E-CareManagement

JANUARY 22, 2020

Some have called on policymakers to extend HIPAA to cover mHealth apps and other online platforms. In the latest post in our series — “The Health Data Goldilocks Dilemma: Sharing? ” — Deven McGraw and I argue that extending HIPAA is not a viable solution. By Susannah Fox, September 19, 2019.

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E-CareManagement

JUNE 27, 2021

The McKinsey “2,750 times” statistic is a pretty good proxy for the amount of your personal health data that is NOT protected by HIPAA and currently is broadly unprotected from sharing and use by third parties. Read the rest of our article on The Health Care Blog.

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E-CareManagement

JUNE 27, 2021

In the previous post of our series we described the “ Wild West of Unprotected Health Data.”. Will the cavalry arrive to protect the vast quantities of your personal health data that are broadly unprotected from sharing and use by third parties? Read the full post on The Health Care Blog.

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Health Populi

APRIL 30, 2018

Three-fourths of healthcare providers experienced a data breach in 2017, according to the HIMSS 2018 Cybersecurity Survey. Health data insecurity is the new normal. I explain th e current state of cybersecurity and health data insecurity in a new HIMSS blog linked here. You can read the full HIMSS blog here.

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E-CareManagement

JUNE 27, 2021

While there have been many events on interoperability and data sharing, what’s unique here is our focus on the BUSINESS rationale for health data sharing. • Hoarding data is not only bad for business but can be catastrophic in a crisis. This shift creates a business imperative to share information, not to hoard it.

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E-CareManagement

OCTOBER 19, 2020

While there have been many events on interoperability and data sharing, what’s unique here is our focus on the BUSINESS rationale for health data sharing. • Hoarding data is not only bad for business but can be catastrophic in a crisis. This shift creates a business imperative to share information, not to hoard it.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

APRIL 12, 2019

Behavioral Health Vendor Data Breach Affects 67,000 A behavioral health practice based out of Springfield, Missouri has notified 67,493 patients of a data breach involving their medical data. The breach occurred in August of 2018–however, what makes this behavioral health … Read more.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 16, 2023

A February 2023 report published by researcher Joanne Kim outlines the results of a two-month study of how data brokers sell sensitive data mental health data collected from mHealth mental health apps. A 2019 study documented that 20% of LatinX smartphone users were more likely to use a health app than Caucasians.

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Health Populi

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

“Google’s ‘Project Nightingale’ Gathers Personal Health Data on Millions of Americans,” the Wall Street Journal reported in today’s paper and on the WSJ.com website. Here’s the link to our post here on Health Populi, from July 1, 2019.

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 31, 2024

ONC released its Draft 2024-2030 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan and is accepting public comments on the document until May 28. QuickBlox released a HIPAA-compliant chatbot approved for use with OpenAI.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The following is a guest blog post by Justin Campbell, Vice President, Strategy, at Galen Healthcare Solutions. Purging Guidelines & Criteria HIPAA privacy rules do not address medical record retention requirements, and the guidelines from several states and the federal government are ambiguous at best.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Healthcare providers can now use advanced medical devices to track important health data. This blog will discuss how RPM is transforming healthcare by enabling real-time tracking of vital health data like blood oxygen, heart rate, and blood pressure. These conditions often need regular checks of health data.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

APRIL 19, 2023

Among them was a depiction of the medical caduceus and the term “HIPAA.” ” Full details are available on the FTC Business Blog website. The report also explained that HIPAA regulations may not be as clear as needed for health apps if covered entities such as clinicians are not involved.

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Connected Health Initiative

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Murphy’s background in medicine and his position on the House Ways and Means Committee, which handles both health and technology issues, makes him uniquely positioned to understand the existing protections for sensitive health data and the ways those protections can be improved.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

OCTOBER 7, 2024

That’s where Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Real-Time Health Data Streaming come in. These technologies are revolutionizing modern healthcare, making it easier to manage chronic health conditions through EHR data integration. Learn more about how disease management programs streamline this process.

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Xealth

JANUARY 18, 2024

In a previous blog post, I explained the side door concept as the tendency of patients to seek lower-value services outside their primary care network. Integrate with Wearables and Health Apps Over one-third of adults use digital health apps and wearables in 2023. That door, as we all know, serves as an entry and an exit.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 13, 2022

Value is added to the patients’ care experience through the use of Connected Health Technology, telemedicine, and other advancements in healthcare. DrKumo , a leader of massively scalable remote patient monitoring (RPM), uses AI to analyze patient-generated health data being collected through sensor fusion-equipped medical devices.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 14, 2019

Earlier this month, I wrote a blog item laying out some of the problems Epic is facing in getting its clients to share de-identified patient data among themselves. In sum, I concluded that while it might have the right idea, getting providers to pony up their data is no picnic. Of late, Epic has been […].

