Michael Schroeder
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Seeing success of wellness program, BlueCross expands it
After finding success with a weight management program, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina expanded its employee wellness program developed by Solera Health to include mental health and musculoskeletal services.
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Artificial Intelligence, Health Tech
How an AI robot can help seniors battle loneliness
The New York State Office for the Aging announced Wednesday that it is partnering with Intuition Robotics to bring an AI robotic care companion into the homes of 800 older adults as part of the state’s efforts to battle social isolation and support aging in place.
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Payer’s Place: Dawn Maroney
Dawn Maroney, President, Markets of Alignment Health and CEO of Alignment Health Plan, to discuss how they are using technology to provide better service and care to consumers.
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Artificial Intelligence, Health Tech
RapidAI gets FDA clearance for AI designed to detect pulmonary embolism
The company’s AI-enabled imaging software identifies a suspected pulmonary embolism and delivers real-time notifications to physicians so the patient can be treated quickly.
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Devices & Diagnostics, Health Tech
Endotronix reports promising study results for sensor used to manage heart failure
The startup’s Cordella Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor System, which was implanted in 70 heart failure patients in Europe, led to low hospitalization rates and high patient compliance with daily measurements needed to monitor them remotely.
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Hospitals, Health Tech, Patient Engagement
WELL Health is investing $32M in R&D to improve the patient experience
The startup—which has twice received KLAS Research’s “Best in KLAS” award for patient outreach—will use funds its raised to grow the number of teams working on its patient communication solutions.
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Devices & Diagnostics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Tech
Deciphex scores $11.5M in bid to address pathologist shortage
The Dublin-based pathology software and services provider will use the funds to support global growth and launch an on-demand, online pathology service in the U.S.
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Hospitals, Consumer / Employer, Health Tech
Survey finds more than half of hospitals have 100+ job vacancies
A new survey finds it’s not just clinical staff but administrative positions that are going unfilled causing further pressure on health systems and forcing them to spend more on overtime and contractor pay.
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Mahmee CEO: We’re making progress in eliminating disparities in maternal care
Mahmee raised $9.2 million in Series A funding led by Goldman Sachs Asset Management. The startup’s CEO, Melissa Hanna, saw the raise as clear recognition of the progress Mahmee has made in tackling disparities in maternal care.
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Artificial Intelligence, Health Tech
Overjet expands its AI platform to help dentists detect cavities along with gum disease
The Boston-based company announced Monday that it had received 510(k) clearance from the FDA for its Caries Assist, software that uses AI to aid dentists in detecting cavities. In May last year, Overjet received FDA clearance for AI-powered technology used in the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease.
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Applying Remote Patient Monitoring to Surgery Prep and Recovery, Oncology and Women’s Health
Join us to learn about the latest trends in remote monitoring and how to extend its benefits beyond chronic conditions to more patients – all while using fewer staff resources.
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With the FTC’s conditional approval, Medtronic completes its $1.1B acquisition of Intersect ENT
To get approval for the deal, Medtronic agreed to sell an Intersect subsidiary to soothe the FTC’s concerns.
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Devices & Diagnostics, Artificial Intelligence, Consumer / Employer, Health Tech
Could AI and an Apple Watch ECG improve the prognosis for heart failure?
Early detection and treatment of heart failure can greatly improve an otherwise poor prognosis. Research from Mayo Clinic suggests artificial intelligence could be used to detect the condition even when no symptoms are present.
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Medtronic aims to improve the colonoscopy with AI
The Dublin, Ireland-based device maker has the first system cleared by the FDA that uses artificial intelligence to detect potential signs of colon cancer. Research recently suggested that combined with colonoscopy, AI could improve colon cancer prevention and reduce costs for patients.
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Hospitals, Consumer / Employer, Health Tech, Payers
Turquoise Health raises $20M to boost price transparency
Pulling back the curtain on healthcare pricing is easier said than done, acknowledged Chris Severn, the company’s co-founder and CEO. That’s exactly why the investment is so important.
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Osmind scores $40M investment to aid in mental health research and treatment
The Series B funding round was led by DFJ Growth. Osmind helps the medical community administer treatments, and track and study the effectiveness of those treatments for 14 million U.S. patients living with moderate and serious mental illness, according to the company.
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Devices & Diagnostics, Health Tech
INVEST Pitch Perfect winner: myBiometry aims to prevent asthma attacks long before they happen
The startup’s asthma solution, called Mya, combines home-based diagnostics, digital health and a care team to identify patients at risk and proactively intervene to prevent asthma attacks.
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Payer’s Place: Dr. Anil Singh
Dr. Anil Singh shares his insights into the strategies employed by the organization to identify the most effective digital solutions for their members.
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Discover the Next-Gen Platform for Integrated Collaborative Care
Beyond EHRs and digital front doors, reducing the gaps in patient care journeys.
