Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Confidence in remote care technology is gaining traction in the United States, with a survey finding 56 percent of Americans currently monitor their health with at least one digital data collection tool. The study of 3,000 people, conducted by cloud-connected device and health IT software provider ResMed, found six in 10 respondents have diagnosed themselves after browsing symptoms on the internet – that number climbs to just over three-quarters (76 percent) among Millennials.

Doctors 114

Doctors 114

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 22, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Robert Annas, chief operating officer, Eagle Telemedicine. Telemedicine is a booming industry. Hundreds of companies are providing virtual physician visits via videoconferencing technology to individuals at home, at school and in the office. A segment of this market consists of companies that provide telemedicine services to hospitals, so patients can get virtual bedside care from […].

Telemedicine 101

Telemedicine Hospitals 101

Health Populi

OCTOBER 24, 2019

“Bold thinking is great. Bold doing is better,” Dr. Eric Topol introduced his talk yesterday at Medecision’s Liberation 2019 conference. I have the opportunity, for which I’m so grateful, of not only attending this meeting but playing a role as a speaker, a sometimes stage “emcee,” and a keynote speaker. And as an attendee, I learn so much from other speakers, fellow attendees, and Medecision staff all sharing perspectives during breakouts and networking break

Doctors 75

Doctors Health Care Access Hospitals Bioethics 75

Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 23, 2019

So much in health care depends on the accurate measurement of costs and quality. Doctors are judged by the costs racked up by their patients. Health care providers in some states are required to post the costs of their procedures online. The entire historic shift from fee-for-service to fee-for-value (that is, judging providers by the […].

Doctors 74

Doctors Hospitals 74

Advertiser: Celo

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.

Hospitals

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 25, 2019

In a panel this past week at the HIMSS Connected Health Conference in Boston, Dr. John Halamka, international healthcare innovation professor at Harvard Medical School, and four other telehealth experts tried to arrive at a definition of just what telehealth is. It's a term that means different things to different people, after all, whether it's a rural patient chatting over an iPad with a doctor in the nearest urban setting, or AI-powered remote monitoring of chronic conditions through

Hospitals 72

Hospitals US Department of Health and Human Services Doctors Telemedicine 72

Health Populi

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Health and our health information are deeply personal. Changing health care and inspiring positive health behaviors is hard to do. But we must and we will, a group of inspiring and inspired people who work across the health/care ecosystem affirmed this week in Dallas at the conference of Medecision Liberation 2019. I was engaged at this conference to wear several hats — as a keynote speaker, a sort of “emcee,” and, finally, to trend-weave the many talks and discussions happening throughout the m

Doctors 69

Doctors Hospitals 69

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 24, 2019

A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that patients had an average of 2.6 more hours a day in their target glucose range compared to their peers using a sensor-augmented pump.

67

67

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Primary topic: Mobile Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Biorithm empowering pregnant women with remote fetal monitoring Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Asia Pacific

65

65

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 25, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. There is no denying that plastic surgeries have gained massive popularity over the past few years. In this digital world, almost everyone who has access to smartphones and the internet is on social media. Social media is different from the reality we all have to agree on this.

79

79

Advertisement

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?

Health Populi

OCTOBER 22, 2019

In the 2019 dictionary next to the word “stress,” we would find variations of a definition all deriving from Americans’ current worries about their money, the economy, and health care costs…then, family responsibilities and jobs. The 7th Annual U.S. Healthcare Consumer Survey from TransAmerica ‘s Center for Health Studies underscores that Americans are “settling in” during a phase of “healthcare uncertainty.” The first chart illustrates the t

Prescription Drug Pricing 54

Prescription Drug Pricing Health Insurance Doctors Governance 54

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 21, 2019

At last week's Connected Health Conference, a panel of VR evangelists turned their eyes toward the bigger hurdles facing VR's potential for success within healthcare.

66

66

Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 24, 2019

We all know that Physician Burnout is a big problem in healthcare. Not only is it impacting physicians, but that has a trickle down effect on patient experience as well. That’s why we see so much focus on how to improve the physician experience. While I’ve seen a lot of great efforts, I’m quickly realizing […].

