States Pass Privacy Laws To Protect Brain Data Collected by Devices

More states are passing laws to protect information generated by a person’s brain and nervous system as technology improves the ability to unlock the sensitive details of a person’s health, mental states, emotions, and cognitive functioning. Colorado, California, and Montana are among the states that have recently required safeguarding brain data collected by devices outside…

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Enhance contract management in healthcare with advanced tools

Providers and payers have an obligation to fulfill contractual obligations to one another. However, mistakes happen, and when they do, they can be costly. More and more, providers are turning to healthcare contract management technology to ensure accountability, protect against revenue losses and streamline efficiencies – all while improving the relationship between providers and payers….

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This One Weird Trick Can Fix U.S. Healthcare

By OWEN TRIPP Creating a healthcare experience that builds trust and delivers value to people and purchasers isn’t a quick fix, but it’s the only way to reverse the downward spiral of high costs and poor outcomes Entrepreneurs like to say the U.S. healthcare system is “broken,” usually right before they explain how they intend…

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Disrupting the U.S. “Sickcare” System

Real change will come from disrupting the status quo. Advances in AI and a focus on prevention offer a way forward, promising not just financial rewards, but a healthier population, less strain on healthcare, and a future where “healthcare” truly means care. The post Disrupting the U.S. “Sickcare” System appeared first on MedCity News.

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Late-in-Life Autism Diagnosis: Why Adults Still Face So Many Barriers and How We Can Do Better

Awareness of autism has grown, but we need to move beyond this into understanding and acceptance. Real progress depends on how we translate understanding into action — training more professionals, funding adult services, and redesigning workplaces and communities so autistic individuals can flourish throughout their lifespan. The post Late-in-Life Autism Diagnosis: Why Adults Still Face…

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