Monday Morning Update: Key Insights and Developments from HIStalk – September 8, 2025

Okay, here’s a list of the companies linked in the provided HTML code. I’ve extracted the URLs and company names based on the href attribute of the tags.

1. Health Catalyst: https://healthcatalyst.com/
2. HealthData Movers: https://www.healthdatamovers.com/
3. Impact Advisors: https://www.impact-advisors.com/
4. Intersystems: https://www.intersystems.com/
5. Kyruus Health: https://kyruushealth.com/
6. Linus Health: https://linushealth.com/
7. LiveData: https://www.livedata.com/
8. Medtech Solutions: https://medtechsolutions.com/
9. MRO Corp: https://mrocorp.com/
10. Navina: https://www.navina.ai/
11. PerfectServe: https://www.perfectserve.com/
12. Prognocis: https://prognocis.com/
13. Praia Health: https://www.praiahealth.com/
14. QGenda: https://www.qgenda.com/
15. rldatix: https://www.rldatix.com/en-nam/?nab=0
16. SmartSense: https://www.smartsense.co/
17. Tegria: https://www.tegria.com/

note: The alt attribute on all the images is just “image” which isn’t very helpful for accessibility or SEO.It would be better if the alt text actually described the company or logo. Also,the date in the image URLs 2025/09 seems like a future date,it might be an error.

What proactive cybersecurity measures are healthcare organizations urged to implement to address vulnerabilities highlighted by recent cyberattacks?

EHR Implementation challenges & Successes

Several reports surfaced this week regarding Electronic Health Record (EHR) implementations. A common theme? Interoperability remains a important hurdle. While vendors are touting advancements in FHIR standards and API integration, practical request in diverse healthcare settings continues to lag.

Epic Systems announced a new module focused on streamlining data exchange with smaller, self-reliant practices. Initial feedback suggests improved efficiency, but concerns about cost and ongoing maintenance persist.

Cerner, now part of Oracle, highlighted its commitment to open APIs, showcasing a triumphant integration with a regional health facts exchange (HIE) in Iowa. This integration facilitated seamless data sharing for over 500,000 patients.

A case study published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association detailed a failed EHR implementation at a rural hospital in Montana, citing inadequate training and a lack of vendor support as key contributing factors. This underscores the importance of comprehensive EHR training and robust healthcare IT support.

Telehealth Expansion & Regulatory Updates

The telehealth landscape continues to evolve rapidly. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released proposed rules regarding reimbursement for remote patient monitoring (RPM) services.

The proposed rules suggest a potential expansion of covered RPM services, particularly for chronic conditions like diabetes and heart failure. this could significantly boost adoption of telehealth technology.

Several states are considering legislation to permanently expand telehealth access beyond the pandemic-era waivers.key issues being debated include interstate licensing and parity laws (requiring insurers to reimburse telehealth services at the same rate as in-person visits).

A new report from the American Hospital Association (AHA) emphasizes the need for increased broadband access in rural areas to support widespread telehealth adoption. Digital health equity remains a critical concern.

Cybersecurity Threats & Data Privacy

Healthcare organizations are facing an escalating number of cyberattacks. A ransomware attack on a large hospital system in California resulted in significant disruptions to patient care and a significant financial loss.

The attack highlighted vulnerabilities in legacy systems and the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures such as multi-factor authentication and regular security audits.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a warning about a new phishing campaign targeting healthcare professionals, urging them to be vigilant about suspicious emails and links.

Ongoing debate surrounds the implementation of stricter HIPAA regulations to address the growing threat of data breaches. Experts suggest a focus on enhanced data encryption and improved incident response planning.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare – Progress and Pitfalls

AI continues to generate both excitement and skepticism within the healthcare industry. Several companies announced new AI-powered tools designed to improve clinical decision-making and streamline administrative tasks.

Google Health unveiled a new AI algorithm that can detect early signs of sepsis with 90% accuracy.This technology has the potential to significantly reduce mortality rates.

IBM Watson Health is facing increased scrutiny regarding the accuracy and reliability of its AI-powered cancer treatment recommendations.Concerns have been raised about potential biases in the algorithms.

A panel discussion at the HIMSS conference emphasized the importance of ethical AI and the need for transparency in AI development and deployment. Machine learning in healthcare requires careful validation and ongoing monitoring.

Healthcare Financial Management & Revenue Cycle Optimization

Rising healthcare costs and increasing administrative burdens are putting pressure on healthcare organizations to improve financial performance.

Several hospitals are exploring the use of robotic process automation (RPA) to automate repetitive tasks in the revenue cycle, such as claims processing and denial management.

A new study from Deloitte found that hospitals are losing billions of dollars annually due to inefficient revenue cycle processes. Revenue cycle management (RCM) is a key area for betterment.

* The implementation of value-based care models is driving a shift towards more proactive financial planning and risk management. Healthcare finance professionals need to adapt to this changing landscape.