Thoughtful implementation, ongoing monitoring key to safe health AI
Healthcare organizations will need to test models in their local environments, keep an eye on performance and work together on implementing the technology, panelists said at HLTH.
Walmart adds pharmacy to same-day delivery
The retail giant said it’s responding to a top request from its customers. The option is now available in six states and will expand nationally.
Amazon’s One Medical, Cleveland Clinic partner to build primary care clinics in Ohio
The academic medical giant is the latest health system to notch a deal with One Medical, defraying the cost of expansion for the primary care chain while creating a valuable source of referrals for the hospital.
Blue Shield of California partners with Salesforce to automate prior authorization
The collaboration comes amid controversy about claims automation technology. Paul Markovich, CEO of Blue Shield of California, promised to keep a “human in the loop” to oversee any denials.
Health startups need consolidation after pandemic funding ‘sugar high’
M&A could allow startups to add products and capabilities in a more restrained funding environment, panelists said at HLTH.
Senate report slams Medicare Advantage insurers for using predictive technology to deny claims
UnitedHealth, CVS and Humana used technology to increase MA prior authorization denials for post-acute services, boosting profits, according to a report from a Senate subcommittee.
Humana sues HHS over calamitous Medicare Advantage star ratings decrease
It’s the latest in a string of lawsuits from health insurers scrambling to protect their prized quality scores and the money that ratings represent.
Cybersecurity in healthcare: How hackers get in and how organizations can protect themselves
A cybersecurity expert explains why healthcare organizations are vulnerable to cyberattacks — and how they can strengthen their defenses.
Google’s AI-backed healthcare search tool now available for general use
Vertex AI Search for Healthcare is designed to quickly query a patient’s medical record. Google says the tool will reduce the administrative burden for payers and providers.
CHAI releases draft framework for AI quality assurance labs
The Coalition for Health AI is seeking feedback on the proposals, which detail how the group will certify labs and a “nutrition label” that aims to give buyers more information about AI models.