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FDA draft mHeath guidance meets with mixed response
The guidance addresses low-risk general wellness devices.
Jan. 23, 2015 -
AMA coalition calls for big changes to meaningful use program
The coalition believes that meaningful use goals may actually harm patients, or have a "downstream effect on public safety."
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 23, 2015 -
Trendline
Telehealth
Virtual visits remain significantly elevated compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, as patients report high satisfaction with digitally delivered care.
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ONC names its first chief information officer
Dr. Michael James McCoy will develop ONC clinical policy with an emphasis on big data.
Jan. 22, 2015 -
Mayo taps Epic for EHR, revenue cycle management
Jilted in the deal are GE and Cerner.
Jan. 22, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Data attacks on the rise in 2015: How hospitals can manage the risk
How can healthcare organizations mitigate threats?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 22, 2015 -
Healthcare.gov shares consumer data with third parties
The administration says the site's connections to data firms were intended to help improve the consumer experience.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 22, 2015 -
3 key data security issues HITRUST needs to consider
The Health Information Trust Alliance has formed a working group of healthcare execs and IT professionals to examine cybersecurity issues. What should they be considering?
Jan. 22, 2015 -
Study: EHRs make little difference in coordinating care
Despite the fact that more than 70% of US physicians use EHRs, nearly half don't receive the patient information they need.
Jan. 21, 2015 -
Survey: Patients expect providers to interact digitally
Increasingly, consumers consider the convenience of the digital tools a provider offers when selecting a doctor.
Jan. 21, 2015 -
Survey: Execs predict quick return on population health investments
New KPMG analysis shows that 20% of respondents believe that health IT and data investments will deliver returns in just one to two years.
Jan. 21, 2015 -
HITRUST forms group to heighten cybersecurity
Do you really want to entrust security standards to the government?
Jan. 20, 2015 -
Telehealth vendor seized opportunity from Kaiser strike
Telemedicine vendor eTherapi turned the Kaiser mental health worker strike into an opportunity.
Jan. 20, 2015 -
States tightening data security laws
Comfortingly for hospitals, some new legislation includes safe-harbor rules for companies that implement specific data security plans.
By Heather Caspi • Jan. 20, 2015 -
E-prescribing of controlled substances gaining ground
E-prescribing technology can help put the "control" back in controlled substances, but as of 2013, only three in 10 pharmacies were equipped to handle e-prescribing.
Jan. 16, 2015 -
Few doctors use smartphones for EHR access
Why bother? It's easier to just text, physicians say.
By Heather Caspi • Jan. 16, 2015 -
Physician group rips EHRs
The ACP criticized tech companies and regulatory bodies alike for loading down EHRs with requirements that have little to do with patient care.
Jan. 15, 2015 -
Athenahealth acquires Razorinsights to move into hospital market
After two years of planning, athenahealth makes its move into the 50-bed and under sector.
Jan. 15, 2015 -
Deep Dive
4 IT vendors you should be watching in 2015
Our pick for some of the up-and-coming—or poised to falter—health IT names.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 15, 2015 -
Google revealed as partner in defense EHR bid
The tech giant's extensive search engine tools allow "population management in its purest definition."
By Katie Bo Williams • Jan. 15, 2015 -
House bill would shorten Stage 2 reporting to 90 days
Legislators once again picked up the debate over whether Meaningful Use rules should be watered down.
Jan. 14, 2015 -
Does VC involvement undermine interoperability?
While the healthcare industry is desperately seeking interoperability, investors may have the opposite incentive.
Jan. 14, 2015 -
Federal court invalidates substantial EHR patent claim
A patent troll tried to claim the very concept of the EHR was his intellectual property. Several large providers with in-house EHRs can breathe a sigh of relief.
Jan. 13, 2015 -
New York gov. signs telehealth parity into law
Deductibles, co-insurance or other conditions for coverage of telemedicine cannot differ from those for in-person visits.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 13, 2015 -
Survey: Charging patients for EHR access may violate HIPAA
Many providers mimic their individual state's photocopy policy for public records requests, a tactic that would appear to flout HIPAA regulations.
Jan. 12, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Why physicians are increasingly drawn to clinical apps
Two-thirds of physicians report using a mobile app on the job, although finding the right one can involve sifting through dozens of peer recommendations.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 12, 2015
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