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Addressing telehealth's cybersecurity risk will be an industry-wide problem

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Experts have repeatedly predicted that telehealth would present a major challenge for healthcare cybersecurity in the coming year. But it's not enough to know telehealth is likely to be an issue. The real task is working collaboratively to address those dangers. At the second installment of the American Telemedicine Association's EDGE policy conference on Tuesday, leaders in the healthcare space reiterated the importance of cybersecurity as a patient safety issue.

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Top Tech Resources For Improved Physical and Mental Health In 2021

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Living through a pandemic these past few months has been grueling on the mind and body. Whether you contracted the coronavirus, lost a loved one, or had to deal with the stresses associated with changes […]. The article Top Tech Resources For Improved Physical and Mental Health In 2021 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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HIPAA Seal of Compliance = Consumer Fraud

Healthcare IT Today

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a consumer fraud settlement against a company that displayed a ‘HIPAA Compliant’ seal on its website. After a data breach, SkyMed, a company that provides emergency evacuation memberships for travelers, was cited in December 2020 for not properly protecting member information, failing to adequately assess risks, and failing to […].

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Biobeat launches 'hospital at home' version of its remote monitoring platform

Mobi Health News

The Israeli company's take-home kit includes a continuous vitals monitor, a patient app and a cloud-based patient-management system.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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HIMSSCast: Telehealth policy under the Biden administration

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

On today's HIMSSCast, host Jonah Comstock and Healthcare IT News Senior Editor Kat Jercich welcome eMocha CEO Sebastian Seiguer to look ahead at the Biden administration and discuss what needs to happen next for telehealth. In particular, we look at vaccine distribution as a medication adherence problem, the important role of finance reform, and much more.

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3 Health IT Trends That Will Define The COVID-19 Battle In 2021

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Seth Hirsch, COO, SES. Following a year marked by one challenging headline after another in 2020, news in the fight against COVID-19 will likely turn better in 2021 thanks to improved treatments and the […]. The article 3 Health IT Trends That Will Define The COVID-19 Battle In 2021 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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What it takes to make it in digital health, based on companies that already have

Mobi Health News

A McKinsey report breaks down the six strategic steps taken by established players in digital health.

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Health center's makeshift telehealth OK, but now is building something grand

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Bee Busy Wellness Center in Houston, Texas, like other health centers across the country, struggled with efforts to offer telehealth services to patients when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. THE PROBLEM. As a way to be creative and to extend its healthcare program to those seeking services via telehealth, Bee Busy purchased mobile phones for clinical staff and iPads for providers to engage with patients who had iOS or Android systems, but failed in attempts at expanding its EHR to be compatible to of

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6 Tips For Choosing The Right Health Insurance Plan

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. 2020 is behind you, and it’s the season to roll up your sleeves, pull out your documents, open your checkbook, and work to choose the right health insurance plan to meet your needs for 2021. […]. The article 6 Tips For Choosing The Right Health Insurance Plan appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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A Look at Humanizing Healthcare and the Telehealth Landscape

Healthcare IT Today

Humanizing healthcare is a big vision that anyone who has been a patient can appreciate. Far too often patients feel like cogs in the big machine that is healthcare. While Humanizing Healthcare is a big vision, it’s exactly the vision that Jamey Edwards, CEO & Co-Founder at Cloudbreak Health, has set for his company. To learn […].

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.

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Guided iCBT outperforms unguided counterpart in treating depression, according to JAMA paper

Mobi Health News

The study also found that iCBT, both guided and unguided, reduced depression symptoms at a higher rate than treatment as usual or a waitng list.

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How to win physician confidence in remote patient monitoring programs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Clinical Decision Support Electronic Health Records (EHR, EMR) Telehealth Workflow CIOs need to look beyond just EHRs and explore standalone platforms to enhance care delivery – keeping focused on reliable patient data and streamlined clinical workflows. Joyoti Goswami COVID-19 has spurred telehealth and remote patient monitoring adoption across the United States, with 36 percent of the US consumers now using telehealth to replace healthcare visits.

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One Physician’s (Wary) Health IT Predictions For 2021

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Christopher Maiona, M.D., SFHM, chief medical officer, PatientKeeper, Inc. After all that transpired in 2020, it’s understandable if people are reluctant to make predictions about what will happen in 2021. I suspect some prognosticators retired […].

