Science Based Medicine

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Antivaxxers have weaponized a huge multinational vaccine safety study of 99 million patient records that found rare adverse events and concluded that the benefits of COVID-19 vaccines outweigh the risks. A combination of the Nirvana fallacy and spin.

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Patient Records 145

Scrubs

AUGUST 4, 2023

As is common with cyberattacks on hospitals, doctors and nurses are reverting to procedures like using pen and paper instead of computers to take patient records, she said. Hospitals often use interconnected computer systems for tasks such as billing and keeping track of patient records.

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Northwest Career College

MARCH 23, 2024

If you haven’t read our last article, check out Best Practices for Patient Record-Keeping and Data Privacy – Part 1 for a detailed description of the foundational best practices that we recommend you incorporate into your practice. Despite being so simple on its face, this can be difficult to achieve in practice.

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Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In the modern dental office, maintaining accurate and secure patient records is critical. This two-part article will identify key best practices in patient record-keeping and data privacy. Secure Storage Solutions Secure storage solutions are the cornerstone of effective patient record management.

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KevinMD.com

JULY 15, 2024

From managing patient records to ensuring the availability of medical equipment, the daily operations of health care facilities hinge on the seamless integration of various Read more… Optimizing operations at doctors’ offices: the power of asset tracking originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Health Prime

AUGUST 8, 2024

Unauthorized access to patient records Unauthorized access to patient records is one of the most significant data security threats in medical billing. This breach can occur when employees or external hackers gain access to sensitive patient information without proper authorization.

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Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

They can often perform clinical duties like taking patient vital signs, administering injections, and assisting with minor surgical procedures. At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records.

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Electronic Health Reporter

JANUARY 28, 2020

True Story: An employee at one New England medical practice stayed after hours to search patient records for gossip on her neighbor. […]. By Glenn Day, chief sales officer and practice leader of healthcare, HUB International.

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Medical Economics

APRIL 24, 2024

One answer to the cybersecurity problem is reusable verifiable digital credential, which would protect both the patients and health care companies.

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Patient Records 52

Electronic Health Reporter

MAY 9, 2019

Healthcare organizations know just how important it is to comply with the HIPAA Privacy Rule to protect sensitive and unstructured data such as patient records, scripts, discharge summaries, medical forms, authorizations, prescriptions, and insurance claims. By Paul Banco, CEO, etherFAX.

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Electronic Health Reporter

JUNE 12, 2019

Today, on average, providers are seeing almost one in five of their patients’ records contain duplicates (meaning that two or more records are in existence with a variation of a patient’s name), according to a report by Black Book. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Randy Jones, business development, ARGO.

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Patient Records 107

Scrubs

AUGUST 22, 2023

These data breaches have affected millions of patients, putting their sensitive healthcare information at risk. In 2018, the healthcare sector saw 15 million patient records compromised across 503 breaches, which was three times the amount seen in 2017. The number of healthcare data breaches keeps going up year after year.

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Electronic Health Reporter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

patient records can be to use, a number of doctors are saying the technology has made them better caregivers. This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. EHR general dissatisfaction is well-known. Despite how hard electroni?

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Electronic Health Reporter

MARCH 4, 2020

InterSystems announced the launch of InterSystems HealthShare Managed Connections, a service that enables healthcare organizations to take advantage of a network of connections to a vast number of patient records via a central hub and […].

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Patient Records 79

Electronic Health Reporter

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Without it, doctors can’t access updated patient records for proper treatment; billing departments are unable to correctly process insurance claims; and research teams are limited in their ability to uncover new findings. […]. By Dan Potter, vice president of product marketing, Attunity, a division of Qlik.

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Scrubs

JULY 1, 2024

Aside from acquiring software for managing patient records, give nurses access to tools like portable ultrasound machines , PCA pumps, and other equipment that align with your practice. To ensure your nursing staff works faster without sacrificing accuracy and quality, you must think about equipping them with better facilities.

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The Healthcare Blog

MAY 30, 2024

hospitals suffered financial consequences from the incident and 74% experienced a direct impact on patient care. Change’s services affect one in every three patient records, so the massive outage created a snowball effect of disruptions, delays and losses. A staggering 94% of U.S.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 5, 2024

Samaritan Health Services Samaritan Health Services in Oregon has announced that a physician who worked at its Lebanon Community Hospital may have accessed the protected health information of patients without authorization. An investigation was launched in November 2023, when unauthorized access was suspected.

