Kaiser Health News - Health IT

More Than Half Of U.S. Docs Now Using EHRs

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:12:30 GMT

The Wall Street Journal reports on this finding, which is included in federal data being released today.

Health Care Innovations In Technology Spotlight

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:17:16 GMT

A Silicon Valley conference offers insights regarding what's working and what is coming next for health care innovation. Meanwhile, some startup companies are aiming technology advances at medication adherence.

First Edition: May 8, 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 11:04:27 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about government data showing the wide variation in what hospitals charge Medicare patients for common inpatient procedures.

Concerns Surround Medical Records Privacy Issues

Thu, 02 May 2013 13:36:59 GMT

The Wall Street Journal reports on how new federal rules and marketplace changes are fueling these developments.

First Edition: April 26, 2013

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:32:41 GMT

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizaitons, including reports that some Democratic senators have concerns about the health law's roll out as well as other news about the measure's implementation.

House-Senate 'Endgame Talks' Face Political Hurdles, Delays

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:24:00 GMT

The House GOP is moving slowly in naming negotiators to work through differences between the House- and Senate-passed budgets. The reason -- Republicans may want to avoid being on the record regarding politically-charged proposals related to Medicare and other issues. Also on Capitol Hill, new legislation was introduced regarding drugmaker rebates for "dual eligibles," and lawmakers scrutinize the Food and Drug Administration's oversight of drug compounder and raise concerns about electronic medical records.

Does ICU Remote Monitoring Save Lives, Money?

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:34:22 GMT

The New York Times covers the issue of centralized remote monitoring of intensive care patients, noting that "no one can say" if tele-ICUs "deliver on their promises."

Medical Society Suggests That Docs 'Pause Before Posting'

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:39:15 GMT

The American College of Physicians and The Federation of State Medical Boards cautions physicians about how they behave online, including the use social media.

Research Roundup: Lesson For Insurance Exchanges From Europe

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:26:00 GMT

This week's studies come from Health Affairs, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, JAMA Pediatrics, The Kaiser Family Foundation and news outlets.

State Roundup: Minn. Democrats Push Pay Hike For Nursing Home Workers

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:22:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from Minnesota, Colorado, New York, Delaware, Georgia, Oregon, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Massachusetts and California.

Moody's: Sequestration Increases Pressure On Non-Profit Hospitals

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:31:00 GMT

Also in the news, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has begun auditing some of the physicians who qualify for a Medicare EHR "meaningful use" bonus before they even receive a check -- a step that has triggered grumbling from organized medicine.

Proposal To Eliminate SGR Payment Formula Is Revised

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The House panels' proposal to replace Medicare's sustainable growth rate formula is seen as a way to change how Medicare delivers care. Meanwhile, some House GOP lawmakers who have complained about the health law's costs said Wednesday that it should have allocated more money to a program to cover people with pre-existing health conditions.

Roundup: Feds Cut N.Y. Medicaid Payments $1.2B; 93,000 Fewer Kids Enroll In CHIP In Pa.

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:28:00 GMT

A selection of health policy news from New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New Jersey, Georgia, Minnesota, Kansas, Connecticut, Maryland, Oregon and California.

Health Industry Faces Shortage Of IT Professionals

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:32:24 GMT

In addition, a regulation permitting hospitals to donate medical records software to doctors is scheduled to expire.

Study: Experts Question Cost Benefits Of 'Telehealth'

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:51:20 GMT

Reuters reports on a new study that finds "telehealth" may not be "the next big thing."

Weekend Reading: Spiritual Bedside Manner; Cancer And The Environment

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:31:00 GMT

This week's articles come from The Atlantic, Slate, The New York Times and American Medical News.

New Apps, Social Networks Shaping Doctor Delivery Of Care

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:29:00 GMT

Adoption of health information technology is examined as new computer application development and adoption change how doctors deliver care. In Kansas, developers are trying to quicken the pace of doctors adopting new technologies.

State Roundup: Inmates Sue Calif. Counties Over Prison Care

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:25:00 GMT

A selection of health policy stories from California, Oregon, Michigan, Kansas, Massachusetts and New Jersey.

Weekend Reading: Humanizing Hospitals, Splurge Of Health Data and Huge Sodas

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:40:14 GMT

This week's articles come from The New York Times, The Atlantic, Time and Mother Jones.