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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Altera Digital Health launches intelligent faxing solution
Altera Digital Health has introduced Sunrise Health Record, an intelligent faxing solution that aims to enhance health information management (HIM) and reduce the inefficiencies associated with manual faxing. This new offering is integrated with the Sunrise electronic health record (EHR) platform and is available for hospitals and health systems using Sunrise 25.1, the latest version of the company's comprehensive EHR system. Sunrise 25.1 was made available for mid-size hospitals and health systems last month. Faxing continues to be widespread in the healthcare sector because of interoperability challenges and misunderstandings regarding the privacy and security of data exchanged over the internet. Despite this, conventional faxing frequently requires users to switch between different systems and revise documents, leading to labour-intensive manual processes and risks to data integrity that jeopardise patient safety and adherence to regulations. Sunrise Health Record addresses these issues by providing a modern user interface with features that streamline communication. These include the integration of faxing within HIM shortfall management, enabling staff to send deficiency notices directly within the workflow, and configurable inbound fax queues that automatically route faxes to the appropriate department or user. In addition, single-click outbound faxing eliminates the need to download, rename, or reupload files, and real-time audit trails ensure complete visibility of the faxing process. Altera Digital Health Sunrise group leader and executive vice-president Jay Adams said: 'By embedding these capabilities directly into Sunrise, we're helping hospitals reduce delays, cut down on manual effort and drive better outcomes across core operational workflows. 'Faxing may still be part of healthcare, but the frustration doesn't have to be. Hospitals need health IT solutions that not only offer efficiency but also enable their teams to put time and attention where they're most needed.' "Altera Digital Health launches intelligent faxing solution" was originally created and published by Hospital Management, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Business Wire
25-06-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Altera Digital Health Launches Sunrise CarePath Patient Engagement Platform
BUSINESS WIRE)-- Altera Digital Health, a global health IT leader, today announced the launch of Sunrise™ CarePath, a mobile patient engagement platform designed to close communication gaps and reduce adverse events, readmissions and financial barriers. Fully integrated with the Sunrise™ EHR, Sunrise CarePath delivers capabilities including real-time secure messaging, self-scheduling, patient notifications and appointment reminders, and online billing integration. Sunrise CarePath, compatible with version 22.1, is now generally available to mid-size hospital and health system clients. Research suggests approximately 20% of patients experience adverse events within three weeks of hospital discharge, many of which are preventable. To bolster patient-provider communication, during and beyond the critical post-discharge period, Sunrise CarePath includes on-demand messaging that connects patients to care team members. Enabling patients to quickly clarify discharge instructions and report side effects in real time will help prevent avoidable emergency department (ED) visits and readmissions while also supporting patient confidence and continuity of care. Sunrise CarePath also offers instant appointment management and intelligent rescheduling/cancellation capabilities to help reduce missed appointments hindering proper medication management, timely interventions, care quality and hospital revenue. To further empower patients and encourage care plan adherence, Sunrise CarePath includes notifications for new health data and appointment reminders customized to the patient's communication preferences. Additionally, Sunrise CarePath integrates with hospital bill pay pages, enabling patients to pay medical bills in a paperless, convenient and secure manner. This removes friction from the patient financial experience and speeds up revenue collection, while also reducing administrative burdens for healthcare organizations. "When patients can't easily message their care team, manage follow-up appointments or stay on track with medications, adverse events are inevitable,' said Jay Adams, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Sunrise, Altera Digital Health. 'Sunrise CarePath gives hospitals powerful tools to close these gaps—helping clinicians protect patients and drive better outcomes after discharge. This level of engagement is key to delivering truly patient-centric care.' About Altera Digital Health A global healthcare IT leader, Altera Digital Health develops and elevates technology to bring next-level healthcare within reach. Altera's approach to our solutions is changing the way healthcare is delivered—we see the summit of what healthcare can be, but rather than total transformation, we're focused on helping organizations take the steps they need to get there. Altera designs digital health services that lead healthcare to a higher place, while we guide those we partner with, all along the way. To learn more, visit
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Bill allowing anyone 18 or older to conceal carry passes NC House, headed to governor
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Despite two Republican lawmakers siding with Democrats in opposition, a bill allowing people as young as 18 to carry a gun without a permit in the state, is headed to the Governor's office. Republican sponsors of the bill say it only enshrines the right to carry a weapon to law-abiding citizens. Rep. Jay Adams (R-Catawba) said in defense of the bill, ' States have done this…we're close to 50% of the country…this is really not going to affect criminal behavior…this is going to benefit law abiding citizens.' Democrats opposed the bill, saying it'll only lead to more gun violence and put guns into the hands of teenagers who aren't old enough to understand the true dangers of guns. 'Studies have shown that permit-less concealed carry increases violence and death,' Rep. Phil Rubin (D-Wake) said. The final vote came after a second reading in which 54 voted in favor and 48 voted against. The bill now heads to Gov. Josh Stein's desk, where he can sign it into law or veto the bill. If Stein vetoes SB50, House Republicans would need every single Republican and one Democrat to vote to override that veto. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
