Health Technology
globenewswire | September 01, 2023
CareCloud, Inc. a leader in healthcare technology solutions for medical practices and health systems nationwide, today announced the successful integration of its talkEHR platform at Sympathy Health Clinic in Las Vegas. This integration stands as a significant leap forward in enhancing the clinic's patient care and practice management capabilities.
The comprehensive talkEHR offerings seamlessly integrated into Sympathy Health encompass cutting-edge functionalities, including electronic health records (EHR), practice management (PM), telehealth, electronic prescription (eRX), and electronic claims (eClaims). The core objective of this integration is to streamline the day-to-day workflows of healthcare providers while simultaneously elevating the overall patient experience.
The decision of Sympathy Health Clinic to transition to CareCloud's talkEHR stems from their requirement for a comprehensive solution that includes telehealth capabilities. The talkEHR solution is not only expected to fulfill the clinic's billing, charting, and prescription requirements but also to notably amplify the efficiency of its telehealth operations. Dissatisfaction with the limitations imposed by their previous telehealth provider prompted Sympathy Health Clinic to actively seek a more cost-effective and adaptable alternative capable of catering to their unique specifications.
The talkEHR telehealth functionality boasts a seamless virtual visit experience, integrating with a HIPAA-compliant practice management tool for appointment scheduling and rescheduling. It further mitigates no-show instances through automated notifications. During telehealth visits, healthcare professionals can concurrently update patient charts, optimizing the efficiency of the process. The patient-centric design includes easy one-click access, eliminating the need for separate apps to establish connections. Additionally, the system incorporates a virtual waiting room.
Ellen Wright, practice manager at Sympathy Health Clinic, shared, “We recognized the growing inefficiency in our telehealth operations, with our healthcare professionals dedicating excessive time to administrative tasks. After a thorough evaluation, we concluded that CareCloud's talkEHR is the optimal solution to address these challenges.”
The implementation of CareCloud's talkEHR also presents an opportunity for added revenue streams. Telehealth calls are logged automatically, allowing follow-up calls that were previously unbillable to transform into revenue-generating encounters. Furthermore, the platform facilitates the extension of office hours through virtual means, enhancing accessibility for patients.
With a proven track record among thousands of practices across the U.S., CareCloud's solution is renowned for its simplicity and user-friendliness. Guided setup and seamless data importation support facilitate a smooth transition. The company's commitment to customer service is evident through its round-the-clock support, ensuring consistent assistance. The platform is also known for its strong security measures and rapid onboarding process.
Carinda Cox, vice president of sales operations of CareCloud, stated, 'We are acutely aware of the challenges faced by healthcare providers, especially in the ever-evolving landscape. Our objective is to empower clinics like Sympathy Health with tailored solutions that optimize operations and allow them to devote more attention to patient care. We are enthusiastic about our collaboration with Sympathy Health Clinic and look forward to assisting them in their journey toward heightened efficiency and improved patient outcomes.”
About CareCloud
CareCloud brings disciplined innovation to the business of healthcare. Our suite of technology-enabled solutions helps clients increase financial and operational performance, streamline clinical workflows and improve the patient experience. More than 40,000 providers count on CareCloud to help them improve patient care while reducing administrative burdens and operating costs.
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Health Technology
GE HealthCare | September 08, 2023
Leveraging operational AI and ML has the potential to unite providers and optimize the consolidation of data sets.
During initial testing, the AI-driven algorithm demonstrated the ability to accurately forecast missed care opportunities, with success rates as high as 96%.
AI and machine learning insights strategically improve productivity and administrative efficiency at both departmental and enterprise levels.
In 2017, GE HealthCare and Mass General Brigham embarked on a ten-year partnership focused on AI innovation in diagnostics and treatments.
GE HealthCare and Mass General Brigham have unveiled the joint development of an AI algorithm. This algorithm is designed to enhance operational efficiency and productivity in healthcare.
The maiden AI application stemming from this collaboration is the 'schedule predictions dashboard' integrated into the Radiology Operations Module (ROM), a digital imaging tool readily available for deployment by healthcare institutions.
Its primary objective encompasses the optimization of scheduling procedures, cost reduction, and alleviating administrative burdens placed on healthcare providers. By doing so, ROM liberates valuable time, permitting clinicians to invest more of their efforts into fostering and strengthening the clinician-patient relationship.
