Key Takeaways on CMS Final Rule 2026 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its CMS final rule 2026 policy changes for the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) on October 31, 2025.1 Actual changes go into effect on or after January 1, 2026. Other recent regulatory changes are also finalized. Changes that will […]
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Key Takeaways: What Are RVUs in Healthcare RVUs stands for Relative Value Units. RVUs in healthcare are non-monetary units used to quantify the value of medical services. RVUs reflect the relative amount of work, practice expense, and malpractice risk used to deliver different procedures or services. Each service or procedure provided is assigned an RVU
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Key Takeaways for Fee-for-Service vs Value-Based Care The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) aims to move Medicare users from a Medicare fee-for-service model and most Medicaid users to a value-based care model by 2030. The goal reflects a broader shift in the healthcare industry, as providers, payers, and policymakers move away from traditional
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Key Takeaways on AI Medical Documentation Last modified March 2, 2026 Physicians and clinicians go into healthcare to care for patients. They don’t want to spend hours navigating complex electronic health record (EHR) systems or dealing with documentation burdens and inefficient workflows. Add staffing shortages, especially in rural areas, and ways to reduce burden and
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Azalea is proud to announce that we’ve received HITRUST certification again in 2025 — a clear reflection of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding patient data and upholding the highest standards of information security across our healthcare platforms. What This Means In an era where cybersecurity threats are increasingly sophisticated, HITRUST certification is one of the
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Key Takeaways on Cloud Computing in Healthcare The healthcare industry has long relied on on-premise servers to manage critical tasks like storing patient records, scheduling, billing, and daily operations. However, growing challenges such as increased cybersecurity risks, rising IT costs, and stricter compliance requirements now make this approach less sustainable—and far more costly in the
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Key Takeaways on AI Usage in Healthcare Benefits & Use Cases AI technology is steadily revolutionizing industries, and healthcare is no exception. While traditional AI systems have provided valuable insights over the past decade, the emergence of AI agents is ushering in a new era of healthcare automation and efficiency. These technologies don’t just answer
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Key Takeaways on How AI Agents Work in Healthcare Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept—it’s actively transforming healthcare as we know it. From optimizing clinical workflows to enhancing revenue cycle management, AI is paving the way for more efficient and accessible care. One of the most advanced developments in this space
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Key Takeaways on AI Usage in Healthcare Trends and Benefits The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is evolving at a remarkable pace. A recent American Medical Association (AMA) survey highlights this shift, revealing that AI usage among physicians has nearly doubled in the last year. The findings underscore how AI is transforming various
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Key Takeaways on AI Safety in Medicine Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to transform healthcare, from improving diagnostic accuracy to streamlining administrative tasks. However, this excitement comes with a pressing question — is AI safe for medicine? When dealing with vulnerable populations, complex medical data, and high-stakes decisions, ethical considerations are just as important as technological
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