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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has awarded over $11 million to 15 organizations to establish …
HHS Awards $11 Million to Establish New Rural Residency Programs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Monday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched the Emerging Drug Safety Technology Program (EDSTP). This initiative aims to harness artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging …
FDA Launches Program to Explore AI in Drug Safety Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — GLOBO has announced its integration with Toolbox, aligning with Epic’s recommended practices for Interpretation Services integrations. This collaboration allows clinicians on-demand access to GLOBO’s platform and network …
GLOBO Integrates with Epic to Enhance Healthcare for Non-English Speakers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a settlement with Englewood Ear Nose and Throat (Englewood), ensuring better …
Englewood ENT Settles with HHS to Improve Accessibility for Deaf Patients Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — ECRI has introduced the SALUTE™ Program aimed at improving healthcare for veterans. The initiative seeks to address disparities in care that veterans may face when transitioning …
ECRI Launches SALUTE Program to Enhance Veteran Healthcare Read More
BLUE BELL, PA — GHR Healthcare has announced the launch of GHR Live!, a new job search app designed to serve healthcare professionals across various specialties. This user-friendly app aims …
GHR Healthcare Launches Job Search App for Health Professionals Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced a new online option for individuals to file complaints under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act …
CMS Launches New Tool to Simplify Filing Emergency Medical Complaints Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA, and LEHIGH VALLEY, PA — Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) recently reached a definitive agreement to merge, establishing a leading integrated academic health care system. This …
Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network to Merge, Creating a Top 15 U.S. Non-Profit Health System Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — GeoBlue, a global health insurance provider, has received URAC accreditation for health utilization management. URAC, an independent organization, promotes healthcare quality by setting high standards …
GeoBlue Earns URAC Accreditation, Enhancing Healthcare Quality for International Members Read More
BLUE BELL, PA — The Columbus Organization, a prominent service provider for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD), aging-related conditions, and complex health issues, has once again been certified as a …
The Columbus Organization Secures Renewed QIO-Like Entity Certification, Bolstering Healthcare Quality for Medicare Beneficiaries Read More