Amid a vast sea of data and the demanding responsibilities that often divert healthcare providers from patient care, Parminder Bhatia, Chief AI Officer of GE HealthCare, described the collaboration with Mass General Brigham as groundbreaking. He added that they combine unique datasets and utilize cutting-edge machine learning techniques, harnessing the synergy of clinical and technical expertise to usher in unprecedented advancements in healthcare.
Keith Dreyer, DO, Ph.D., Chief Data Science Officer, Mass General Brigham, remarked,
This technology has the potential to reduce burnout and allow physicians to spend more time with patients, which may ultimately lead to better outcomes.
[Source: Business Wire]
Operational AI-enabled tools can tackle challenges that frequently jeopardize patient care, including the cost of healthcare and inefficiencies within hospitals. When a patient misses an appointment, neglects to schedule a follow-up, or arrives late, collectively called missed care opportunities (MCO), the repercussions can be substantial. The algorithm developed in collaboration is designed to forecast MCO and late arrivals. This initiative aims to enhance operational flexibility, streamline administrative processes, elevate patient satisfaction, and more effectively accommodate urgent, inpatient, or walk-in appointments.
GE HealthCare, a global leader in medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions, focuses on delivering integrated solutions, services, and data analytics to enhance hospital efficiency, support clinicians, improve therapy precision, and promote patient well-being. With over a century of service to patients and healthcare providers, the company advances personalized, connected, and compassionate care through imaging, ultrasound, patient care solutions, and pharmaceutical diagnostics.
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Healthcare Analytics
businesswire | August 31, 2023
CareView Communications, Inc., a leading provider of integrated virtual care solutions for the healthcare industry announced the signing of an agreement with Baltimore VA Medical Center under its partnership with Decisive Point Consulting Group to deploy its advanced predictive patient monitoring system. Decisive Point Consulting Group, LLC, a Small Business Administration Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), contracts directly with VA hospitals to use a variety of CareView products to enhance the services being provided to veterans.
CareView's predictive patient monitoring system leverages state-of-the-art technology, including AI and machine learning, to proactively predict inpatient falls and empower healthcare providers with real-time insights. By using intelligent predictive monitoring, medical staff can proactively address patients at risk, prevent potential accidents, and subsequently reduce costs associated with patient falls while elevating the standard of patient care.
A distinctive feature of CareView's platform is creating a serene care environment ideal for VA hospitals by having no audible alarms within patient areas. Patient privacy remains paramount, further fortified by the platform's privacy option, which enhances security and offers peace of mind to patients and their families.
"At CareView, we are dedicated to redefining patient care through innovation," stated Sandra McRee, Chief Operating Officer at CareView. "Our collaboration with the Baltimore VA Medical Center signifies a significant leap towards realizing this vision and ensuring the well-being of our nation's veterans."
The Baltimore VA Medical Center has eagerly embraced this collaboration, showcasing their strong commitment to implementing innovative solutions that elevate patient safety and the quality of care. This partnership with CareView perfectly aligns with their mission and steadfast dedication to providing the highest standard of care for veterans.
Furthermore, this partnership harmoniously aligns with CareView's steadfast commitment to advancing virtual care solutions. These solutions are designed to elevate patient outcomes, streamline clinical workflows, prioritize patient safety, and drive notable cost efficiencies. By thoughtfully integrating technology, CareView aims to significantly contribute to fostering a safer healthcare environment for both patients and healthcare providers.
About CareView Communications, Inc.
For over a decade, CareView has been dedicated to supporting hospital care teams with its innovative virtual care solutions. The Company has established successful partnerships with over 200 hospitals nationwide, implementing effective inpatient virtual care strategies that greatly enhance patient safety and overcome critical staffing challenges. The CareView platform, fueled by industry-leading predictive technology and supported by its purpose-built hardware, specifically addresses the unique requirements of virtual nursing and virtual sitting use cases. The CareView team works closely with their hospital partners to understand their evolving needs and deliver tailored virtual care strategies that align with their objectives. By providing healthcare professionals with the tools they need to deliver exceptional care, CareView contributes to improved patient outcomes and a more sustainable healthcare ecosystem.
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