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2015 Healthcare Forecast: Prepare for Post-Acute Care Activity, Payor Disintermediation, Transparency Pressure
Healthcare stakeholders should brace for new market entrants, more data and price transparency and an increasingly global playing field, according to HIN's eleventh annual industry trends report. - December 15, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Baptist Health to Start Providing Patients with Upfront Estimates
Baptist Health selected PMMC, a leading provider of revenue cycle management solutions, for its estimation solution that will create accurate estimates for their patients with an upfront summary of their financial responsibility. Baptist Health is the leading healthcare provider in central Alabama... - December 15, 2014 - PMMC
HL7 Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) Adopted by Carefluence
Comet-IS is pleased to announce that it has adopted HL7’s Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) into its Carefluence platform offering. FHIR is the newest standard specification framework for exchanging healthcare information electronically to address healthcare information interoperability between dissimilar computer systems. - December 14, 2014 - Carefluence
Clinical and Economic Impact of Next-Generation Sequencing Examined During Boston Healthcare’s Multi-Stakeholder Symposium
Boston Healthcare Associates, Inc. (BHA) and Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI) held an engaging, multi-stakeholder symposium surrounding the unique challenges and opportunities with the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) in oncology care. Entitled, “Capturing the Value of... - December 12, 2014 - Boston Healthcare
Paras Biopharmaceuticals Wins International Award
Paras Biopharmaceuticals wins the 2014 European Biopharmaceuticals Technology Innovation Leadership Award by Frost & Sullivan. - December 11, 2014 - Paras Biopharmaceuticals Finland Oy
Aiken Regional Medical Center Selects Digisonics Cardiovascular Information System
Aiken Regional Medical Center in Aiken S.C., will implement the Digisonics CVIS for PACS and structured reporting of their echo and cardiac/vascular catheterization studies. - December 11, 2014 - Digisonics
mumms® Software’s Built-In Cap Report Tool Helps Hospices Avoid Exceeding Medicare's Cap Limitations
New revisions by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will require hospices to calculate and return hospice cap overpayments within a narrow window beginning this year. Hospices that do not complete this process within the CMS time restrictions will risk suspension of all Medicare... - December 11, 2014 - mumms Software
EGFR Kit of AmoyDx, China, Supplier to MoBiTec, Germany, Ranks Top in 2014 Lung Cancer EMQN Report
The European Molecular Genetics Quality Network (EMQN) is an independent organization based in the UK that promotes improvement in the quality of genetic testing by ensuring that diagnostic molecular genetic laboratory test results are accurate, reliable, and comparable. - December 11, 2014 - MoBiTec GmbH
ALPCO Releases New Chemiluminescent Human C-peptide ELISA
ALPCO adds to their STELLUX® Chemiluminescent line of assays with the launch of the new Human C-peptide ELISA. - December 10, 2014 - ALPCO
EndoSoft Develops Revolutionary Oncology Program with the Jewish General Hospital - Segal Cancer Center
EndoVault® Oncology is a first of its kind Electronic Health Record (EHR) designed specifically for Oncologists. - December 10, 2014 - EndoSoft
AveXis Announces Dosing of First Patient in Intermediate Cohort in Gene Transfer Trial
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), today announced that the first patient in the intermediate cohort in the Gene Transfer Clinical Trial for SMA Type 1 has... - December 10, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
New Report: Medicare Chronic Care Management Revenue Opportunities for Physician Practices
A new report details 2015 revenue opportunities for physician practices who coordinate care for Medicare beneficiaries with chronic illness, based on the 2015 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. - December 09, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Ryte Launches as First Benefit Corporation in Direct Sales Industry
Ryte is honored to launch as the first Benefit Corporation in the Direct Sales industry. Ryte is a giving company, and offers its Members the opportunity to live an active, healthy lifestyle and at the same time give back to causes, people, and programs they are passionate about. Ryte’s product lineup is designed to help in areas where most people struggle, including energy, weight loss, mood, relaxation, and sleep (www.ryte.com). - December 09, 2014 - Ryte, Inc
