Tampa General Hospital has reached a $6.8 million settlement in a class action lawsuit related to a data breach that affected over 2.4 million patients, initially reported to involve 1.2 million. The breach, detected on May 31, 2023, compromised sensitive information, including names, Social Security numbers, and health insurance data. The lawsuit alleged negligence in the hospital's cybersecurity practices, though the hospital denies wrongdoing and opted for the settlement to avoid trial costs. The settlement includes a fund for reimbursing affected individuals, with ordinary losses capped at $1,500.

Tampa General Hospital Settles $6.8M Class Action Over Major Data Breach HIPAA Journal

California's Senate Bill 1120 prohibits health insurance companies from denying claims based solely on decisions made by artificial intelligence algorithms, emphasizing the need for human judgment in coverage determinations. Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, the law responds to widespread public concern about the impersonal nature of automated decision-making, particularly given the high denial rates of claims, which stood at 26% in California. While it does not eliminate the use of AI in healthcare, the bill requires human oversight to assess medically necessary services. The California Department of Managed Health Care will enforce compliance and improve transparency in the claims process.

California Enacts Law to Curb AI-Driven Health Insurance Denials Mercury News

As the deadline for 2025 approaches, the corporate significance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) is increasingly acknowledged as vital for long-term business success. Research shows that companies with strong DEI&B initiatives benefit not only from higher financial performance but also through improved employee satisfaction, retention, and innovation, wrote former CIO Cletis Earle in this article. Organizations with diverse management teams see significant revenue boosts from innovation, while inclusive cultures foster productivity and customer satisfaction. However, some businesses, influenced by political and economic factors, have begun retracting DEI initiatives, raising concerns about the potential negative impact on organizational growth and reputation.

DEI&B: The Key to Business Success as 2025 Approaches Starbridge Advisors

Rady Children’s Health will officially launch on January 1, 2025, as a result of the merger between Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, following approval from the California Office of the Attorney General. The new healthcare system aims to enhance pediatric care across Southern California by improving patient outcomes and promoting health equity, building on a longstanding partnership between the two hospitals. Leadership will be jointly held by CHOC’s Kimberly Chavalas Cripe and Rady’s Patrick A. Frias, MD, focusing on patient care, education, and research while integrating their resources with the University of California's medical schools. The new system will comprise three hospitals: CHOC Hospital in Orange, CHOC at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, and Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego.

CHOC and Rady Children’s Merge to Create Advanced Pediatric Healthcare System Inside CHOC

Tampa General Hospital has reached a $6.8 million settlement in a class action lawsuit related to a data breach that affected over 2.4 million patients, initially reported to involve 1.2 million. The breach, detected on May 31, 2023, compromised sensitive information, including names, Social Security numbers, and health insurance data. The lawsuit alleged negligence in the hospital's cybersecurity practices, though the hospital denies wrongdoing and opted for the settlement to avoid trial costs. The settlement includes a fund for reimbursing affected individuals, with ordinary losses capped at $1,500.

Tampa General Hospital Settles $6.8M Class Action Over Major Data Breach HIPAA Journal

California's Senate Bill 1120 prohibits health insurance companies from denying claims based solely on decisions made by artificial intelligence algorithms, emphasizing the need for human judgment in coverage determinations. Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, the law responds to widespread public concern about the impersonal nature of automated decision-making, particularly given the high denial rates of claims, which stood at 26% in California. While it does not eliminate the use of AI in healthcare, the bill requires human oversight to assess medically necessary services. The California Department of Managed Health Care will enforce compliance and improve transparency in the claims process.

California Enacts Law to Curb AI-Driven Health Insurance Denials Mercury News

As the deadline for 2025 approaches, the corporate significance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) is increasingly acknowledged as vital for long-term business success. Research shows that companies with strong DEI&B initiatives benefit not only from higher financial performance but also through improved employee satisfaction, retention, and innovation, wrote former CIO Cletis Earle in this article. Organizations with diverse management teams see significant revenue boosts from innovation, while inclusive cultures foster productivity and customer satisfaction. However, some businesses, influenced by political and economic factors, have begun retracting DEI initiatives, raising concerns about the potential negative impact on organizational growth and reputation.

DEI&B: The Key to Business Success as 2025 Approaches Starbridge Advisors

Rady Children’s Health will officially launch on January 1, 2025, as a result of the merger between Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, following approval from the California Office of the Attorney General. The new healthcare system aims to enhance pediatric care across Southern California by improving patient outcomes and promoting health equity, building on a longstanding partnership between the two hospitals. Leadership will be jointly held by CHOC’s Kimberly Chavalas Cripe and Rady’s Patrick A. Frias, MD, focusing on patient care, education, and research while integrating their resources with the University of California's medical schools. The new system will comprise three hospitals: CHOC Hospital in Orange, CHOC at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, and Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego.

CHOC and Rady Children’s Merge to Create Advanced Pediatric Healthcare System Inside CHOC