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By McDermott Will & Emery on Jul 18, 2023
Posted In Uncategorized
During this session, panelists discussed the unique opportunities and challenges of digital-health wellness programs that partner with employers and health plans in considering, adopting and operationalizing wellness programs across their employee populations. The panelists discussed a wide range of challenges and opportunities, including accessibility to employees, navigating the health plan regulatory landscape, and being mindful...
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Top Takeaways | Successfully Deploying Digital Health in Value-Based Care
By McDermott Will & Emery on Jul 11, 2023
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In this session, McDermott Will & Emery Partner Lisa Mazur moderated a panel that explored how digital health tools can support financial and clinical success under value-based care arrangements. Panelists also looked at how digital health companies can successfully demonstrate value within the value-based care framework and make themselves attractive partners to value-based care companies....
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Key Takeaways | Women’s Health/Women+: Tapping into an Underserved Market
By McDermott Will & Emery on Jul 6, 2023
Posted In Uncategorized
During this session, investors and business leaders discussed the future of women-focused care and the exciting opportunities in the rapidly growing sector of women/women+ health. Session panelists: Ashley Antler, Former Vice President, Legal and Head of Regulatory Affairs, SimpleHealth Kim Boyd, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Caire Jessica Federer, Managing Partner, Supernode Ventures Caroline Reignley, Partner,...
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Top Takeaways | 2023 PPM-ASC Symposium | Leveraging Data Collaborations for Revenue Growth
By McDermott Will & Emery on Jun 27, 2023
Posted In Data Privacy
In this session, the panelists discussed the successes and challenges of a data collaboration between Gastro Health and Lynx.MD, and provided real-world insights into how a physician platform can harness its data to enhance patient care and generate additional revenue while maintaining compliance with applicable privacy and security regulations. Session panelists included: Omer Dror, Founder...
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Key Takeaways | Global Perspectives on Data Sharing and Privacy
By McDermott Will & Emery on Jun 20, 2023
Posted In Data Privacy
During this session, the panel discussed strategies and business considerations when addressing compliance with the wide array of data protection and privacy laws and regulations across the United States and abroad. The panel shared insights on compliance and monitoring strategies as well as best practices in working with internal stakeholders. Session panelists: Rebecca Daley, Esq.,...
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Introducing McDermott’s AI in Healthcare Resource Center
By McDermott Will & Emery on Jun 7, 2023
Posted In Artificial Intelligence
Stay up-to-date and in-the-know on the surge of developments impacting AI in healthcare. Our global, cross-practice team has curated links to key AI-related resources from legislative and executive bodies, government agencies and industry stakeholders in one easy-access location to help you stay current and engage in the AI conversation. We will continuously update this page...
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Teleprescribing of Controlled Substances Temporarily Extended Beyond PHE – What’s Next?
By McDermott Will & Emery on May 10, 2023
Posted In Telehealth
The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are extending telehealth flexibilities that allow providers to prescribe controlled substances. While the extension is in place, the DEA indicated that, in light of the 38,000 comments it has received, it will be further evaluating its recently proposed rules...
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Of Digital Interest Quarterly Roundup | Q1 2023
By McDermott Will & Emery on May 3, 2023
Posted In Telehealth
McDermott’s digital health team continually monitors legal developments affecting all aspects of the remote delivery of care. This inaugural issue of our Of Digital Interest Quarterly Roundup highlights key issues and trends in the first quarter of 2023. Remote care is an important development in care delivery, but the regulatory patchwork is complicated. Our digital...
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Preparing for the End of the COVID-19 Emergency: Tri-Agencies Issue FAQs to Assist Plans and Issuers
By McDermott Will & Emery on Apr 3, 2023
Posted In Telehealth
The Biden administration has announced its intent to end the COVID-19 National Emergency (NE) and the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) on May 11, 2023 (read our prior article for more information). In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, lawmakers and agencies made legislative and regulatory changes to expand access to telehealth services for individuals. This...
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Identity Requirements for Telehealth Encounters – What does Your State Require?
By McDermott Will & Emery on Mar 1, 2023
Posted In Telehealth
Verifying the identity of a patient prior to delivering telehealth services is important to prevent a range of potential risks, including the creation of fake accounts, insurance fraud and drug abuse/diversion. A growing number of states and health plans require the verification of a patient’s identity. This verification activity has become a standard practice in...
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