Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The following is a guest article by Nagaraj Kuppuswamy, Co-Founder and CEO at Beaconer The healthcare industry has become a major target for cybercriminals in recent years. At the same time, many healthcare networks rely on outdated technology and lack the cybersecurity resources and expertise found in other industries.

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MAY 17, 2023

There are new cybersecurity tools for protecting patient safety that every healthcare organization should know about. Pointing out that institutions usually underinvest in cybersecurity, Decker says that these two new assessment tools can help answer the question: “Does the investment lead to an outcome?”

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 14, 2021

Ransomware attacks continue to plague the healthcare industry. In all, cyberattacks on healthcare more than doubled last year, with ransomware making up 28% of those attacks. But healthcare IT leaders have another cybersecurity challenge to overcome: human error. According to Verizon’s 2021 Data […].

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 25, 2024

The attack kept Change Healthcare’s systems down for three weeks, even prompting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to deploy accelerated payments and loan programs for healthcare organizations affected by the attack, akin to the support deployed during the pandemic. Organizations can, however, leverage AI to fight back.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The incident at Change Healthcare and the downstream impact it had on the entire healthcare sector was yet another wake-up call for the industry. We need to do more to protect the vital healthcare infrastructure and ecosystem. What role does the government have, if any, when it comes to healthcare cybersecurity?

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OCTOBER 25, 2024

In simplest terms, the legislation proposed advanced and accelerated payments to healthcare providers in the event of a cyber incident, if they meet minimum cybersecurity standards determined by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The best way to enforce implementation at healthcare entities is to remove access to U.S.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The mass swaths of health-related data enable healthcare entities to better manage the health of entire populations by helping identify trends and develop strategies based on vast evidence. These are all significant benefits of data sharing in the healthcare sector. They also cause reputational damage. for optimal patient outcomes.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 3, 2024

We asked the Healthcare IT Today community to submit their predictions and we received a wide ranging set of responses that we grouped into a number of themes. Defending against these attacks must be a top priority for healthcare cybersecurity professionals. In 2024, the attack surface will continue to grow.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The following is a guest article by Emmanuelle Hose, Global Vice President of Industry Solutions at Rimini Street The use of AI in the healthcare market is booming , having reached $22,449.3 Meeting compliance and regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA or GDPR, is critical for healthcare organizations. annually through 2030.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The following is a guest article by Tim Bowe, CEO at Full Spectrum Throughout the past few decades, we have seen cycles within the healthcare information systems space related to the pressure associated with changing technologies, but that pressure is now greater than ever before. Integrating AI engines into healthcare systems is critical.

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JANUARY 2, 2025

In February Change Healthcare experienced a cybersecurity incident that crippled electronic payments and medical claims at UnitedHealth Group (Change Healthcares parent company). Healthcare IT Today thought it would be interesting to flip the script on cybersecurity in healthcare. Tell us what you think.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

How the Industries got into Tech Debt Medical devices and custom medical processes undergo strict scrutiny to ensure quality and consumer safety. Technical debt (tech debt), referring to the deferred maintenance and upgrades of a system, is commonly accrued in the healthcare and life sciences industries.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 15, 2025

Securing the Future of Healthcare Through Proactive Cyber Defense Cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector remain a pressing concern, with social engineering, internet-facing devices with KEVs, and third-party risks presenting significant challenges. Additionally, he serves as a member of the HSCC Cyber Working Group.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Last month was Cybersecurity Awareness month which brings a timely reminder for healthcare organizations to prioritize their digital defenses—not just for their own benefit, but for the benefit of the world around them. million—highlighting the importance of cyber resilience in healthcare organizations.

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APRIL 16, 2024

According to Ryan Witt, Vice President, Industry Solutions at Proofpoint, Inc. This interview with Healthcare IT Today took place in the shadow of the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare, which is still preventing thousands of health care providers from receiving payments. Tell us what you think.

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

Welcome to our Healthcare IT Today Weekly Roundup. Each week, well be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why theyre important to the healthcare IT community. Partnering with CIOs has helped them better understand the industry’s needs. Read more… 2025 Predictions: Healthcare Cybersecurity.

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JUNE 27, 2022

For the 91st episode of the Healthcare IT Podcast , we’re doing another edition of our popular Health IT: Buy or Sell. In this episode, we look at four grand statements about something in healthcare IT. Successful cyberattacks in healthcare will decline in 3 years. Prior Authorization is getting better. iHeartRadio.

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MAY 30, 2024

Together, they’re working to further enhance the capabilities of Blackwell’s MHXDR offering, improve access to high-quality cybersecurity for healthcare companies, and further the company’s mission to improve security posture across the healthcare industry as a whole.

