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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 -
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Interoperability is a long term-challenge for the healthcare industry, but the Trump administration has big ambitions to improve data sharing and patient access — even though its plans so far have few details.
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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 -
CMS extends ICD-10 testing deadline
Providers now have until Jan. 21 to apply for testing.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 12, 2015 -
Report: CIOs satisfied, but want more recognition, resources
CIOs are gradually playing a broader and more direct role in improving care—and they want the resources to do it well.
Jan. 9, 2015 -
Deep Dive
The Friday Dive: A Q&A with the lead researcher behind the most promising antibiotic in decades
Healthcare Dive's editor looks back on the biggest news from the last week.
By Katie Bo Williams • Jan. 9, 2015 -
The app that may be able to predict depression
Emerging apps may be able to detect mental illness by tracking everyday use of a patient's cell phone.
Jan. 8, 2015 -
Proposed regulations for Stage 3 could relax rules
Included in the proposal currently being reviewed by the White House: A single definition for "Meaningful Use."
Jan. 8, 2015 -
EHR confidentiality: An 'emerging issue'
Why practices should consider system confidentiality when handling information for adolescents.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 8, 2015 -
Deep Dive
The wearable bandwagon: Should providers jump on?
"I don't think my doctor wants to see my Jawbone data," says one researcher from a new PwC study.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 8, 2015 -
Allina and Health Catalyst ink $100M joint venture
Allina is mitigating its risk by giving Health Catalyst a chance to share in the wealth it helps create. Will the grand experiment work?
Jan. 7, 2015 -
Survey: Over half of physicians won't attest to Stage 2 in 2015
Does this news surprise anyone?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 7, 2015 -
The biggest win for the VA telehealth program
The new program figures from the Department of Veterans Affairs suggest that it is poised to become an industry model for telehealth. But which clinical area came out on top?
Jan. 6, 2015 -
VA to expand already-massive telehealth program
The program has already accounted for a 34% reduction in readmissions for participants.
Jan. 5, 2015 -
Accenture snags new 5-year Healthcare.gov contract for $563M
The firm that fixed Obamacare once gets a five-year stint to run the Healthcare.gov site.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 31, 2014 -
Physician network recognized for achieving Stage 7
Only 6% of ambulatory clinics reach this milestone.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Unencrypted laptop leads to breach settlement for Boston Children's Hospital
The breach compromised the personal information of 2,100 patients and counting.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Deep Dive
The 5 biggest successes and 5 biggest failures of 2014
A glimpse at the most outstanding ups and downs of this year in healthcare.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 23, 2014 -
Should ONC decertify non-interoperable EHRs?
Critics say while interoperability is important, decertifying closed systems en masse could destabilize the healthcare industry.
Dec. 22, 2014 -
CMS announces important ICD-10 testing dates
The new testing period for a sample group of providers will run April 26 through May 1, 2015.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Patient info held hostage in data breach threat
What health IT lessons can hospitals learn from this incident at Clay County Hospital?
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 22, 2014 -
Deep Dive
The hidden cost of a merger: Health IT
Considering a partnership? Don’t forget to consider the cost of combining technologies.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 22, 2014 -
New start-up offers equipment sharing for hospitals
The company has "Uber-ized" hospital-based medical equipment.
Dec. 19, 2014 -
AMA takes issue with meaningful use penalties
The American Medical Association voiced its displeasure with the stringent penalties delivered to healthcare organizations.
By Marisa Torrieri • Dec. 19, 2014
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