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VA seeing substantial growth in telehealth, key patient engagement tools

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The U.S. Department of veterans affairs has been making major investments in innovating its technology and infrastructure in recent years. There's the massive electronic health record modernization , of course, but also everything from a new National Artificial Intelligence Institute to an Apple Health Records rollout to a project focused on tablet-based telehealth.

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How Are Virtual Hospitals Changing The Future of Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Rapidly advancing technology has made its presence felt in many branches of the healthcare sector, causing dramatic and drastic changes. Healthcare professionals today rely on technology in many different ways – from maintaining documents and keeping records to optimizing patient out-times and remote treatments.

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Theme parks have a lot to teach healthcare systems about patient experience

Mobi Health News

There's no shortage of logistical crossovers between these industries, but so far museums, zoos and other amusements have had much more success when designing positive consumer experiences.

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True or False: Your Patients’ Health Data Is Protected by Privacy Rights?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Deborah Hsieh, Chief Policy & Strategy Officer at Ciox. When most of your patients hear “health data rights,” they likely think of HIPAA, or the long forms they rarely read in their doctors’ offices. What they may take for granted is the protections for health data that covered […].

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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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NIST, MITRE offer cybersecurity tips for telehealth deployments

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As telehealth and remote patient monitoring gain favor across healthcare, there's a critical component that providers should keep top-of-mind: cybersecurity. At HIMSS20, Jennifer Cawthra, healthcare sector lead at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and Sue Wang, principal cybersecurity engineer at The MITRE Corporation, will offer their perspective on cyber risks associated with telehealth remote patient monitoring – and strategies to safeguard against them.

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Fitbit user data could be key to swifter population flu tracking

Mobi Health News

By combining prior CDC data with heart rate and sleep measurements, Scripps developed a new disease tracking model that they say could deliver speedy and accurate estimates.

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Income Inequality is Fostering Mis-Trust, the Edelman 2020 Trust Barometer Observes

Health Populi

Economic development has historically built trust among nations’ citizens. But in developed, wealthier parts of the world, like the U.S., “a record number of countries are experiencing an all-time high ‘mass-class’ trust divide,” according to the 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer. For 20 years, Edelman has released its annual Trust Barometer every year at the World Economic Forum in Davos, recognizing the importance of trust in the global economy and society.

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Using digital technology to impact health behavior change

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Patient Engagement Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Using digital technology to impact health behavior change Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition HOT @HIMSS:

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The Doctor Won’t See You Now: The Unintended and Perhaps Inevitable Consequences of Medicare-for-All

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ken Perez, vice president of healthcare policy, Omnicell, Inc. “If you like your healthcare plan, you can keep it,” President Barack Obama famously said—many times—of his landmark Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. But the promise was impossible to keep.

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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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Implementing innovation with ethics in mind

Mobi Health News

Susannah Rose, director of patient experience research at the Cleveland Clinic will be talking about ways to use tech and improve care at HIMSS20.

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Physicians in America – Too Many Burned Out, Depressed, and Not Getting Support

Health Populi

Some one in three physicians is burned out, according to the Medscape’s National Physician Burnout & Suicide Report. The subtitle, “The Generational Divide,” tells a bit part of the subtext of this annual report that’s always jarring and impactful for both its raw numbers and implications for both patient care and the larger health care system in America.

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IoT: A Promising Prescription for Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Rob Mesirow, Partner and Connected Solutions/IoT Leader at PwC. Though the Internet of Things (IoT) is proving its value in many industries, perhaps the most significant benefits to consumers can be found in healthcare. Here’s a prime example: Health organizations can deploy IoT to remotely monitor patients’ blood […].

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Top 7 Tips to Build the Ultimate Patient Room of the Future

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Robin Cavanagh, chief technology officer, GetWellNetwork. We’ve come so far in the medical field, from a treatment perspective. Over the past twenty years, major breakthroughs have occurred in all aspects of the healthcare industry, from pharmaceuticals to minimally invasive surgery.

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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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Verily Study Watch picks up new 510(k) for irregular pulse monitoring

Mobi Health News

A newly published notice from the FDA suggests a new capability for the Alphabet subsidiary's clinical research wearable.

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Supporting tech used in the clinical community

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Workforce Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Supporting tech used in the clinical community Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Asia Pacific HOT @HIMSS:

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Can Facebook Place Itself At The Center of Health Data Collection?

Healthcare IT Today

This is the tale of a quiet effort by Facebook to take over (more of) our lives, in this case by sliding laterally into the healthcare business and collecting data on our medical habits. What I’m about to share draws on a story appearing in The Atlantic laying out how Facebook might be able to […].

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Digital Marketing Solutions For Eye Centers

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Though vision is one of the most important of all five senses combined, most people don’t think about their eye health until something goes wrong. Each year, millions of people are diagnosed with vision problems and eye diseases that alter their way of life.

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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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Babylon unveils 10-year partnership with NHS trust to create ‘integrated digital health system’

Mobi Health News

The introduction of Babylon's technology will mean quicker access to treatment for patients, the partners said.

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Individualized Learning Benefits the Employee and the Healthcare Organization

HealthStream

Individualizing training to each learner’s needs is where performance-guided learning has such appeal. By assessing an employee’s performance and then connecting it with how he or she learns and develops, an entirely new approach to workforce education is possible.

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Creating a Consumer-Friendly Approach to Patient Financial Engagement: 3 Strategies

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Nick Davis, The SSI Group We wouldn’t expect to order a meal from a restaurant without knowing the price. So why do so many providers struggle to get these conversations right in healthcare? A recent survey shows 91 percent of consumers believe healthcare prices should be as readily available […].

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Critical Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Operating Systems

Colington Consulting HIPAA Blog

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued guidance regarding vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. If your organization manages all IT related services in-house and utilizes Mi.

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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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Fitbit user data could be key to swifter population flu incidence tracking

Mobi Health News

By combining prior CDC data with heart rate and sleep measurements, Scripps developed a new disease tracking model that they say could deliver speedy and accurate estimates.

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10 Most Popular All-Time HealthStream Blog Posts in 2019

HealthStream

Here are the 10 most popular HealthStream blog posts in 2019, regardless of when they were published. Most appear to be connected back to nursing and its intersection with lifelong learning.

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Healthcare CIOs See Superior Tech Support As A Must-Have

Healthcare IT Today

For many healthcare organizations, software vendor tech support is a necessary evil. Sure, some readers of this site may have a great working relationship with their vendors’ tech support department, too many others are usually on the verge of collapse. This lack of support is freaking out front-line users. In fact, according to a newly-released […].

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Got a Letter From the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Secretariat Accusing You of Irregular Behavior on the November 2019 Step 2 CS Exam? You Need Legal Help!

The Health Law Firm

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Have you recently received a letter from the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Secretariat or the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) accusing you of irregular behavior? We have recently been made aware of letters being sent out in January to a number of those who took the Step 2 CS Exam in Houston.

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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.