Tag: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

YARMOUTH, Maine – Technology has been on the minds of a lot of people these days. You can’t open the New York Times without seeing yet another article on ChatGPT or AI in general.  The former I find particularly concerning as a writer, not just because I don’t want my words cribbed by some work-shy, wannabe wordsmith, but because I think we’re already becoming less able to think critically and individually, even before we try outsourcing the need to, you know, think.   More...

NEW YORK – Huma Therapeutics, a global digital health company, will use Google Cloud's generative AI (GenAI) to enhance Huma's regulated disease management platform. Huma is also exploring the use of Google's GenAI tools to support healthcare professionals (HCP) with better insights to optimize care delivery. "Huma is committed to making healthcare accessible and affordable for everyone and GenAI will play a crucial role in this equitable access,” said Dan Vahdat, Huma CEO...

YARMOUTH, Maine – The promise of artificial intelligence – and the potential risks – are not lost on those in the HME industry, based on the results of a recent HME Newspoll.  Providers like AmeriMed are already leveraging the technology to improve the patient experience for CPAP therapy.  “We’re using AI for our mask fittings now and it has eliminated our refits, saved time and increased compliance and patient satisfaction,” wrote a respondent...

Q. How do I address security and compliance concerns in AI-powered systems?  A. As HME suppliers begin to adopt AI-driven solutions, ensuring data security and regulatory compliance becomes paramount. With sensitive patient information at stake, organizations must take a proactive approach to protect their data. Here are some key strategies for addressing security and compliance concerns:  Choose a compliant AI solution  When selecting an AI-driven solution, verify that it adheres...

CHICAGO – The American Medical Association has adopted a new policy calling for greater regulatory oversight of health insurers using artificial intelligence (AI) to review patient claims and prior authorization requests. The newly adopted policy calls for health insurers using AI to implement a thorough and fair process that is based on clinical criteria and reviews by physicians and other health care professionals with expertise for services under review, and that has no incentive to deny...

Q. How will AI revolutionize HME billing in the next decade?     A. The home care industry is no stranger to the transformative power of technology. The last decade has brought about major improvements to HME workflow, from mobile delivery to automated calling campaigns, and technology has been a major force behind them. As suppliers continue to grapple with the complexities of HME billing and collections, artificial intelligence (AI) promises to bring a paradigm shift in the way...

RICHMOND, Va., and SAN DIEGO – Journey Health & Lifestyle Brands has acquired LifeWalker Mobility Products, the manufacturer and distributor of the UPWalker family of products.  The acquisition, as well as additional growth capital for the combined companies, was funded by Peloton Equity and other existing investors in Journey Health, including Escalate Capital.  “We are excited to bring LifeWalker's revolutionary UPWalker products into the Journey family,”...

NEW YORK – One Drop received an honorable mention as part of Fast Company's 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards for its AI-enabled cardiovascular disease prevention program. The awards recognize products, concepts, companies, policies and designs that pursue innovation for the good of society and the planet. "At One Drop, we exercise a data-driven, personalized, and proactive approach that empowers people with diabetes and other chronic conditions to take ownership of their health," said Jeff...

SAN DIEGO – ResMed has appointed Urvashi Tyagi as CTO to lead the company’s Digital Health Technology team. She is charged with driving the innovation and adoption of ResMed’s cloud-based digital health platforms, as well as making investments in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning. “Urvashi brings world-class technology and engineering know-how, combined with senior leadership experience from other top fintech and consumer tech...

LAS VEGAS - If you think the HME industry isn't ready for artificial intelligence, guess again, says Dan Fox, vice president of emerging markets at Smart Action. HME News spoke to Fox, who is co-hosting the Medtrade session, “Beyond the Buzz: AI in DME” with Miriam Lieber, about adaptation and how AI can benefit everyone involved. HME News: Are patients receptive to artificial intelligence? Dan Fox: We found that older demographics may be even more likely to give...