Northwest Career College

APRIL 3, 2024

If so, you have likely received a massage before and are aware of how important effective communication between the therapist and client can be for the client’s comfort. This multi-part article aims to unpack why these differences in communication are so significant and what the benefits are for your client.

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Health Prime

MARCH 6, 2024

Certainly, patient portals are crucial tools that facilitate seamless communication between healthcare providers and patients. According to a recent report , patient portals enhance patient engagement by enabling patients to access their electronic medical records (EMRs) and facilitating secure patient-provider communication.

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Electronic Health Reporter

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

The article Extending Legacy Systems To The Cloud For Secure Communications appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. When organizations factor in the loss of productivity, the amount of civil complaints and fines levied, plus the public relations besmirching, the cost implications skyrocket.

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 29, 2024

The Health Breach Notification Rule applies to vendors of personal health records (PHRs) and related entities that are not covered by HIPAA and requires them to notify individuals in the event of a breach of unsecured personally identifiable health data, and in some cases, also notify the media.

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Health Prime

MAY 23, 2024

These industry regulations include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Read more about this in our blog How to make sure your Business Associates are HIPAA Compliant. Technology & Software Integration Integrating technology and software is critical to evaluating a potential coding partner.

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Valant

JUNE 2, 2024

Leadership and communication Workplace culture starts at the top and trickles down, so the tone of your leadership plays a huge role in the overall well-being of your practice. Communication is also important. If you don’t communicate with your team, they may not understand your goals and priorities for the business.

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Mobius MD

APRIL 18, 2024

Are AI scribes HIPAA-compliant? Before introducing new documentation technology into the clinic, you should confirm that it’s HIPAA compliant. Before bringing any software into your practice – including an AI medical scribe – consider asking the following questions: What measures are in place to ensure HIPAA compliance?

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MedCerts

APRIL 8, 2024

You’ll learn important skills such as office behavior, medical ethics, proper communication, cultural bias and diversity training. The course concludes with HIPAA rules, drug regulations and legal ethics. You’ll also learn to analyze data and perform calculations. Why Should You Become a Medication Care Coordinator?

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Relias

MAY 2, 2024

For instance, according to The HIPAA Journal , the maximum penalty for HIPAA rule violations in 2024 is $2,067,813 per violation per calendar year. Embracing a digital compliance management platform allows you to streamline processes, improve efficiency, enhance communication, and provide better access to data and resources.

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DrChrono

JUNE 29, 2021

Communication norms are constantly shifting, and patient communications are no exception. In the health tech space, that’s led to the emergence of a variety of practice management software features ranging from telemedicine platforms to patient communication services.

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Arkenea

AUGUST 15, 2024

EMR API integration may be the key to achieve better communication between care providers, systems, and offer scalability. Better Communication Between Providers Since EMR APIs are known to connect different systems together, they can aid in improving communication between healthcare providers.

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Health Populi

JANUARY 28, 2020

About four in 10 people 50+ are interested in “purchasing” (the word used in the AARP survey) several digital health innovations: Communicating with a health care provider that you’ve taken a medication as prescribed. Communicating other information, like blood pressure, weight, or heart health) to a health care provider.

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Valant

MAY 3, 2024

Forms communicate expectations, which can help avoid problems. Several forms, such as HIPAA and TCPA forms, are legally required. Release of Information (HIPAA) Form This is also known as the Notice of Privacy Practices form and is required by federal law. policies for no-show appointments).

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Health Populi

JUNE 10, 2021

But if there is one lesson to be learned from the prior year, it is that technology has further engrained its place in our world, impacting and influencing the way we work, learn, communicate, and entertain.” Eleven years later, Steve Jobs launched the first iPhone. Eleven years later, Steve Jobs launched the first iPhone.

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Health Prime

JUNE 13, 2024

Compliance issues: Non-compliance with coding regulations, such as those set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) , can result in fines and penalties. Communicate effectively: Foster open communication between healthcare providers, coders, and billing staff. At Health Prime, we can help!

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Valant

JUNE 19, 2024

The concept of telemedicine dates back several decades, but recent advancements in digital communication hardware and software have revolutionized its implementation. Electronic Health Records (EHR): Integration with EHR systems ensures seamless communication, documentation, and management of the patient care cycle.

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The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 29, 2024

OCR recently announced that due to the impact of the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, the decision had been taken to investigate Change Healthcare promptly to establish whether it was compliant with the HIPAA Rules. What is HIPAA and does this Cyberattack Break the Law?

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The HIPAA Journal

APRIL 30, 2024

The affected individuals have been advised to monitor their credit reports and account statements and to be alert to unsolicited communications involving personal information. The post Patient Data Stolen from Livanova in October 2023 Ransomware Attack appeared first on HIPAA Journal.

