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A 21-year-old scrolls through her social feed, skipping past videos until she sees a post from a creator about how therapy changed their life. A 68-year-old sits with her morning coffee reading an article on depression and recovery in AARP Magazine. Both women walk away with the same message that help is available and works,…
At A Glance Nearly two-thirds of healthcare providers now use artificial intelligence (AI) in their revenue cycle management (RCM) processes, according to Experian Health’s latest survey. Discover key insights on AI’s evolving role in healthcare, including barriers and top use cases. Key takeaways: Providers see eligibility verification and patient access as top use cases, but…
The healthcare industry is facing several simultaneous pressures — including ongoing workforce shortages, rising costs, aging populations and changing patient preferences. Another one of healthcare’s root problems is that care quality doesn’t seem to be getting any better at scale, despite advancements in technology and reach. Provider organizations tend to view quality and safety as…
At A Glance Automated prior authorization solutions streamline workflows, simplify management across payer systems and offer advanced features to reduce manual effort — helping providers minimize denials and improve overall efficiency. Key takeaways: Prior authorization is a process used by providers and payers to determine if a patient’s insurer will cover a specific treatment before…
When every second counts, fall-detection technology can be the difference between a close call and a crisis. Today’s top-rated medical alert systems with fall detection blend smart sensors, intuitive designs and reliable response networks that support safer, more independent living. Here’s a breakdown of the leading options, including essential features, that stand out in a…
The healthcare industry is once again entering a period of heightened expectations around interoperability. Federal agencies are intensifying enforcement against information blocking, promoting an Interoperability Framework, expanding the United States Core Data for Interoperability (USCDI), and signaling greater accountability for providers and technology developers. At the same time, industry leaders are promoting emerging concepts such…
Healthcare, arguably, employs one of the most important workforces in the world. It’s critical to the well-being of the country and affects every American throughout their life. However, the U.S. is facing a growing shortage of physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), and nurses that cannot be addressed with conventional means. Weathering this storm will require…
Cryonics has moved from the world of science fiction to a real-world pursuit, driven by the belief that future medicine may one day reverse the effects of aging, disease and even death. It is about protecting the physical structure of life by cooling the body to temperatures where decay nearly stops. While the concept might…
At A Glance Manual insurance eligibility checks are slow, error-prone and a leading cause of claim denials. Find out how automated insurance verification delivers real-time accuracy, fewer billing errors and faster reimbursements — helping providers protect revenue and improve patient care. Key takeaways: Manual patient insurance eligibility checks often lead to billing errors, claims processing…
Health tech innovation took many forms at HLTH 2025. In a series of interviews by MedCity News Editor-in-Chief Arundhati Parmar and Reporter Marissa Plescia, executives shared their approaches to address inadequately met care needs. MediDrive President and CEO Alan Murray, who has a healthcare background steeped in the health insurance industry, talked about the role…
