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Health Consumers Keen to Share and Download Data, But Privacy Remains a Concern

Health Populi

The “concerned” aspect of the tech-embrace in health care means consumers are also keen to have privacy data protections and procedures in place to prevent their PHI from traveling outside of trusted health care circles. Health Populi’s Hot Points: Earlier this year, Accenture found that U.S. The coronavirus pandemic has shown U.S.

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Telehealth Analysis: The Pros & Cons

We Care Online

For instance, patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension can have regular virtual check-ins with their doctors to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to their care plans. Cost Savings Telehealth can lead to cost savings for both patients and providers.

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What Your Private Practice Operating Budget Should Look Like

Valant

Access to comprehensive patient records ensures that clinicians have up-to-date information so they can better personalize treatment plans. EHRs help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA, by providing built-in security measures and audit trails to track access to patient information.

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Health Consumers Value Sharing and Downloading Health Data, But Privacy Concerns Remain

Health Populi

The “concerned” aspect of the tech-embrace in health care means consumers are also keen to have privacy data protections and procedures in place to prevent their PHI from traveling outside of trusted health care circles. Health Populi’s Hot Points: Earlier this year, Accenture found that U.S.

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Health Care In the COVID-19 Era – PwC Finds Self-Rationing of Care and Meds Especially for Chronic Care

Health Populi

Health Populi’s Hot Points: The positive finding in this research is that one-third of people dealing with at least one chronic condition sought health care through virtual means, telehealth, in the pandemic.

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athenaTelehealth Benefits and Features: Considerations for Your Practice 

Medical Advantage

This broad category encompasses telehealth, telemedicine, and various digital healthcare solutions, aiming to create a seamless, comprehensive digital care plan for patients. This system stands out for its ability to support vital patient care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

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Navigating a Nightmare EHR Migration: What to Do When Things Go Wrong

Valant

An EHR migration can sometimes turn into a nightmare despite careful planning. The transition from one electronic health record (EHR) system to another can be fraught with challenges, leading to disruptions in workflow, productivity, and patient care.