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Northwest Career College

JULY 27, 2024

Effective administrative practices in healthcare institutions include ensuring smooth operations, clear communication, and an open and welcoming environment. Enhancing Communication Effective communication in healthcare means treating patients with trust and respect, ensuring they stay informed and feel valued.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 22, 2023

They should also keep up with the latest healthcare IT news, including the HIPAA Journal , to make sure your system is up to date. Create communication protocols to keep your team in the loop if a cyberattack occurs so that everyone can complete these steps as quickly as possible.

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MedVA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Instead of hiring temps who may need to be trained in HIPAA compliance or having your staff play Holiday-Time-Off Bingo, it may be time for your practice to hire a virtual medical assistant from MedVA. Streamlined communication improves patient satisfaction and reduces the stress on front desk staff.

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

’ ” An application Programing Interface is a set of protocols and definitions allowing digital services and products to communicate with each other over the Internet. Through the patient-as-consumer lens, most Americans say they were communicating and connecting online more in 2020 than ever before, an Ipsos survey found.

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Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Pre-Visit Communication: Ensure patients receive all necessary information before their appointment, including directions or telehealth instructions. Patient Data Security: Telehealth platforms must comply with HIPAA and other regulations to ensure patient data is secure.

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Practice Builders

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Adapting Healthcare Marketing Strategies: Post-Pandemic Realities and HIPAA Evolution In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers face challenges with fearful and homebound patients reluctant to seek essential care. Greetings from a future in which healthcare is an experience rather than merely a business.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 22, 2024

Breaches may also lead to significant fines, especially under regulations such as HIPAA in the United States. Understanding frameworks like HIPAA in the U.S., Encryption is critical in ensuring data communication or storage security over public networks and mobile devices.

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Medical Advantage

APRIL 4, 2024

This system stands out for its ability to support vital patient care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Compliance and Security athenaTelehealth places a strong emphasis on compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding patient information and ensuring that all virtual care services meet the necessary legal standards.

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MedVA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Enhanced Patient Communication: Effective communication is crucial in healthcare, but it can also be a source of stress for medical professionals. By handling these communication aspects, our virtual medical assistants allow healthcare providers to engage more meaningfully with patients during face-to-face interactions.

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Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

Comprehensive documentation also facilitates communication and collaboration among members of a patient’s whole treatment team. Automated workflows and reminder notifications save time on administrative tasks and allow for better patient communication. These should facilitate open and honest communication.

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

While these were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic, the public health crisis turbocharged telehealth and its many flavors from real-time clinical encounters to HIPAA-compliant secure messaging “asynchronously” as well as plain-old text messaging which can be a preferred communications channel for many patients — especially those (..)

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

APRIL 28, 2023

The Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) is exercising enforcement discretion to allow good faith use of telehealth during the Federal PHE, even if the services are not provided through HIPAA-compliant technology. This exception ends with the PHE on May 11, 2023.

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Valant

MARCH 14, 2024

EHRs streamline these tasks by automating routine, repetitive processes such as appointment scheduling , patient communications, and insurance claims processing. Interoperability and Data Sharing Seamless communication and data sharing between healthcare providers is crucial for effective care coordination and patient safety.

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DrChrono

MAY 10, 2022

DrChrono worked with CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort), an emergency relief non-profit organization co-founded by Sean Penn and Ann Lee, Curogram, a leading HIPAA-compliant patient communications tool and messaging platform, and the state of Georgia to operate mobile and fixed COVID-19 vaccine sites, with a goal to deliver vaccines to underserved (..)

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Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

AUGUST 2, 2024

So, it will be exciting if we can use AI to let humans focus on things like communicating with patients, having difficult conversations, or doing complicated procedures. The massive size of these datasets makes them attractive cyberattack targets, posing a fresh challenge to HIPAA compliance.

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Valant

APRIL 1, 2024

Practices must ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and other industry standards to protect patient data privacy and security during the migration process. Integration Challenges: Behavioral health practices often need to communicate and collaborate with external providers, such as primary care physicians or social workers.

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Valant

JULY 3, 2024

Integration with pharmacies ensures seamless communication and reduces manual errors. Communication: Secure messaging features allow therapists to collaborate with other providers, share treatment updates, and coordinate care. Security and Confidentiality: Protect patient privacy by adhering to HIPAA regulations.

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Health Populi

APRIL 29, 2019

Developing Alexa-skills that are HIPAA-compliant to bolster users’ personal health information privacy collaborating with Atrium Health, Boston Children’s Hospital, CIGNA, Express Scripts, Livongo Health, and Providence St. In many countries, personal healthcare data are subject to strict regulation.

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Health Populi

AUGUST 3, 2023

Aspects of the infrastructure for enabling H-a-H services addressing logistics and operations; clinical monitoring (think: eICU channeled to the home and remote monitoring devices communicating via Bluetooth with smart Internet of Medical Things and other IoT devices that can support peoples’ well-being at home; mobile clinical technology for (..)

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