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Retina Group of Washington Agrees to $3.6 Million Settlement to Resolve Data Breach Lawsuit

The HIPAA Journal

A settlement has been agreed to resolve a class action lawsuit against Retina Group of Washington over a March 2023 data breach that involved unauthorized access to the protected health information of 455,935 individuals. Under the terms of the settlement, a $3.6

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Will New Medicaid Policies Put Hospital Margins at Risk?

EvidenceCare

Hospital Margins: A Positive Trend with Ongoing Challenges Hospital financial performance rebounded in 2023, with total margins rising to 6.4% My goal is to offer a practical framework for leaders navigating both opportunity and uncertainty. and operating margins to 5.2%.

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$4.4 Million Settlement Agreed to Resolve WellNow Urgent Care Data Breach Litigation

The HIPAA Journal

The lawsuit was filed in response to a cyberattack and data breach detected on or around April 25, 2023, when ransomware was used to encrypt files. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing has been scheduled for August 15, 2025.

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Jobs Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy Careers

Focus on maintaining patient comfort and safety. Afternoon: Label samples, process blood specimens, and collaborate with lab technicians.

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7 Fast Growing Entry Level Healthcare Jobs for 2025

ACI Medical & Dental School

Medical Assistants perform both administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and clinical duties such as taking patient vital signs, assisting with examinations, and preparing treatment rooms. Here is a closer look at 7 fast-growing entry level healthcare jobs in 2025 to consider for your next career move. Where Do They Work?

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Phlebotomist Tech

Phlebotomy Careers

Bureau of Labor⁤ statistics, the median annual salary for phlebotomy technicians was approximately $36,000 as of 2023, with ‍opportunities for advancement ​and specialization. Flexible schedules : Opportunities for part-time, full-time, or evening shifts. Fast training programs : Get certified and start working within months.

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How Practical Nurse Duties Have Evolved

Prism Career Institute

According to a 2023 Rock Health report, telemedicine usage by patients over 55 rose by 12 percent. Some benefits of telemedicine for practical nurses include increased patient access, more flexible scheduling, and remote work opportunities. What’s more, we accommodate busy schedules with both day and evening classes.