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Numerous Announcements of COVID Vaccine Solutions is Encouraging

Healthcare IT Today

Over the past two weeks, Healthcare IT Today has received 100+ Press Releases and offers to interview executives from Health IT companies with COVID vaccine solutions. We have been deluged with information on apps, modules and platforms that will make the vaccination process smoother, faster, and more efficient. It is an encouraging sign. We reached […].

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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Boston Scientific acquires wearable cardiac sensor maker Preventice Solutions

Mobi Health News

The nine-figure deal is set to close before the midpoint of 2021.

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Women's health: What to expect in 2021

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Women's health: What to expect in 2021 Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition Right Now:

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Myths About Psychiatrists Do More Harm Than Good

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Seeing a psychiatrist doesn’t have to be difficult, challenging, nor scary. Or, maybe you’ve been told myths about how seeing these mental healthcare providers isn’t going to help you or that they aren’t going to […]. The article Myths About Psychiatrists Do More Harm Than Good appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Electronic Signatures Can Reduce Costs, Speed Care Delivery

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Stephan Herron, President and CEO of Scriptel Corporation. Our modern Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems’ origins can be traced back to the 1960s. Fifty-five years ago, slightly over 100 clinical information and/or storage systems existed. I’m sure that, at the time, one of the purported advantages of an […].

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Contributed: Trials and tribulations – the new world of decentralized trials

Mobi Health News

Asset Management Ventures' Skip Fleshman outlines COVID-19's impact on clinical trials and the resulting leap toward tech-enabled decentralized trials.

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Innovation in digital health for seniors to continue in 2021

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Innovation in digital health for seniors to continue in 2021 Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition Right Now:

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Here’s How To Stay On Top of Your Health Without Going To The Doctor’s Office

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The pandemic has made us all a little more aware of our health. We overanalyze every cough and sniffle. Is that just a sore throat, or the end of the world? Does a little shortness […]. The article Here’s How To Stay On Top of Your Health Without Going To The Doctor’s Office appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Social Media Data Privacy and Rights – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 1/22 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by Janae Sharp (@CoherenceMed) from @SharpIndex on the topic “Social Media Data Privacy and Rights“ Social Media algorithms control what we see and what we read. The age […].

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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AstraZeneca Estonia to participate in VaccineGuard pilot

Mobi Health News

Estonia, Hungary and Iceland are the first countries to sign up to the new platform supporting the global COVID-19 vaccination programme.

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Malaysia’s Sunway Medical Center launches Telemedicine Command Center

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Sunway Medical Center, a private healthcare provider under Malaysia’s Sunway conglomerate company, has launched a Command Center for Telemedicine Services in early 2021, the private tertiary hospital recently announced. The Command Center is located at the main hospital at Sunway City in Kuala Lumpur. Sunway also has a medical center in Velocity in KL and in the neighboring country of Singapore.

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Signs That You’re Suffering From Post-Lockdown Anxiety

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. At the moment, conditions of the lockdowns that swept the nation from March 2020 to the end of last year have started to ease up in some places, making it possible for people to get […]. The article Signs That You’re Suffering From Post-Lockdown Anxiety appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Virgo Investment Group Announces $20 Million Investment in Apricus Health

Healthcare IT Today

Virgo Investment Group (“Virgo”) today announced an investment in Apricus Health, an innovative healthcare company created by a group of prominent Arizona physicians. This partnership aligns with Virgo’s focus on strategically expanding its portfolio within the health and wellness sectors. Apricus Health was founded with the goal of transitioning healthcare practices to a value-based care model.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.

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Employee health company Kenzen begins partnership with Examinetics and receives investment

Mobi Health News

Kenzen’s wearable device is designed to keep frontline workers in hazardous environments safe by monitoring users' health metrics.

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Telehealth makes big leap in 2020, will propel chronic care in 2021

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Telehealth makes big leap in 2020, will propel chronic care in 2021 Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition Right Now:

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What Is Patient Compliance in Healthcare?

HealthStream

Patient Compliance involves following the recommendations of healthcare professionals in such areas as medication treatment, therapy, diagnostic tests, and lifestyle changes. Learn my noncompliance is common and what to do about it.

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Amazon Unlikely To Capture A Major Telehealth Presence Anytime Soon

Healthcare IT Today

Earlier this month, a triumvirate of corporate giants admitted that their healthcare venture wasn’t going to make it. Haven, a company backed by JPMorgan Chase, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and Amazon, called it quits after only a couple of years in business. Their goal had been for the three companies to offer better healthcare services […].

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.