integration with existing healthcare systems. The synergy between healthcare professionals and technology experts is propelling the trajectory of digital health, fostering the creation of more streamlined, accessible, and patient-centric care models! #HealthTech #ClinicalInnovation #TelehealthEngineering #VirtualCare #DigitalHealth https://gag.gl/xMhpDU

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This illustrates how technology can significantly impact our daily lives, for better or worse: https://lnkd.in/geKWvRAm

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🥊 Epic/UGM vs Salesforce/Dreamforce; their AI couldn't be more different 🥊 I happened to attend both these companies' conferences within a month of each other. They have a lot in common: 👉 Tens of thousands of leaders attend (more sales/data/tech with SF; more informatics/healthcare ops at Epic, obviously) 👉 There are themes and decorations and overly-caffeinated people in costumes trying to offer you a... "𝘧𝘶𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘵" 🎩 🧙 👉 Lots of networking, meetings, and deals being made (🍹🍷🍻 at Salesforce; 🧀 Epic is a dry campus in many senses of the word) But beyond the caffeine and costumes, what really stood out was how these massive tech giants were approaching GenAI. 🏰🏥 Epic is 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 specific GenAI tasks into their UI: — Convert this text to patient speak; — Summarize this patient's medical history; — Draft reply to this secure message. Epic knows what their customers want. They know the workflows, and they know where and when to insert OpenAI into clinical care. Sure, you can configure the prompting, but (as far as I've seen it) Epic is offering AI in certain places for certain activities. One could argue the approach is rooted in healthcare’s need for reliability and safety. By offering pre-built, hard-coded GenAI tools, they ensure consistency and control. 🏢🤝Salesforce on the other hand doesn't even 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥 to know what its customers need — and for good reason; they're not an EHR company, their products are used in like 30 different industries. So they've made their GenAI extremely configurable and customizable: — Tell the agent its role & task in plain English, and it'll try to do that; — Give the LLM access to certain data and actions, and it'll use those; — Protect the AI using guardrails to determine when to escalate to a human. You pick which LLM you want. You add and remove options on the fly. Salesforce’s strength is flexibility. The open-ended, customizable approach to GenAI allows businesses to tailor the tech to unique workflows. In some ways these two companies actually illustrate a constant, inevitable challenge in technology and informatics: 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘃𝘀. 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝗰 offers a standard way to use GenAI. You can't put a button over here, only over there, but we'll handle building the button, maintaining the button, upgrading the button. 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 offers a customized way to use GenAI. We'll make it easier for you to hook up your AI, and your button can go anywhere — or if you don't want a button, make it a checkbox — who cares! go wild! — but you must make all the choices about the who/what/when/where/why of your workflow and where AI should and shouldn't fit in. Control vs flexibility. Both are valid, but as AI continues to transform, companies will have to decide: take the clear path... or make their own.

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The American Cancer Society projects around 234,580 new lung cancer cases in 2024, solidifying its place as the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. AI-powered chest X-ray analysis, which can detect lung nodules up to three years before symptoms arise, holds the potential to drastically reduce missed diagnoses and improve survival rates. AI’s ability to enhance diagnostic precision could truly be a game-changer for #oncology! #AI #LifeSciences

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