Get the First Mover Advantage in “The Big Value” Gene Therapy Market
Take Advantage of the very lucrative gene therapy market and play in the rare-air of the very few with DelveInsight’s Gene Therapy Reports! - December 07, 2014 - DelveInsight
Kelyniam Global Announces Q2 and Q3 Earnings
Kelyniam Global, Inc. (OTC Pink: KLYG), an innovative medical device design and manufacturing company, posted its 2nd & 3rd quarter sales at $436,865 and $455,401 respectively. The reduction in quarterly revenue can be directly attributed to company resources allocated to its recent acquisition... - December 06, 2014 - Kelyniam Global, LLC
Thorburn Chiropractic & Wellness Center Celebrates Christmas by Encouraging Giving to Local Children’s Charities
Who Says Santa Isn't Alive and Well in Burbank? - December 06, 2014 - Thorburn Chiropractic & Wellness Center
New Dymax 3401 from Intertronics - UV and Moisture Cure Adhesive for Plastics and Metals
The Dymax 3401 dual cure (UV and moisture) adhesive from Intertronics is designed for rapid bonding of a wide variety of plastic and metal substrates, including PC and ABS applications. - December 06, 2014 - Intertronics
ComplianceBridge Announces New Risk, Audits, and Assessments Management Tool
TotalCompliance™ Risk, Audit, and Assessment Management solution by ComplianceBridge is a simple, intuitive and powerful new tool designed to help you proactively conduct risk assessments and audits that identify, assess and manage risks. TotalCompliance’s ease of use, integration, customization and scalability is designed to address the needs for large and small organizations. - December 05, 2014 - ComplianceBridge
AveXis Announces Launch of New Patient-Oriented Website Focused on Spinal Muscular Atrophy
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), is pleased to announce the launch of the company’s brand new website specifically focused on SMA: www.smastudy.org. - December 04, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
Magnifi Group and Vendormate Partner to Improve Credentialing Experience
Vendormate and Magnifi Group Launch Medical Credentialing Courses on Enhanced eLearning Platform with eCommerce capabilities. - December 04, 2014 - Magnifi Group
Essjay Solutions Presenting at 4th Annual Pharmacovigilance Conference in Dubai
Essjay Solutions are pleased to announce they will be presenting at the 4th Annual Pharmacovigilance Conference organised by MCO on 15th January 2015 in Dubai. This conference aims to improve awareness of pharmacovigilance from a theoretical and practical point of view, as well as introduce successful models and experience in pharmacovigilance in the Middle East. - December 04, 2014 - Essjay Solutions
Verix Announces New Analytical Story Generator for Fast Sharing of Insights and Improved Decision Making
Cloud Analytics Platform Gives Pharma Commercial Operations Unmatched Ability to Create and Share Analytical Stories out of Complex Data. - December 03, 2014 - Verix
Block Imaging Introduces Service Window
Service Window is a one-stop online hub for diagnostic imaging equipment owners to track all of their system’s upkeep. Digital copies of field service reports, real time case notes, equipment uptime tracking, and a service representative message board are a few of the features Service Window will offer to increase communication with imaging facilities and simplify access to important details of equipment service coverage. - December 03, 2014 - Block Imaging
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 14th Annual California State Rural Health Association Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 14th Annual Florida Rural Health Conference. What: 2014 FOM/IT Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774. When: December 3-4,... - December 03, 2014 - VersaSuite
Discount on DelveInsight’s Market & Pipeline Reports Till 26th December, 2014
Meet your Targets with DelveInsight's Comprehensive Reports which are now available at a lesser price. - December 03, 2014 - DelveInsight
The Modal Shop, Inc. Redefines Proximity Probe Calibration
Capable of 50 mils peak-to-peak displacement (1.27 mm peak-to-peak), The Modal Shop's 9100 Series has the most dynamic range of any portable proximity probe calibrator on the market. - December 03, 2014 - The Modal Shop
Medicom Health Interactive and Vitalz Form Strategic Partnership