10-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Altera Digital Health and Health Gorilla Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Healthcare Interoperability
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. & CORAL GABLES, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Altera Digital Health, a global health IT leader, today announced a strategic partnership with Health Gorilla, a leading national interoperability platform and Qualified Health Information Network (QHIN) delivering real-time, structured, AI-ready health data. The collaboration will enable seamless data exchange across care settings, giving clinicians faster, more complete access to actionable patient data. Through the partnership, Altera will integrate Health Gorilla's national interoperability network into its Sunrise electronic health record (EHR) platform for mid-size hospitals and health systems. This will enable Sunrise clients to access longitudinal patient records—including labs, encounters, medications, and social determinants of health details—directly within their existing EHR workflows, enabling faster, better-informed clinical decisions without the need for manual data gathering or outside portals. 'This partnership is about clearing a path to better care,' said Jay Adams, Executive Vice President, Sunrise, Altera Digital Health. 'It's not just about interoperability for its own sake—it's about removing the barriers that slow clinicians down. Our work with Health Gorilla is a direct investment in reducing friction, surfacing meaningful data and giving providers the tools they need to make clinical decisions with confidence.' With this integration, Altera joins a growing network of Health Gorilla-connected EHR vendors, including MEDITECH, MEDHOST, Resmed and Canvas Medical. The expanded connectivity that comes through this partnership will allow Altera clients to securely exchange health data across a broad and diverse healthcare ecosystem. The partnership will also support Altera clients in meeting federal interoperability mandates and enable deeper participation in value-based care initiatives by improving access to holistic, real-time patient information. 'Providers still struggle with fragmented data that slows down care and burdens decision-making,' said Bob Watson, CEO of Health Gorilla. 'By embedding our QHIN-enabled connectivity into the Sunrise EHR, Altera is taking a significant step toward making comprehensive health data securely available at the point of care—supporting faster, more accurate decisions and better-coordinated outcomes.' About Altera Digital Health A global healthcare IT leader, Altera Digital Health develops and elevates technology to bring next-level healthcare within reach. Altera's approach to our solutions is changing the way healthcare is delivered—we see the summit of what healthcare can be, but rather than total transformation, we're focused on helping organizations take the steps they need to get there. Altera designs digital health services that lead healthcare to a higher place, while we guide those we partner with, all along the way. To learn more, visit About Health Gorilla Health Gorilla, a designated QHIN under TEFCA, is a leading national interoperability platform delivering secure, real-time access to structured, AI-ready health data. Health Gorilla supports EHR vendors, value-based care organizations, and digital health innovators with data-driven workflows that enable more informed, connected, and efficient care.
Newsweek
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Driver's Licenses Could Change for Millions of Americans
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Millions of drivers in North Carolina could see rules around license expirations and renewals change. Why It Matters According to the Federal Highway Administration, there were more than 7.7 million motorists in North Carolina in 2021. But the process of renewing a license has become difficult due to a large backlog at the state's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office. What To Know In North Carolina, standard driver's licenses are valid for eight years for those between 18 and 65 years old, and five years for those 66 years and older. Under House Bill 821, which received approval by the House Transportation Committee in April, a Class C driver's license would remain valid for up to two years after its expiration, which would permit motorists to continue driving without penalty in the state. The two-year grace period would expire at the end of 2027. The extension would not apply to drivers whose licenses have been canceled, revoked or suspended. "The General Assembly finds that there is a backlog of drivers unable to renew their drivers licenses in person. It is the intent of this act to eliminate that backlog," the bill reads. It was introduced by three state lawmakers: Republicans Jay Adams, Keith Kidwell and Mike Schietzelt. According to local outlet NC Newsline, Republican lawmakers of a GOP-controlled legislature have regularly criticized the state's DMV. Highway road near Raleigh, North Carolina, taken on May 13, 2018. Highway road near Raleigh, North Carolina, taken on May 13, 2018. GETTY The bill has been introduced due to a backlog of in-person appointments, which are required for new residents, first-time drivers and those getting their first REAL ID. Staffing shortages have been primarily blamed for the backlog, and local outlets have reported that technology used by the DMV is also outdated. Newsweek has contacted North Carolina's DMV office for comment via email. In the fall of 2024, the DMV's outgoing commissioner Wayne Goodwin, a Democrat, requested funding to hire ove60 new employees, but the request was denied. The DMV also announced in April that it had added 42 offices that would be open for an extra hour on weekdays, on top of the 50 that already do. In February, Republican State Auditor Dave Boliek announced he would be looking into the issues at the agency. What People Are Saying Jay Adams said, a key sponsor of the bill, said according to a report by NC Newsline: "Right now, apparently you cannot make an appointment to get your license renewal anywhere in the state. I spoke to somebody the day before yesterday who spent five hours getting his daughter's driver's license issued." Representative Harry Warren, a Republican, said: "This bill would basically be facilitating the incompetency of the DMV by alleviating them of their responsibility of their job." Goodwin, DMV's outgoing commissioner, told legislators in February: "We frankly had more successes than challenges. But as is life, and as is public affairs, state and federal government, you will likely hear more about what is not working than what is working." What Happens Next The bill has been referred to the House finance committee.
