Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 29, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Scott E. Rupp, publisher, Electronic Health Reporter. The healthcare technology world is ablaze, on FHIR. New proposed standards for interoperability are being established to allow health systems the ability to share information and facilitate patient access to data.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 28, 2019
In the early 2000s, the state of Texas was in the midst of a widely recognized, multi-decade crisis from lack of mental health services for people in need. THE PROBLEM. Psychiatric facilities were above capacity, leaving patients in mental health emergencies with either jail or emergency rooms as their only options. The ones correctly identified as in need of emergency care were taken to an ER where they could wait for days or even weeks for an open psychiatric bed.
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Health Populi
MARCH 28, 2019
As more mobile app users — consumers, patients, and caregivers — use these handy digital health tools, much of the data we share can be re-identified and monetized by third parties well beyond those we believe we’re sharing with. This compromised health data privacy scenario comes out of research published this month in the BMJ , Data sharing practices of medicines related apps and the mobile ecosystem: traffic, content, and network analysis.
Mobi Health News
MARCH 26, 2019
Roughly half of the market will be within the US alone, although China and India are also poised for growth.
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!
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 25, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. It is not uncommon, in today’s age, to do large amounts of personal business online. This includes discussing or sharing medical records. You may think that any place that shares your medical records online would invest in intense digital security, but you would be surprised.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 25, 2019
Browse the education sessions scheduled for the American Telemedicine Association's annual conference and expo in New Orleans next month, and you'll notice that many of them are geared toward elderly patients, home-based care and aging in place. There's one session titled, "From Preventative To Proactive: How Partnerships are Reimagining Telehealth's Role In Healthy Aging.
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Mobi Health News
MARCH 28, 2019
A new report from PwC predicts that new and proposed FDA regulations could open up doors for pharmaceutical companies looking to develop digital tools.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 27, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Technology is the new creed that has literally touched almost every aspect of our life. Be it communication, traveling, or exercising, we are always interacting with technology. However, healthcare has always been considered a very conservative area in terms of technology deployment.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 29, 2019
Last week, Thailand began development of its telemedicine programme at 32 hospitals located in rural areas in eight provinces, according to an article by the Bangkok post. The eight provinces are Chiang Rai, Kamphaeng Phet, Kanchanaburi, Kalasin, Phetchabun, Surin, Songkhla and Surat Thani. The telemedicine programme is a joint effort of the Public Health Ministry and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).
The Health Law Firm
MARCH 27, 2019
By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On February 5, 2019, two Lake County, Florida, ophthalmologists agreed to a six-figure payment for improperly billing Medicare for eyelid repair surgeries, the US Attorney’s Office announced. The pair operates Fishman & Sheridan eyeCare Specialists, and will pay $157,312.12 to resolve allegations they violated the False Claims Act (FCA), according to prosecutors, according to the government.
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Mobi Health News
MARCH 28, 2019
Biolinq's new funding was led by JDRF T1D Fund, Aphelion Capital and LifeSci Venture Partners.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 29, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ben Flock, chief healthcare strategist, TEKsystems. Healthcare professionals know that blockchain is coming, but there is still some apprehension associated with the technology. The cryptocurrency industry first pioneered this technology and its results have been highly impressive.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 27, 2019
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The Health Law Firm
MARCH 25, 2019
By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Please Note: This is part three of five in a blog series about opioid prescribing practices. Click here to read part one and part two. On March 8, 2019, an Indiana federal district court judge ruled in a civil law suit that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) had probable cause to arrest a doctor and his staff for allegedly overprescribing despite being acquitted at trial.
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Mobi Health News
MARCH 27, 2019
Published in JAMA Pediatrics, the investigation found that children using the new system showed significant improvements in socialization skills.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 27, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Bill Kotraba, vice president, healthcare solutions and strategy, Information Builders. Data has long been a popular topic in healthcare and is even more so after this year’s HIMSS. The industry is buzzing about the joint CMS and ONC announcement, which proposes a framework to improve interoperability and support seamless and secure access of health […].
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MARCH 29, 2019
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Health Populi
MARCH 29, 2019
There’s little agreement between Democrats and Republicans on a plethora of issues in American public life. But one issue that brings U.S. citizens together is agreement that the cost of health care is too high in the country, and that pharma, health plans, and providers are to blame. Welcome to health politics in America as of March 2019, according to The Public and High U.S.
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.
Mobi Health News
MARCH 25, 2019
The Eversense Bridge program is geared towards patients with high-deductible insurance plans or plans that don't cover the full cost of Eversense CGM, and allows them to purchase the system for $99.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 25, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. A 2016 study revealed that medical errors as the third leading cause of death in America. In fact, medical errors take 251,000 lives every year which works out at almost 700 deaths per day. There is a duty of care expected from medical professional towards their patients and these figures clearly indicate the need for […].
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 28, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Scott E. Rupp, publisher, Electronic Health Reporter. On March 21 HIMSS representatives vice president of government affairs, Tom Leary, and senior director of federal and state affairs, Jeff Coughlin, hosted a roundtable with members of the media to peel back a few layers of the onion of the newly proposed ONC and HHS rules […].
Mobi Health News
MARCH 27, 2019
GreatCall CEO David Inns talks to MobiHealthNews about remote monitoring, predictive analytics and why wearables aren't for everyone.
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Mobi Health News
MARCH 27, 2019
The round was led by BIP Capital and Atlanta Technology Angels.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 27, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Jacob Denton, chief information security officer, Mosaic451. Unless your security team has been living in a cave in one of the last remaining places on the planet where you can still unplug, you have certainly heard about the Petya and NotPetya ransomware attacks and the chaos caused by them.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 26, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Chris Hakim, general manager and senior vice president, eHealth. Pharmaceutical manufacturers face growing pressure from legislators, employers and consumers to control prescription drug costs, which have increased by as much as 15 percent between 2008 and 2016.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 25, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Careers that combine specialized skills in health care and data are on the rise. It is estimated that by 2030 healthcare-related jobs could grow by 80 million to 130 million, and equipping these health workers with the latest technology and data skills is critical.
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Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 29, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Danny Allan, vice president of product strategy, Veeam. The healthcare industry is in the midst of a transformation with the widespread use of electronic health records (EHR), the increasing reliance on connected devices, and the move to cloud infrastructures.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 26, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. As the country’s baby boomer population continues to age, the healthcare industry is gearing up for a whole new level of demand that it has never before gone through. With greater numbers of people requiring doctor visits and hospital care, the industry is looking for ways to be even more productive and efficient to ensure […].
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 26, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ken Lynch, founder, Reciprocity Labs. Agile companies do things faster and efficiently. In agile development, lean startup models apply agile methods to build high-quality systems that meet any industry, regulatory and other relevant standards such as HIPAA and remain “audit ready.
Electronic Health Reporter
MARCH 25, 2019
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. A new study reveals that more than half of hourly employees say their current role prevents them from maximizing their full potential at work. The new research from WorkJam found that 61 percent of employees cite scheduling and communication pain points as reasons for leaving.
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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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