Alliance delivers Medicom Health Interactive’s innovative patient engagement solutions leveraging the Vitalz enterprise patient engagement platform to connect patients and providers. - December 03, 2014 - Medicom Health Interactive
MR Solutions Announces the First Installations of Its Second Generation Cryogen Free Magnet Technology for Increased Scientific Capabilities in Preclinical MRI
MR Solutions has introduced its second generation MRI magnet technology to its range of ground breaking 3T and 7T, cryogen free, preclinical scanners. Features of this new technology include variable field operation, higher intrinsic magnetic field homogeneity, larger fields of view (FOV)... - December 03, 2014 - MR Solutions
MoBiTec, Germany to Offer Cryogenic Vials for Embryo Cryopreservation by Vitrification Manufactured by Sumitomo, Japan
In cryopreservation vitrification is a common method used to preserve egg cells and embryos. Of utmost importance is that the oocyte or embryo is stored in a vessel that allows appropriate temperature modulation. - December 03, 2014 - MoBiTec GmbH
Top Compliance Officers Meet in San Jose to Address Growing Demands at Consero’s Corporate Compliance Forum
SAI Global Compliance Moderates Technology Panel. - December 02, 2014 - SAI Global Compliance
Publisher Seeks Feedback for 10th Annual "State of the Healthcare Industry" Survey
The Healthcare Intelligence Network extends its yearly invitation to industry executives to identify 2014 business triumphs as well as top-of-mind 2015 concerns and challenges by completing the publisher's tenth annual Trends & Forecasts survey. - December 01, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Just in Time for Cyber Monday SkinnyTeaUSA™ Announces the Launch of Its New Holiday Shop and Store-Wide Discounts on New Limited Edition Holiday Blends
SkinnyTeaUSA™ the leading US-based weight management tea company, is now operating a new independent Holiday online store (shop.skinnytea.us) in anticipation of the Holiday shopping rush that previously overwhelmed the main SkinnyTeaUSA™ website. The Holiday store only carries exclusive Limited Edition Holiday tea blends. - November 30, 2014 - SkinnyTeaUSA
MoBiTec, Germany, Offers a New Range of Monofluorinated Nucleosides Manufactured by Dextra, UK
Fluorine introduction can lead to a modification of the reactivity of functional groups, alter conformational stability and, in pharmaceuticals, enhance metabolic stability. Over 30% of leading blockbuster drugs contain at least one fluorine atom. - November 29, 2014 - MoBiTec GmbH
The “New” Way Forward: DelveInsight’s Oncology-Based MOA Pipeline Reports
Move one Step ahead from the Market with These Target-Based Reports. - November 28, 2014 - DelveInsight
electroCore CEO, JP Errico, Emphasizes the Importance of Early Collaboration with Patients Group, Providers, and Payors When Introducing Innovative Technologies
JP Errico, founder and CEO of electroCore, speaking at The FT Global Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Conference in London last week, emphasized the importance of working with each of the major stakeholders, i.e., patients and their advocates, key opinion-leading physicians, and decision-makers... - November 28, 2014 - electroCore
HF Eyewear Launches Line of Sustainable, Prescription Wooden Eyewear
HF Eyewear announced the debut of its line of premium wooden sunglasses and eyewear frames. Consumers can order standard or prescription lenses from the company's website and can try up to 3 pairs before purchase with the company's Home Trial Program. HF Eyewear contributes 10% of its revenue to non-profit Pandas International to support giant panda habitat restoration. - November 25, 2014 - HF Eyewear
Kevin M. Smith to Retire as President & CEO of the Colorado Institute for Drug, Device and Diagnostic Development; Search Committee Formed to Hire Smith’s Successor
The Colorado Institute for Drug, Device and Diagnostic Development (CID4) has begun a search for a new Executive Director, as Kevin M. Smith leaves as part of a planned retirement. Mr. Smith will remain with CID4 through February 2015 to ensure a smooth and successful transition for CID4’s new leader. - November 24, 2014 - Colorado Institute for Drug, Device and Diagnostic Development
Creative Biomart’s Most-Favored Services List is Available Now
Creative Biomart, a world leading biotech company that offers recombinant proteins, antibodies, antigens and a wide range of biotech services worldwide, today has released its most favored services list officially. It was said that this was done to make them have a better understanding of what... - November 22, 2014 - Creative Biomart
