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Posted on Wednesday February 16, 2022 | healthcare, mobile apps, health apps, wearable technology, mhealth, patients, recommended
Wearable tech and mobile apps are great examples of innovations that significantly improve patient care. As a healthcare provider, you’ve likely had patients ask you about which healthcare apps and wearable technology they should be using. Here are the things you need to consider when making a recommendation.
Posted on Friday October 01, 2021 | bi, business intelligence, healthcare, data analysis, hospital readmission rate
Business intelligence (BI) has fueled the growth of many businesses through the years, especially in the finance and manufacturing industries. Today, BI and big data also benefit healthcare businesses that are aiming to improve their processes and lower their readmission rates.
Posted on Wednesday September 08, 2021 | it, healthcare, hipaa, ephi, medical office, phi, data regulations, hipaa compliant, medical practice, phi notice
Medical records are private and their exposure could lead to negative consequences such as social stigma and job discrimination. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects these data and grants patients the right to view their own health information so that they can enjoy more control over their care. Healthcare practices must therefore make sure that they have all their bases covered when it comes to HIPAA compliance. Below are four of the most important factors to consider.
Posted on Monday August 02, 2021 | facebook, social media, healthcare, privacy, hipaa, medical, compliance
HIPAA was established to protect the privacy of medical providers and their patients. And while there are no specific guidelines when it comes to social media usage in healthcare, every healthcare organization must implement security protocols that adhere to privacy policies.
Posted on Monday July 12, 2021 | healthcare, medical records, ehr, electronic health records, patient care, paper records, ehr software, ehr system
Numerous digital advancements enable healthcare organizations to address several key industry challenges, such as safeguarding medical records and providing better care management for patients. Electronic health records (EHRs), in particular, allow quick access to patient records, helping healthcare organizations diagnose patients more effectively, reduce medical errors, and provide safer care. However, with these valuable benefits come potential drawbacks, including increased maintenance costs and privacy concerns.
Posted on Friday June 18, 2021 | security, healthcare, encryption, internet of things, iot, electronic healthcare records, intrusion prevention systems, mfa, multifactor authentication
From mobile apps that keep track of daily medication to smart operating room systems, the Internet of Things (IoT) is delivering greater convenience and functionality to healthcare practitioners and patients alike. However, the proliferation of IoT devices also brings new risks, vulnerabilities, and security challenges.