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MARCH 11, 2025

To help you sift through this sea of AI, we reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to help us assemble a list of the most promising AI applications for improving patient outcomes and streamlining healthcare operations. The following is what they had to share with us.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The consequences of cyber risks can be incredibly severe as healthcare data is particularly personal and sensitive," said Kelly Rozumalski, secure connected health director at Booz Allen, in a statement to Healthcare IT News. Kat Jercich is senior editor of Healthcare IT News. WHY IT MATTERS. "Large U.S. ON THE RECORD.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

How can healthcare organizations ensure the security and privacy of patient data while managing large volumes of electronic health records (EHRs) ? We reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community for their insights into this question and the following is what they had to share.

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JANUARY 7, 2025

The changes are far overdue as the last revision to the original 2005 HIPAA Security Rule was made in 2013, before the healthcare industry moved to widespread reliance on technology and before many of todays cyber threats were introduced.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

We reached out to our brilliant Healthcare IT Today Community to ask them – what can be done to train your staff from becoming a vulnerability to your healthcare organization? Organizations should not only provide regular cybersecurity training but also make it engaging and relevant by highlighting the latest real-world threats.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

As healthcare becomes more digitized and data is further dispersed between different stakeholders, hospitals, health systems, and EHRs, the industry is at a heightened risk of attack and requires more secure solutions. About HEAL Security HEAL Security is transforming the landscape of healthcare cybersecurity worldwide.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 12, 2024

It’s time for HHS to mandate and enforce rigorous, prescriptive cybersecurity standards. First and foremost, if you’re treating patients, there should be a clear mandate for certain minimum cybersecurity standards. Here I agree – we can use all the help we can get.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 28, 2025

Raj Chopra is the Chief Medical Officer at Merge Merative , a company that offers a wide range of imaging solutions to healthcare organizations. A lack of real-time updates during cyberattacks exacerbates frustration and confusion for healthcare teams. Learn from Other Industries. Communication Gaps Amplify Issues.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The following is a guest article by Jamie Singer , Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting , and Rebecca Ayer Pitt , Managing Director at FTI Consulting The Healthcare Industry is Facing a Cybersecurity Crisis Flashback to early 2020… The healthcare industry enjoyed a brief respite from certain cybersecurity threat actors who vowed not to target (..)

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Healthcare IT Today

MAY 1, 2024

Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is hot topic right now due to the cybersecurity incident at Change Healthcare. To explore this topic, Healthcare IT Today , wanted to ask an executive that works in this area to come on-camera for a “Three Tough Questions” interview. Tell us what you think.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Consulting which looked into the cybersecurity landscape of the region and how policies and other measures apply in the rising remote care segment. WHY IT MATTERS Healthcare cybersecurity frameworks across APAC nations, the report noted, are "not fully adapted" to remote care solutions nor are these harmonised across jurisdictions.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 29, 2024

So, as healthcare embraces digital transformation, what considerations and safeguards are in place to address potential vulnerabilities in connected medical devices and IoT within the healthcare ecosystem? We reached out to our insightful Healthcare IT Today Community with this question and the following is what they had to share.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Identifying and bouncing back from ransomware attacks is a well-documented challenge across industries: One report found that 87 percent of organizations experience difficulties related to ransomware and malware protection with their current IT infrastructure.

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MARCH 11, 2024

Constitution as one of the original agencies," she told top healthcare cybersecurity leaders there to discuss the best cybersecurity practices and strategies to secure data and ultimately protect healthcare delivery. Andrea Fox is senior editor of Healthcare IT News. system of weights and measures.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Healthcare IT Today has been a partner with the HCP Conferences for a while now, but this week was the first time I was able to attend in person. He was founder of Cynergistek which recently sold to Clearwater so Mac could finally start his retirement where he’s still researching and following the healthcare security industry.

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 28, 2025

The following is a guest article by Mike Hale, Principal Solutions Engineer at EchoStor The healthcare industry finds itself in an increasingly precarious position. While it remains one of the most attractive targets for cybercriminals, it continues to trail behind other sectors in implementing robust cybersecurity measures.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 10, 2024

For example, in 2023, the healthcare sector suffered the most ransomware attacks among U.S. This unprecedented rise in cyber attacks across the healthcare industry comes as no surprise as there are a number of factors that make hospitals, doctor’s offices, and large healthcare systems attractive to threat actors.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 7, 2024

The following is a guest article by Trevor Dearing, Director of Critical Infrastructure Solutions at Illumio We’re not even halfway through 2024, and the healthcare industry has already suffered over 250 breaches that exposed the sensitive health information of over 32 million individuals.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

The following is a guest article by Peter Newton, Senior Director of Products and Solutions at Fortinet Personal medical and financial data is incredibly valuable, which is why healthcare organizations are high-value targets for cybercriminals. Zero-trust security strategies have emerged as a strong way to reduce the risk of a data breach.

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