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Network-as-a-Service architecture at Palo Alto Healthcare System will increase veterans' access to virtual care services by bringing 4G or 5G cellular and LEO satellite connectivity to those living in broadband deserts.

The goal of the new initiative is to explore ways to harness artificial intelligence and machine learning to "facilitate healing while improving equitable access to healthcare," says the college's president.

Detect critical illness more quickly and reduce waiting time for care.

Its use of a special tool to connect patients with aid is an "excellent example of applying technology to value creation," says the health system's CFO. "Trying to access such programs manually, or not at all, is suboptimal for providers and patients alike."

Lawmakers are concerned that CMS' 2024 final Part C and D rule may not adequately address MA plans' increased reliance on AI.

Informatics researchers from UCSF found that, both during and outside of scheduled hours, an uptick in telehealth use required ambulatory physicians to spend more time working in the electronic health record.

The funds will be used to speed up global adoption of AI algorithms on Philips Lumify Handheld Ultrasound to help rural providers identify abnormalities during pregnancy.  

Also: Camden County and Penn’s School of Nursing is using virtual reality training to teach Narcan administration for local communities.

Moving into 2024, there will be a greater commitment to accountable care models – and the technologies that support nontraditional care scenarios – as healthcare organizations aim to improve patient outcomes, reduce health inequities and control costs.

A new report points out India's enormous potential to become a global medical device powerhouse.