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E-CareManagement

OCTOBER 19, 2018

I couldn’t believe it a physician health care provider professional explaining to me the philosophy of that health system.”. Read the full article at The Health Care Blog. The post Hoarding Patient Data is a Lousy Business Strategy: 7 Reasons Why appeared first on e-CareManagement blog.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 2, 2023

HIPAA vs HIPPA – Fun Friday – I’m glad some humor made the top list since I enjoy humor as much or more than the next person. Are Blogs Still Worthwhile? Clean, Usable Health Data and the Impact of Sharing Data with Partners. It is fascinating to see how we thought about Facebook and healthcare in 2014.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

JULY 8, 2024

This fragmentation hinders the efficient sharing and analysis of patient data. Data Security and Privacy Concerns The sensitive nature of health data necessitates stringent security measures. Regulatory compliance: Navigating the complex regulatory landscape is simplified with DrKumo’s RPM solution.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 18, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission released an updated Mobile Health Apps Tool created with input from ONC, OCR, and the FDA. CB Insights released its Digital Health 150 list , with companies focused on remote monitoring and diagnostics taking 29 of the spots.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Chronic Care Management (CCM) offers a structured approach that allows providers to foster stronger patient engagement, boost satisfaction, and achieve better overall health outcomes. This blog explores the keyways in which CCM contributes to these goals, highlighting its impact on the quality of care for those with chronic conditions.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 14, 2024

This innovative approach utilizes various digital tools to gather a comprehensive picture of patient health data outside the clinical setting. By providing a continuous stream of health data, it allows for proactive adjustments to treatment plans, potentially preventing unnecessary hospital admissions.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 1, 2024

This blog will explore how RPM empowers patients with CHF, improves communication with healthcare providers, and ultimately, fosters a better quality of life. RPM utilizes a variety of digital tools to collect health data remotely. Implement robust cybersecurity measures with encryption and secure data storage protocols.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 29, 2024

Disclaimer: This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. Consult a qualified professional before implementing any health management technology or program. The data can include vital signs, weight, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and other significant health metrics.

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Society for Participatory Medicine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

For me personally this isn’t a concern – I call myself a health data nudist. (“I don’t care who sees what.”) The HIPAA privacy rule does not protect things like this. appeared first on SPM Blog. ”) But many people have good reason to not let their privates get out in the wild.

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Lloyd Price

AUGUST 23, 2018

This requires a variety of technical strategies and ongoing collaboration for the industry to converge and embrace emerging standards for healthcare data interoperability, such as HL7 FHIR and the Argonaut Project. The 21st Century Cures Act will make digital health data even more accessible with the call for open APIs.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 31, 2024

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services are revolutionizing chronic disease management, allowing healthcare providers and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to remotely monitor patient health data and intervene proactively. Ongoing Monitoring: Continuously monitor patient data and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

OCTOBER 29, 2024

RPM involves the use of medical devices to monitor vital signs and health data, allowing healthcare providers to monitor patients in real time from the comfort of their homes. By offering RPM as part of a comprehensive CCM approach, DrKumo enables patients to manage their health from the comfort of their homes.

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American Well

MARCH 17, 2016

Apple Health: Apple Health, or Apple HealthKit, is a preinstalled app on Apple Watch and all iOS8 devices that contains an easy-to-read dashboard for a person’s fitness and health data. All of the systems that operate using American Well are private, secure and HIPAA-compliant.

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American Well

MARCH 17, 2016

Apple Health: Apple Health, or Apple HealthKit, is a preinstalled app on Apple Watch and all iOS8 devices that contains an easy-to-read dashboard for a person’s fitness and health data. All of the systems that operate using American Well are private, secure and HIPAA-compliant.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In this blog, we explore how RPM works to decrease hospitalizations and why it’s becoming an essential tool in chronic care management. The ability to track their own health metrics, combined with the security of receiving regular feedback from healthcare providers, contributed to a sense of reassurance and reduced anxiety.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

AUGUST 22, 2024

Among the most transformative trends is the rise of remote patient monitoring (RPM), a technology that allows healthcare providers to track patients’ health data in real-time without needing in-person visits. As we move deeper into 2024, RPM and other digital health innovations are reshaping the landscape of healthcare delivery.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 7, 2024

Understanding RPM and its Benefits RPM utilizes digital technologies to collect medical and health data from patients from wherever they are – their homes, on vacation, etc. – With Medicare’s evolving policies, understanding how these changes impact coverage is crucial for patients and providers alike.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

AUGUST 19, 2024

Challenges and Solutions in Remote Monitoring for Hypertension Data Security and Privacy Concerns The transmission and storage of health data raise significant security and privacy concerns. Ensuring robust encryption and compliance with regulations like HIPAA is essential to protect patient information.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

AUGUST 15, 2024

Compliance with laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is crucial to protect patient privacy and secure health data. Healthcare providers must implement robust security measures, such as encryption and secure data storage, to prevent data breaches and unauthorized access.

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