Technology

AI was correct more than physicians, but it’s not ready to take over

Small Business Committee sympathetic to independent physician practices.

Technology can help overcome care disparities made worse by prior authorizations

Automation can seamlessly integrate with various systems, manage fundamental and intricate workflows, and substantially reduce manual labor by up to 80%.

Analysts explain potential for new billing codes that could give physicians more flexibility — and reimbursement — for remote monitoring programs.

Researchers say restrictions to reign in spending may not fly in Congress.

Technology has the ability to streamline administrative tasks, reduce medical errors

The technology capable of accelerating prior and concurrent authorization decisions already exists -- the challenge for payers and providers in 2024 is to apply them in a nonproprietary and transparent manner.

Generative AI offers many benefits for physicians, but also brings new risks of data breaches

Following testimony in Senate, UnitedHealth Group CEO Witty appears before House oversight subcommittee.

CEO Witty apologizes for effects of the massive cyberattack, but Senate Finance Committee chair says the company ‘let the country down.’

Testimony begins in Senate Finance Committee.

Federal agencies are taking steps to embed systemic health equity practices into their policies and operations to fortify the resilience of our nation’s health care system and help all Americans reach optimal health outcomes.

To combat evolving and increasingly damaging cyberthreats, health care organizations must proactively operationalize key risk mitigation strategies aimed at effectively shoring up their cyber defenses.

Global survey finds some patients embrace innovations, but they are not a majority.

AI may be good at some tasks in the health care industry, but coding isn’t currently one of them

7% of messages generated by AI were deemed unsafe

AI-powered coaches can help to alleviate at least some of the worker shortage while at the same time reducing costs

UnitedHealth updates situation on ransomware hack that has disrupted medical and pharmacy processes across the nation.

One answer to the cybersecurity problem is reusable verifiable digital credential, which would protect both the patients and health care companies.

Researchers examine how much drug and device makers pay to doctors. The top 0.1% may get quite a bit.

Why physicians and patients need lawmakers to address antimicrobial resistance, a growing threat to the nation and the world.

The top news stories in medicine today.

Energy & Commerce Committee announces hearing on May 1.

Physician experts say artificial intelligence has promise for primary care, but doctors must think critically as they integrate it into patient care.

AI helps primary care physicians with the deprescription decision-making process

Primary care physicians are essential in combating the HIV epidemic by normalizing HIV testing and prescribing preventive medications. This approach not only enhances health equity and literacy among particularly underserved populations, but also expands their practice by attracting and retaining a broader patient base.

Economist discusses potential cost savings and fewer administrative burdens if U.S. health care had an automated clearinghouse.

Breaches are up, but total number of victims is down

Unpacking vaccine pricing: navigating policy, economics, and public health imperatives.