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4 Tips for Training Your Staff Through Telehealth Implementation

AMD Telemedicine

This blog was originally published in September 2020 and was updated in August 2023. Over the past decade, telehealth has become increasingly popular as a means to provide care to patients. However, the adoption of telehealth services has become more of a priority for healthcare providers since the onset of the pandemic. In fact, according to a GoodRx survey, over 60% of physicians and nurses plan on using telehealth in combination with in-person visits in the future.

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15 Years Later: The State of Electronic Health Records

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Baha Zeidan, CEO, Azalea Health. The push to develop and deploy electronic health records (EHRs) over the past 15 years has brought many changes to the healthcare industry, but the work to fully realize […] The article 15 Years Later: The State of Electronic Health Records appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Patients Don’t Trust Big Tech with Personal Health Information Much Preferring Healthcare Providers as Data Stewards

Health Populi

Nearly all patients are concerned about their medical records getting leaked or breached, which is The State of Patient Privacy , the title of a consumer study from Health Gorilla with a headline finding that “Patients don’t trust Big Tech with their health data.” With trust the “backbone” of health information exchange, Health Gorilla calls out, we have to face a big challenge here as health care enters its own sort of industrial revolution embedded AI and data an

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Harnessing the power of code interpreters in health care: a look at ChatGPT’s new feature and HIPAA compliance

KevinMD

In the rapidly evolving health care landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is making significant strides, transforming how we approach patient care, medical research, and health care operations. One such advancement is the introduction of code interpreters in AI systems, such as the one recently introduced in ChatGPT. This powerful feature opens up many … Read more… Harnessing the power of code interpreters in health care: a look at ChatGPT’s new feature and HIPAA compliance o

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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CIO Podcast – Episode 59: Data Privacy with Rob McDonald

Healthcare IT Today

For the 59th episode of the CIO podcast hosted by Healthcare IT Today, we are joined by Rob McDonald, SVP of Strategy and Field CPO at Virtru and former CIO with Colin Hung replacing John Lynn on the episode. We kick off this episode with a discussion on data privacy. Where should healthcare organizations start and what are some cost-effective strategies that won’t break the bank to implement?

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The Doctor Will See You Now…At Home? The AMA Launches a Health at Home Framework

Health Populi

An aging U.S. population with a preference for growing older at home — and a fiscally challenging health care financing outlook — are setting the demographic and financial table for the shift of medical care to peoples’ homes discussed in The State of Health at Home Models: Key Considerations and Opportunities , published by the American Medical Association (AMA).

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Medanta launches tele-ICU service with GE Healthcare

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Medanta, a private healthcare provider group in India, has introduced a 24/7 remote and virtual service for patients in the ICU. It has partnered with GE HealthCare to launch the Medanta e-ICU Command Centre which will provide 24/7 advanced consultation, care, and near-real-time monitoring of critically ill patients "without having to physically transfer them to a super-specialty hospital.

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Industry Voices—Let's treat loneliness like other public health crises

FierceHealthIT

A silent and grossly underserved epidemic of loneliness is affecting 60% of all America | Numerous experts have called attention to our loneliness epidemic, describing its negative health impact as similar to “smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

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Butterfly Network announces reorganization after 3.8% drop in revenue in Q2

Mobi Health News

The company reported second-quarter revenue of $18.5 million with a net loss of $28.7 million, alongside operating expenses totaling $42.2 million.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Imprivata, PFH Technology win contract to supply Irish Healthcare Services

DigitalHealth

Imprivata and regional partner PFH Technology Group have won a national contract to deliver Imprivata OneSign to healthcare organisations across Ireland.

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Vendor notebook: Amazon Clinic now offers telehealth nationwide, Philips co-designs a custom virtual care platform

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Whether at home, on vacation or in the hospital, patients and care providers want access to innovative technologies that can expedite the delivery of medical advice, prescriptions, referrals and action when it is needed most. Virtual care technologies and artificial intelligence are helping health systems and healthcare retailers to improve care delivery.

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Data breach exposes information on 1.7M Oregon Health Plan members

FierceHealthIT

State officials are urging members of the Oregon Health Plan to monitor their credit accounts as personal data on nearly 1.7 members was exposed as part of a massive data breach into a contractor.< | State officials are urging members of the Oregon Health Plan to monitor their credit accounts as personal data on nearly 1.7 members was exposed as part of a massive data breach into a contractor.

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TytoCare scores $49M to explore further use cases of its AI technology

Mobi Health News

The round brings the virtual care company's total raise to $205 million.

