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3 Key Benefits of eConsults: A Doctor’s Perspective

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Emilie de Ocampo, MD, pediatrician, Golden Valley Health Centers. As primary care providers (PCPs), we’re increasingly trying to manage total patient care for more patients and facing worsening challenges in ensuring our patients can access the care they need.

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VA efforts to bring tablet-based telehealth to vets see positive results

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Two recent studies indicate a plan by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to use distributed tablet devices to provide telehealth benefits to patients is working. WHAT HAPPENED. A JAMIA Open study published in August concluded the initiative successfully reached veterans in rural areas and patients with mental health conditions, while a separate study published by Psychiatric Services found the VA’s efforts also led to improved clinical efficiency.

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At Health 2.0, new technologies, new ideas 'storming the battlements'

Mobi Health News

The conversation isn't just about apps anymore – it's about robust, patient-centered platforms that are changing the calculus for care delivery in a consumer-centered age.

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#HITsm celebrates #NHITWeek – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 9/20 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by Ashley Dauwer (@amariedauwer) on the topic “#HITsm celebrates #NHITWeek” Next week, Sept. 23 – 27, 2019, is U.S. National Health IT Week (#NHITWeek) — a weeklong celebration of […].

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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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How HIPAA Is Undermining IT and AI’s Potential To Make Healthcare Better

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By John Schneider, chief technology officer, Apixio. Signed into law nearly a quarter century ago, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has not aged well in the information technology world. HIPAA itself is largely misunderstood.

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Worrying About Possible Recession Compels Health Consumers to Seek Less Care

Health Populi

Four in ten U.S. patients said the state of the economy changes how often they seek health care, according to a new study from TransUnion , the credit agency that operates in the health care finance space. Nearly two-thirds of patients said that knowing their out-of-pocket expenses in advance of receiving health care services influenced the likelihood of their seeking care.

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By embracing biomarkers, 'empathetic technology' can address health issues unbeknownst to its users

Mobi Health News

At Health 2.0, Dolby Labs' Dr. Poppy Crum painted a future of ubiquitous sensors and data-driven health interventions.

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What is Considered a HIPAA Breach in 2019?

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Marty Puranik, co-founder, Atlantic.Net. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a bill passed initially in 1996, consists of a set of rules and regulations that protect the privacy and security of health information and provide individuals with certain rights to their health information.

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Improving the consumer healthcare experience

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Population Health Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Improving the consumer healthcare experience Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition

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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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Prelude to Health 2.0 2019: Thinking Consumers At the Center of Digital Health Transformation

Health Populi

“Digital transformation” is the corporate strategy flavor of the moment across industries, and the health are sector isn’t immune from the trend. As this 13th year of the annual Health 2.0 Conference kicks off this week, I’m focused on finding digital health innovations that engage people — consumers, caregivers, patients, health citizens all.

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New “Launch Health” Accelerator in Kansas City

Healthcare IT Today

Nueterra Capital recently selected 6 companies for their Launch Health Accelerator that’s located in Kansas City. To learn more about this new accelerator and the companies involved, we talked with Don Peterson, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the Launch Health Accelerator. What’s the genesis behind creating the accelerator? Who’s behind it?

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7 Healthcare Technology Trends Every Practice Owner Needs to Keep an Eye On

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Over the last few years, hospitals and healthcare practices throughout the country have started adopting new technology that helps them provide better care to their patients and make life easier for their employees. For example, 64 percent of physicians now send electronic messages to their patients via text or email.

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Sana Health takes home VentureConnect award for wearable, non-drug pain relief tech

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Mobile Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Sana Health takes home VentureConnect award for wearable, non-drug pain relief tech Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition

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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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Sanofi targets digital by cutting new deals with Abbott, Happify

Mobi Health News

Sanofi's deal with Abbott will be focusing on the diabetes space, while its deal with Happify will be looking at treating MS symptoms using a digital therapeutic.

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Sepsis Quality Care: How Is the U.S. Performing?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Anne Dabrow Woods, DNP, RN, CRNP, ANP-BC, AGACNP-BC, FAAN, Chief Nurse, Health Learning, Research & Practice, Wolters Kluwer. Sepsis affects 1.5 million people in the U.S. annually, and it is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, attributing over $20 billion in annual hospital fees. As hospitals and […].

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Despite Brightness, The Picture For AI in Healthcare Looks Blurred

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Adarsh Jain, editor, Transparency Market Research. A rosy picture is always a tricky perception. Artificial Intelligence or AI as it is known, is also very similar. Research publications are inundated with the findings that integrate AI with industry for better outcomes.

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Infermedica awarded VentureConnect prize for interoperable triage tech

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Patient Engagement Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Infermedica awarded VentureConnect prize for interoperable triage tech Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition

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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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Investing in your own disruptor: The opportunities and challenges of strategic investing

Mobi Health News

At Health 2.0 Venture Connect, strategic investors from Providence St. Joseph Health, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Johnson & Johnson reflect on their experiences.

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Fostering Clinical Follow-Through: Engaging Providers in Value-Based Model Adoption

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Sanjay Seth, Executive Vice President at HealthEC. Healthcare leaders charged with implementing population health management programs view the value-based care initiative as a tectonic shift in how healthcare will be delivered in the years to come. Their biggest struggle? Convincing providers that their efforts signify more than […].

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Changing Priorities of Next Generation HIEs

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Dr. Chris Hobson, chief medical officer, Orion Health. For nearly a decade, Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) have been looking for their long-term sustainable business model. This is part of the journey toward the future state of the HIE, which will be a ubiquitous healthcare utility that makes data available to all stakeholders across the […].

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Infermedica awarded VentureConnect prize for interoperable triage tech

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Patient Engagement Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Infermedica awarded VentureConnect prize for interoperable triage tech Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Europe/UK

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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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Mango Health acquired by pharma service TrialCard

Mobi Health News

TrialCard will acquire Mango's patient adherence and engagement app as part of the deal.

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The Lights and Darks of Transparency, in a New Book about Health Care

Healthcare IT Today

The health care field is notoriously inscrutable, leading many reformers to hope that we can lower costs, improve communications, and inform policy by wrenching open health care’s closeted areas. These hopes became the focus of the latest anthology coming out of the Petrie-Flom Center of Harvard Law School, titled Transparency in Health and Health Care […].

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Not Just A Band-Aid: Medical Centers Across The Country Take On Cybersecurity

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Pedro Vidal, vice president, Cylance. It’s no secret that cyberattacks are escalating, rising in tandem with the growing sophistication of technology. One industry that has taken a massive hit by cyberattacks in recent years is the healthcare industry.

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ECFMG Hearing on Irregular Behavior? Follow Our Tips On Protecting Your Rights and Preparing

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 If you are one of those unlucky individuals who have been accused of irregular behavior by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), then it is extremely important for you to know this information. ECFMG hearings on irregular behavior are almost always held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before a large committee appointed to hear such cases.

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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.