FDA Announces End of IV Saline Solution Shortage
For other IV fluids still in short supply, the FDA is working with manufacturers to monitor the supply, FDA Commissioner states
Read More
Response Pharma’s Novel Pill for Weight Loss Shows Promise as Post-GLP-1 Maintenance Therapy
Response Pharmaceuticals takes a new approach to weight loss with an oral small molecule designed to inhibit a protein called iMTP to reduce uptake of fats and cholesterol. While this drug’s lead indication is addressing weight gain in patients taking antipsychotics, the company is also exploring other metabolic indications such as patients who need a…
Advocacy Group Urges Reversal of Immigration Benefit Restrictions
Families USA submitted a detailed letter opposing HHS’s recent policy change that restricts federal benefits for immigrants, emphasizing its unconstitutional nature and negative impact on public health and the economy.
Highmark Health, Abridge Partner to Scale AI for Payers/Providers
Highmark Health recently announced a partnership with AI technology company Abridge to deploy its ambient clinical documentation platform across Allegheny Health Network and co-develop a new prior authorization solution. The post Highmark Health, Abridge Partner to Scale AI for Payers/Providers appeared first on MedCity News.
OSF HealthCare Innovating on Strong Virtual Care Foundation
Two execs from the Illinois-based health system win awards from the American Telemedicine Association for expanding digital care access
When is Preventative Care not Preventative? Let’s get Labcorp to join in!
By MATTHEW HOLT To join in the fun I am having with Blue Shield of California & Brown & Toland Physicians IPA being unable to tell me why I have a $34.94 bill for lab work (see image) that should either be covered as preventable under the ACA, or have co-pay of $50 (see image…
EMR Interoperability Isn’t Just a Hospital Problem. EMS Teams Need It Too.
In an era of real-time data, emergency response teams can no longer afford to operate in silos. EMR interoperability is essential to improving care continuity, outcomes, and decision-making — from curb to discharge. The post EMR Interoperability Isn’t Just a Hospital Problem. EMS Teams Need It Too. appeared first on MedCity News.
Florida’s New Stem Cell Law: What It Signals for Physicians, Patients and the Future of Regenerative Medicine
You don’t have to practice in Florida for this law to matter. Patient interest in regenerative care is growing rapidly, and physicians across the country need to be prepared to understand and consider advising patients, where applicable, of these stem cell-related treatment options. The post Florida’s New Stem Cell Law: What It Signals for Physicians,…
DiMe and 20+ Partners Seek to End the Quest for Better Mental Health Metrics
A new initiative from the Digital Medicine Society aims to replace outdated mental health questionnaires with a set of shared digital measures that track things like patients’ sleep, activity and speech. By relying on real-time, quantitative insights, the project seeks to set a data-driven standard for evaluating the effectiveness of mental health treatments. The post…
Using RWD, SDoH and Patient Mapping to Eliminate Blind Spots from the Patient Journey
[Sponsored] This article is part of a series on eliminating blind spots in the patient journey by leveraging real-world data. The post Using RWD, SDoH and Patient Mapping to Eliminate Blind Spots from the Patient Journey appeared first on MedCity News.