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5G is here: how health systems can capitalize on the new cellular standard

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Rollout of 5G technology across the U.S. has begun in earnest. The cellular standard is already working in many major cities, and if isn't yet up and running in your hospital's hometown, it probably will be soon. 5G, especially when working as part of edge computing strategy, has some key advantages – low latency, reliability – that make it well-suited to enable big advances in efficacy and efficiency for a variety of healthcare use cases: in-building data management, easier

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The Pace of Tech-Adoption Grows Among Older Americans, AARP Finds – But Privacy Concerns May Limit Adoption

Health Populi

One in two people over 50 bought a piece of digital technology in the past year. Three in four people over fifty in America now have a smartphone. One-half of 50+ Americans use a tablet, and 17% own wearable tech. The same percentage of people over 50 own a voice assistant, a market penetration rate which more than doubled between 2017 and 2019, AARP noted in the 2020 Tech and the 50+ Survey published in December 2019.

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Technology Transforming The Health Industry: What Does The Future Hold?

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. There has been a more in-depth exploration of technology in the healthcare industry. Every pioneering discovery is attributed to advancements in technology. What was not possible decades ago is now being implemented through various techniques, […].

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Veredus Laboratories announces development of detection kit for Wuhan Coronavirus

Mobi Health News

Singapore-based Veredus Laboratories, a provider of innovative molecular diagnostic solutions, recently announced the development of VereCoV detection kit, a portable Lab-on-Chip application capable of detecting the Middle-East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (SARS-CoV) and 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) i.e.

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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.

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Social Insecurities: How Do Technology and Other Interventions Impact Clinician, Patient, and Care Partner Dynamics?

Healthcare IT Today

Editor’s Note: We’re excited to welcome Geri Lynn Baumblatt as a regular contributor to Healthcare IT Today. Geri has a unique perspective and a variety of experiences in healthcare that will make for some great content. We’re excited to have her and her passion for healthcare as part of the Healthcare IT Today team. Health […].

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How Technology Plays an Important Role in the Release of Information

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. When a person is injured in an accident, because of the negligent actions of another it may take the injured party weeks or months to recover. After going to the emergency room for initial treatment, […]. The article How Technology Plays an Important Role in the Release of Information appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Combating the spread of Coronavirus in China through continuous temperature monitoring

Mobi Health News

VivaLNK, a Santa Clara-based connected health startup, recently announced that Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center (SPHCC) is using the startup’s continuous temperature sensor to combat the spread of Coronavirus in China. Modeled after the previous SARS outbreak in 2003, SPHCC contains special wards designed to limit cross infection and to provide more efficient treatments.

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Adopting Standardized Workflow in Your Practice: The Resistance and How to Overcome It

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Greg Sanders, MD, FACC and Founder of HybridChart. Most companies strive for efficiency with a mission of continuous process improvement. This is a good way to lower overhead costs and reduce errors or waste. The ultimate goal is a higher level of satisfaction among customers and employees. Most industries […].

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The Suicide Rate in America Increased by 40% between 2000 and 2017. Blue Collar Workers Were Much More At Risk.

Health Populi

The rate of suicide in the U.S. rose from 12.9 per 100,000 population to 18.0 between 2000 and 2017, a 40% increase. Those workers most at-risk for suiciding were men working in construction and mining, maintenance, arts/design/entertainment/sports/media, farming and fishing, and transportation. For women, working in construction and mining, protective service, transportation, healthcare (support and practice), the arts and entertainment, and personal care put them at higher risk of suicide.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Using Artificial Intelligence to Combat Revenue Cycle Inefficiencies

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Valerie Barckhoff, principal and healthcare advisory practice lead, Windham Brannon. Hospitals and health systems throughout the country are constantly looking for ways to streamline finances and fine tune operating margins. Many are now looking outside […].

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As digital becomes the new norm in healthcare, how is patient safety being considered?

Mobi Health News

Yesterday at the Patient Safety in a Digital World symposium at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, panelists discussed the opportunity of digital to boost patient safety, as well as its potential pitfalls.