Hospitals 53

Hospitals 53

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 25, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. UC Riverside’s Wet Lab Incubator has opened its doors to biotech entrepreneurs throughout the Inland Empire. The incubator, a 3,000-square-foot space in the Multidisciplinary Research Building specially outfitted to house startups in the life sciences, agriculture, biotechnology, and medical technologies, is the first of its kind in the region.

79

79

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

Health Populi

OCTOBER 20, 2019

The market for caregiving is growing and the business community has, finally, begun to pay attention. The Washington Post referred to this market as a “gold rush” to design smart shoes, custom razors and technology for the “over-65 crowd.” Caregiving in the U.S. , the seminal report from AARP, estimated that 43,5 million adults in the U.S. had provided unpaid care to an adult or child in the past year, about one in five people being caregivers.

54

54

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Sara Vaezy, chief digital strategy officer at Providence St. Joseph Health, talks to MobiHealthNews about the changing digital landscape and ways to enable positive partnerships.

61

61

Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 25, 2019

New research suggests that health system leaders may not be aware that clinical integration may not be proceeding as they expected. While their plans are likely to call for participation of clinicians in decision-making, in many cases, they aren’t invited to weigh in. This conclusion comes from healthcare consulting firm Acurity and supply chain performance […].

Hospitals 49

Hospitals 49

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 25, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Vital — AI-powered software in hospital emergency rooms — announces its inaugural development partnership with Emory Healthcare. As part of the strategic collaboration, Emory Healthcare becomes a lead research partner in developing and implementing Vital’s software to improve overall efficiency and satisfaction for patients and clinicians across multiple Emory emergency rooms.

Hospitals 79

Hospitals 79

Advertisement

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.

Compliance

Health Populi

OCTOBER 21, 2019

“Listen to your patient; he is telling you the diagnosis,” Dr. William Osler is quoted to have said around the turn of the 20th century. Dr. Osler had been a strong advocate for the physician-patient conversation to inform the doctor’s diagnostic acumen and improve patient outcomes. This year is the centennial of Dr. Osler’s passing, so it’s especially timely that I introduce this post with his legendary assertion in the context of kicking off the 2019 Medecision Liberation conference.

Licensing 48

Licensing Bioethics Doctors 48

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 24, 2019

A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that patients had an average of 2.6 more hours a day in their target glucose range compared to their peers using a sensor-augmented pump.

62

62

Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 24, 2019

If you’re not a diabetic or have never lived with a diabetic loved one, it’s hard to imagine how cumbersome it can be to manage the condition. My husband, for example, must keep a long list of items organized just to do basic self-care, including oral medication, insulin, needles to inject the insulin, a glucometer, […].

Telemedicine 49

Telemedicine 49

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 24, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Dan Potter, vice president of product marketing, Attunity, a division of Qlik. Data is the lifeblood of every hospital and healthcare organization. Without it, doctors can’t access updated patient records for proper treatment; billing departments are unable to correctly process insurance claims; and research teams are limited in their ability to uncover new findings. […].

Doctors 79

Doctors Hospitals HIPAA 79

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.

HIPAA

HealthStream

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Virtual care technologies appear to be a win-win solution for healthcare organizations and for their patients and providers. It is important to understand consumer and physician barriers to the adoption of virtual care technologies in healthcare.

40

40

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 24, 2019

The five-year-old Illinois company offers digital health content middleware in the form of APIs used by Microsoft, MDLive and others.

65

65

Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 21, 2019

The following is a guest article by Sean Vandeweerd, Sr. Product Manager, PointClickCare Technologies Inc. Our healthcare system is approaching a critical time in which an aging population will bring baby boomers into hospitals and post-acute care facilities in record numbers. Combined with the nursing shortage, razor thin margins, the need to reduce hospital readmissions, […].

Nurses 49

Nurses Hospitals 49

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 24, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ramona Ramadas, Arizona State University graduate student — utilizing the resources provided by the HEALab, she launched New Trails Navigators. Over the past decade, technology and its applications continue to impact and advance our everyday lives, from things like smartwatch wearables that track our daily activity and wake us up in the morning […].

79

79

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.