Customed, Inc. Issues Recall of Sterile Convenience Kits-Trays, Bags, and New Lots Added to the Previous Recall
NB: this is a Customed document re: RES69448 as suggested by the FDA On October 8th, 2014 Customed, Inc. initiated a recall of sterile convenience surgical kits-trays, bags (known as “Convenience Kits”), and New Lots Added as follow-up to the June 3, 2014 Class I recall of 233... - November 21, 2014 - Customed
AveXis to Present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray Healthcare Conference
AveXis, a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy, today announced that Mr. John Carbona, Chief Executive Officer, and Dr. Brian Kaspar will present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray... - November 21, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
New Whitepaper from Intertronics - Designing-in Light Curing Adhesives
This new authoritative whitepaper from Intertronics addresses the concepts around light curing adhesives, starting with the design function. - November 21, 2014 - Intertronics
Overcoming Dental Anxiety is a Reality at Victory Dental in Boise, Idaho
Most people experience some degree of dental fear and anxiety when faced with needed dental work. For some it is easily overcome with an explanation of procedures, but for others it remains an overwhelming fear that often results in the neglect of important dental care. Victory Dental in Boise,... - November 20, 2014 - Victory Dental
Effectiveness of Patient Engagement Software in Predicting Fall Risks
Aperum® Utilized in Key Research Study - November 20, 2014 - Sphere3
i-calQ Receives U.S. Patent for Smartphone-Based Method of Rapid Diagnostic Testing
The first smartphone-based quantitative point-of-care diagnostic platform with integrated decision support. Turn any smartphone into a portable laboratory and medical specialist. - November 20, 2014 - i-calQ, LLC
Patent Awarded to AdvantaPure(R)’s AdvantaPass(TM) Clean Room Wall Pass-Through System; Ensures Room Isolation During Fluid Transfer
A United States patent has been awarded to AdvantaPass, a clean room wall pass-through system designed to transfer fluids between clean rooms during pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical production. The system is the first of its kind to provide complete isolation between manufacturing suites when transferring multiple fluid lines through a single wall portal. AdvantaPass uses Single-Use components, such as tubing and seals, along with durable stainless steel in-wall parts. - November 20, 2014 - AdvantaPure
Available from MoBiTec GmbH: Unique Ready-to-Use Vectors for Live Cell Imaging of Nuclear Proteins
During cell division the kinetochore is the protein structure on chromatids where the spindle fibers attach to pull sister chromatids apart. MoBiTec now offers unique gene fusion constructs of proteins to investigate kinetochore formation and cell division. - November 20, 2014 - MoBiTec GmbH
Flagler Hospital and BayView Healthcare Collaborate for Better Patient Care
Use of Avancen MOD Corporation’s Innovative “Medication on Demand” Device Allows Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility to Collaborate to Improve Patient Pain Management. - November 19, 2014 - Avancen MOD Corporation
December 16, 2014 Webinar: Humana to Detail Physician Quality Rewards for Population Health Management
Drawing upon its rich five-year experience of supporting physician practices' transition from volume to value, Humana will describe its value-based Provider Quality Rewards program during a December 16, 2014 webinar sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - November 19, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Newest Solid State Pulse Amplifier by IFI Available from Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
Advanced Test Equipment Rentals (ATEC), supplier of complete testing solutions for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), now offers, for rent, the recently released Instruments For Industries (IFI) S31-500-900P solid state pulsed amplifier. The S31-500-900P has a 500W continuous rating and the... - November 19, 2014 - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
Experimentica Ltd Announces a Strategic Partnership with the Research and Development Center for Ophthalmic Innovations SILK, Tampere, Finland
Experimentica Ltd., a Finland-based ophthalmic CRO, announces a strategic partnership with The Research and Development Center for Ophthalmic Innovations SILK, Tampere, Finland. SILK is a research network composed of research units engaged in basic and clinical eye and vision research. Dr. Giedrius... - November 19, 2014 - Experimentica Ltd