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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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Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts and go lives 

DigitalHealth

Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts and go lives features Jersey General Hospital's launch of its Maxims EPR and news from Dudley Group.

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The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic expands its digital and virtual care strategy

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The Cleveland Clinic and telemedicine technology and services vendor Amwell famously partnered to create The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic , which provides virtual second opinions and now other healthcare offerings. Recently, the two organizations have been discussing an overarching digital strategy, as well as how healthcare provider organizations need to be working to create a differentiated virtual care experience – a competitive one.

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LGBTQ+ adults more likely to delay, avoid care, Healthgrades survey finds

FierceHealthIT

LGBTQ+ adults are less likely than cisgender, heterosexual adults to have had health screenings in the past year and are more likely to have skipped care, a new survey has found. | In the past year, 25% of LGBTQ+ adults did not have any health screenings, compared to 20% of cisgender, heterosexual adults.

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HIMSS, Informa Markets ink deal to enhance HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition

Mobi Health News

Informa Markets will manage the massive health technology conference, while HIMSS will continue overseeing content and programming.

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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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Why Are So Many Healthcare Companies Still Being Breached?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Terry Ray, SVP, Data Security GTM, and Field CTO at Imperva Despite satisfying regulatory requirements, 93% of healthcare organizations have experienced a data breach within the past three years and 57% have been breached more than five times over that span. The alarming frequency and severity of these breaches leave many wondering why.

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rpavirtual powers virtual fracture clinic in far western NSW

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The Far West Local Health District in New South Wales is the latest to try out a virtual fracture clinic service powered by the Royal Prince Alfred Virtual Hospital. Facilitated and implemented by the physiotherapy staff of Broken Hill Health Service in partnership with the Sydney LHD, the virtual clinic provides follow-up care for referred patients with specific uncomplicated fractures.

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Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs inks partnership with pharmacy navigation startup Scripta

FierceHealthIT

Scripta Insights, a digital health company focused on pharmacy navigation, is teaming up with Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company to bring transparent drug pricing to patients. | Scripta will integrate Cost Plus Drugs’ discounted pricing into its platform to help members understand their medication options.

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Microsoft, Duke Health form Duke Health AI Innovation Lab and Center of Excellence

Mobi Health News

The organizations will evaluate the potential of generative AI and cloud technology to improve healthcare.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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AI can be used safely in breast cancer screening – Lancet study

DigitalHealth

Artificial intelligence can be safely used to improve the accuracy of screening of mammography results, according to a study in The Lancet Oncology.

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These Three Things Can Bring EHRs to the Next Level

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Mark Pratt , Chief Medical Officer at Altera Digital Health The patient quietly sits while her physician delves into the data stored in her electronic health record, combing through different screens for specific information. It takes longer than both expect, precious minutes that diminish the available time for an actual conversation about the patient’s health status and the physician’s recommendations.

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Street medicine programs, armed with tech, extend the reach of medical care to those without housing

FierceHealthIT

This week, enforcement of San Diego’s new homeless encampment ba | Street medicine entails delivering medical care to those without housing or living in poverty, whether on the streets or in shelters. Such programs have been shown to provide significant cost savings and be a cost-effective way to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in underserved populations—particularly as Medicaid redeterminations threaten many individuals' access to care.

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Wolters Kluwer, Unbound Medicine announce mobile drug guide for nurses

Mobi Health News

The partners are releasing a mobile app containing a digital version of the drug guide, the Lippincott Nursing Drug Handbook, complete with FDA updates.

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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.

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AI in pathology: We need to start with ‘easier’ cases and grow to maturity

DigitalHealth

Artificial intelligence has huge potential in pathology.

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The Healing Touch: Exploring the Benefits of Massage for Muscle Recovery

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

In the domain of health and fitness, ‘muscle recovery’ is a phrase that’s often mentioned. It’s a critical element of any exercise routine, but it’s frequently underappreciated or misunderstood. Whether you’re an accomplished athlete, a weekend enthusiast, or a beginner in fitness, grasping and applying effective muscle recovery strategies is essential for preserving health and […] The post The Healing Touch: Exploring the Benefits of Massage for Muscle

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Generation Z says gun violence, racism, climate change affecting mental health

FierceHealthIT

Large-scale sociopolitical issues are causing negative mental health effects on the country’s younger population. | Society's biggest problems, like racism and gun violence, are wearing on the mental health of the country's youngest demographic.