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Scrubs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Agendas are filled to the brim, and stacks of patient records teeter on desks, demanding attention. In the bustling corridors of a hospital or a private clinic, healthcare professionals often face a daunting avalanche of paperwork.

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Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

Regularly updating patient records is equally essential, as it helps prevent billing errors and delays. A well-maintained and up-to-date patient database contributes to the overall accuracy and efficiency of the revenue cycle. This information serves as the foundation for billing and reimbursement processes.

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Sensible Medicine

JUNE 10, 2024

One month, the patients received statin tablets, one month they received statin placebo tablets and one month they received no tablets. Each day the patients recorded how they felt on a smartphone app. The order of months over a year was randomized.

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Patient Records 121

We Care Online

JANUARY 15, 2025

Health Unit Coordinators perform crucial administrative functions in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities, freeing up medical staff to spend more time with patients. Common tasks include: Managing patient records. Arranging appointments for tests and procedures. Managing admissions, transfers and discharges.

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Northwest Suburban College

JULY 19, 2024

You’ll learn about the importance of managing patient records, performing basic lab tests, and how we balance these tasks to provide top-notch care. Preparing Patients for Medical Exams One of the first tasks we handle each day is preparing patients for their medical exams.

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Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The specialist obtains patient records, processes insurance claims, and ensures that the proper codes are used to perform treatments or procedures on patients. You could work within a general practice clinic, seeing patients for routine check-ups, or a specialty clinic for pediatrics or dermatology.

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Valant

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This integration creates a seamless connection between treatment planning and patient records. You can quickly generate and modify treatment plans from within a patient’s electronic record, eliminating the need for manual data entry and reducing the potential for errors.

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Note that “remote monitoring” was split into two types: “for efficiency,” defined as, “ smart versions of common clinical devices such as thermometers, blood pressure cuffs, and scales that automatically record readings in the patient record so you do not have to type it;” and, remote monitoring “for improved (..)

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Health Populi

APRIL 5, 2021

At the same time, digital health companies should collaborate with the insurance industry to build a knowledge base about risks and safety to bring some standardization and accountability to the market.

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We Care Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Documentation and Record-Keeping: Best practices for documenting medication administration accurately and maintaining patient records. Understanding these fundamentals is key to safe medication management. Proper documentation is crucial for continuity of care and legal compliance.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 5, 2024

Mobile Medical Response is currently investigating the incident to determine the full name, scope, and impact of the event.

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WSMDA

APRIL 28, 2023

Administrative Administrative medical assistants work primarily in office settings and are responsible for tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims. They also perform tests to diagnose eye conditions and administer medications as directed by the ophthalmologist.

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MedCerts

JULY 3, 2024

What Does an Electronic Health Records Specialist Do? As a vital part of the healthcare team , an Electronic Health Records Specialist (EHR) is responsible for updating patient records, transcribing doctor's notes and charting procedure codes.

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Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

JANUARY 6, 2025

Training programs designed for aspiring medical assistants ensure they are prepared for various tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with exams, and managing patient records. The importance of comprehensive healthcare training in North Carolina cannot be overstated. A medical assistant role is more critical than ever.

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Valant

JULY 16, 2024

The broader term “clinical notes” includes all of a patient’s records (aside from therapy notes), including intake information, big-picture treatment planning, and the progress notes from each clinical encounter.

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MedVA

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

They can plan appointments, keep track of patient records, and send reminders, but they can do a lot more than just help with paperwork. On the administrative side, they can set up appointments, answer questions from patients, check up on treatment plans that are still in the works, and help with insurance claims and bills.

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Patient Records Follow-Up Appointments Billing 52

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Key responsibilities include assisting dentists during procedures by preparing instruments, handing them over as needed, and maintaining patient comfort. They also capture X-rays, manage patient records, and provide post-treatment care instructions, all requiring careful attention and coordination.

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Practice Index

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Single patient records A single patient record has emerged as the public favourite in the “national conversation” about the future of the NHS. Health Secretary Wes Streeting made digital records central to the launch of his consultation, promising they would save 140,000 hours of staff time a year.

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Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 29, 2024

These issues take a lot of time and patience, and the patient may have to speak with insurance companies to resolve problems. Patient Records Management and Confidentiality Maintaining patient records is one of the most important responsibilities that a medical administrative assistant would undertake.

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