Category: Health IT

VA, Epic, Oracle launch initiative to identify veterans in health systems

The Department of Veterans Affairs has partnered with EHR vendors Oracle Health and Epic to help identify veterans receiving care outside of the VA system.

How Epic turned into a research giant

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Epic Systems began ramping up efforts in medical research, The Cap Times reported Sept. 18. 

A look at Oracle Health's new EHR capabilities

Oracle Health has unveiled new EHR enhancements aimed at streamlining tasks for healthcare providers, with a focus on improving patient care efficiency and reducing clinician workload.

Health systems increasingly creating custom Epic apps

As health systems continue to navigate the complexities of patient care, many are turning to custom-built applications within their Epic EHR systems to address specific needs. 

Ballad Health to boost rural care with AI platform

Johnson City, Tenn.-based Ballad Health has partnered with Andor Health to deploy its AI-powered virtual care platform, ThinkAndor, with the goal of expanding access to healthcare for rural populations. 

Yale New Haven Health creates Epic application

Researchers affiliated with Yale New Haven (Conn.) Health have developed an Epic application that predicts the risk of patients with gastrointestinal bleeding.

What's coming for Epic?

Epic Systems is gearing up to deliver updates aimed at transforming healthcare technology for providers and patients alike. 

Telehealth utilization is increasing

The utilization of telehealth saw an increase in the West, Northeast and South in June, according to a new report from FAIR Health’s Monthly Telehealth Regional Tracker.

Hackensack Meridian Health to launch 24/7 virtual primary care

Edison, N.J.-based Hackensack Meridian Health is launching 24/7 virtual primary care in the hopes of increasing access to healthcare in its market.

How AI could widen health disparities without stronger policies

In the realm of health care, artificial intelligence (AI) stands as a beacon of transformative potential. With its ability to process vast amounts of data, AI promises to streamline diagnostic processes, enhance treatment precision, and revolutionize p…