The two executives in charge of virtual care at the New England health system explain why the term "building" has special meaning for them – and dive deep into what it takes to build highly successful telehealth programs to fill gaps in care.
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The technology – no more paper – has standardized competency, improved transparency into orientation and competency attainment, and reduced time spent following up with staff to complete checklists.
WEDI applauded the pledge made by 60 organizations, including 11 health systems and 5 payers.
The company is adding 4,200 clinics to its provider network and enabling cost-sharing as well as direct claims payment to providers and clinicians.
Kristen Valdes, CEO of b.well Connected Health, spoke with MobiHealthNews about how CMS' newly launched Interoperability Framework fits into the company's vision for the future.
Kelli Garrison, also an independent IT consultant, says a good translator identifies different perspectives, biases and skill sets to help with collaboration, enable all voices to be heard and ensure the right technologies are selected.
HHS strategic advisor Amy Gleason said CMS wants patients to have the ability to scan a QR code at the doctor's office and share their medical history.
AI and synthetic-driven research can help clinicians gain a patient's trust, according to Adrienne Boissy, Qualtrics CMO.
The agency is also proposing to phase out the Inpatient Only list (IPO) over a three-year period.
In a panel discussion, experts emphasized that AI must align with clinical workflows, reduce cognitive load, and support – not replace – clinicians.