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Healthcare IT Today Survey: Consumerism And Use Of Patient-Generated Data Are Lasting Trends

Healthcare IT Today

Consumerism and the use of patient-generated data are no fads, but rather a lasting change to the healthcare landscape, according to a new survey conducted by Healthcare IT Today of our readers. According to the survey, perhaps the most-transformative trend emerging from healthcare consumerism was the use of consumer-facing health apps, which nearly half of […].

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Customizing patient care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Patient Engagement Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Customizing patient care Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Asia Pacific HOT @HIMSS:

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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7 Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting Healthcare Cybersecurity Insurance

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Glenn Day, chief sales officer and practice leader of healthcare, HUB International. True Story: An employee at one New England medical practice stayed after hours to search patient records for gossip on her neighbor. […]. The article 7 Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting Healthcare Cybersecurity Insurance appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Wheel launches telehealth staffing platform alongside $13.9M raise

Mobi Health News

Formerly known as Enzyme Health, the company's strategy is comprised of two major avenues: telehealth staffing opportunities for practitioners, and a scalable telehealth platform for companies.

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Practice Fusion to Pay $145 Million In Fines To Resolve Kickback Investigations

Healthcare IT Today

Practice Fusion, a San Francisco-based EHR vendor with a controversy-rich history, has agreed to pay $145 million to settle allegations that it engaged in a kickback scheme designed to increase opioid prescriptions and issues with their meaningful use EHR certification. Practice Fusion is now owned by Allscripts, which acquired it in 2018. This had been […].

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Most Americans Regardless of Income Say It’s Unfair for Wealthier People to Get Better Health Care

Health Populi

In America, earning lower or middle incomes is a risk factor for having trouble accessing health care and/or paying for it. But most Americans, rich or not, believe that it’s unfair for wealthier people to get better health care, according to a January 2020 poll from NPR, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Harvard Chan School of Public Health, Life Experiences and Income Equality in the United States.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Your Fingerprint In The 21st Century: Device Fingerprinting

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. A physical fingerprint has been a standard identifying feature for decades. Our prints are completely unique to us, and they can reveal where we have been and what we have done, as well as to […]. The article Your Fingerprint In The 21st Century: Device Fingerprinting appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Allscripts' Practice Fusion admits to illegal kickbacks from opioid maker, agrees to $145M settlement

Mobi Health News

The Silicon Valley EHR vendor received “sponsorship” payments from unnamed pharmaceutical companies so that the latter’s marketing team could influence the design of CDS features, according to the Department of Justice.

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Social Media, Patients, and Privacy – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 1/31 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by Candace (@RareCandace) on the topic of “Social Media, Patients, and Privacy” Now more than ever, patients are connecting online to share their stories, compare treatments, and connect with […].

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Specific Healthcare Considerations for Sexual Abuse and Harassment

HealthStream

In addition to laws that apply generally to organizations, healthcare has its own specific prohibitions for sexual harassment and abuse. Healthcare organizations need to be sure their policies and practices allow effective responses and investigations to any allegations of harassment or abuse.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Moving Beyond EHRs: What Predictive Analytics Can Offer

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Sanjeev Agrawal, president, LeanTaaS. There is tremendous pressure on health systems to serve more patients, particularly as the need for services rises and insurance disbursements decrease. Adding new facilities to accommodate demand is often […].

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Shifts in pharma’s 2020 digital health landscape

Mobi Health News

Former health innovation executive Naomi Fried highlights trends to watch among pharmas interested in digital health technologies.

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Providing a Great Patient Communications Experience May Be Easier Than You Think

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Amit Modi, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Movius Corp. Improving the ways in which patients communicate with their clinician may feel like sending a search party into a blackhole. With today’s preference for instant communication via text and the laundry list of app-based messaging services, patients are increasingly […].

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Improve Healthcare Staff Retention by Responding to Generational Differences

HealthStream

To treat every generation the same, especially when it comes to improving retention, may really be a mistake. When it comes to retention, stop thinking how you can make others more like yourself. Instead, learn to appreciate and adapt to their individual preferences.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.