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Trade association raises concern that new regulatory system is not ready to support the transition of technology.
Data from an Aetna International survey also suggest that employers and convenient digital tools could play a role in connecting these potential patients to care.
A majority of employers, meanwhile, said they are viewing workforce digital health offerings as a worthwhile investment, according to a new Mercer Marsh Benefits, Mercer and Oliver Wyman report.
A cross-industry research consortium modeled after consumer-focused market research practices is set to present its findings at HIMSS20 in March.
The MobiHealthNews staff shares its thoughts on how HIPAA, investor funding, digital health commercialization and other focus areas will be changing over the course of the new year.
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Flaner's newly acquired employees will be housed in a new "Tech Hub" the Brazil-grown unicorn will be establishing in Lisbon.
The company's US lead said that two "very large" strategic partners have already been secured, with hopes to lock down as many as five by next year.
The latest round brings Bright Health's fundraising total to more than $1 billion.
The pharmacy benefit manager has vetted 15 programs from Livongo, Propeller Health, Omada Health and others to help clients choose effective digital health management tools.