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Broadband Still Causes Rural-Urban Divide in Digital Health Tool Use

mHealth Intelligence - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ mHealth Intelligence

#Broadband and #DigitalHealth in Rural and Urban AreasA recent study has shown that broadband access is still a major factor in the use of digital health tools, with rural areas being particularly affected. The study found that people in rural areas were less likely to use digital health tools, such as telemedicine and mobile health apps, due to a lack of reliable broadband access. This divide between rural and urban areas is a major issue for healthcare providers, as digital health tools can greatly improve access to healthcare services and reduce costs.#Telemedicine and #MobileHealth AppsTelemedicine and mobile health apps are two examples of digital health tools that can greatly benefit patients in rural areas. Telemedicine allows patients to receive care remotely, without having to travel

 

Healthcare Data Breach At Kansas Hospital Impacts 19K

Health IT Security - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ Health IT Security

#KansasHospitalDataBreachA healthcare data breach at a Kansas hospital has impacted 19,000 patients. The breach occurred when an unauthorized individual gained access to an employee's email account. The hospital has notified all affected patients and is offering free credit monitoring services.#EmailAccountCompromiseThe data breach occurred due to an email account compromise. The unauthorized individual gained access to an employee's email account and was able to view patient information. The hospital has stated that no medical records were accessed.#PatientNotificationThe hospital has notified all affected patients of the data breach. Patients have been advised to monitor their credit reports and to report any suspicious activity to the hospital and law enforcement.#FreeCreditMonitoringThe hospital is offering free credit

 

Luma Health Integrates with MEDITECH Expanse EHR

HIT Consultant - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Frequent Updates/ HIT Consultant

#LumaHealth Integrates with #MEDITECH Expanse EHRLuma Health, a patient engagement platform, has announced its integration with MEDITECH Expanse EHR. The integration will allow healthcare providers to streamline their patient communication and appointment scheduling processes.#Improved Patient CommunicationLuma Health's integration with MEDITECH Expanse EHR will enable healthcare providers to send automated appointment reminders and confirmations to patients via text message. This will help reduce no-shows and improve patient communication.#Streamlined Appointment SchedulingThe integration will also allow patients to schedule appointments directly from their mobile devices. This will help healthcare providers streamline their appointment scheduling process and reduce administrative burden.#Real-Time Appointment ManagementLuma

 

Featured Health IT Job: Allscripts PM Reporting Specialist

Healthcare IT Today - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ Healthcare IT Today

#FeaturedJob: Allscripts PM Reporting SpecialistHealthcare IT Today features a job opening for an Allscripts PM Reporting Specialist. The role involves managing and maintaining the Allscripts PM system, creating reports, and providing support to end-users. The ideal candidate should have experience with Allscripts PM and SQL server.#ResponsibilitiesThe Allscripts PM Reporting Specialist will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Allscripts PM system, creating custom reports, and providing support to end-users. They will also be responsible for data analysis and troubleshooting issues related to the system.#RequirementsThe ideal candidate should have experience with Allscripts PM and SQL server. They should also have knowledge of healthcare billing and coding, as well as experience with report writing and

 

Readers Write: Rural Hospitals Need Federal Assistance to Strengthen IT Security Posture

HIStalk - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ HIStalk

#RuralHospitalsNeedFederalAssistanceRural hospitals face unique challenges when it comes to IT security. These hospitals often have limited budgets and resources, which can make it difficult to implement the necessary security measures. In addition, many rural hospitals are located in areas with limited internet connectivity, making it even harder to protect against cyber threats.#TheNeedforFederalAssistanceTo address these challenges, rural hospitals need federal assistance. This could come in the form of grants or other funding opportunities that would allow these hospitals to invest in IT security measures. The federal government could also provide guidance and support to help rural hospitals develop and implement effective security strategies.#TheImpactofCyberThreatsThe impact of cyber threats on rural

 

Mobile connectivity in healthcare: the revolution that must deliver

Digital Health - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Digital Health/ Frequent Updates

#Introduction Mobile connectivity is transforming healthcare by enabling remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, and other digital health solutions. However, there are challenges to realizing the full potential of mobile connectivity, including interoperability, security, and privacy concerns.#Interoperability Interoperability is critical for mobile connectivity in healthcare, as it allows different systems to communicate and share data. However, achieving interoperability is challenging due to the lack of standards and the complexity of healthcare systems.#Security and Privacy Mobile connectivity in healthcare also raises security and privacy concerns, as sensitive patient data is transmitted over wireless networks. To address these concerns, healthcare organizations must implement robust security measures and comply with regulations such as HIPAA.#Telemedicine Telemedicine is one of

 

King’s Fund speakers: NHS innovators must feel free to experiment and fail

Digital Health - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - AI/ Digital Health/ Frequent Updates

#King's Fund Speakers: NHS Innovators Must Feel Free to Experiment and FailThe King's Fund recently hosted a conference where speakers emphasized the importance of healthcare innovators being allowed to experiment and fail in order to drive progress in the NHS. The conference focused on the need for a culture of innovation in healthcare, and how this can be achieved through collaboration, risk-taking, and learning from failures.#Collaboration is Key to Innovation in HealthcareOne of the key messages from the conference was the importance of collaboration in driving innovation in healthcare. Speakers emphasized the need for healthcare professionals to work together across different disciplines and organizations in order to share knowledge and expertise, and to develop new approaches to healthcare delivery.#Taking Risks and Learning from Failure

 

Readers Write: Turning Data into Action to Address Social Determinants of Health

HIStalk - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ HIStalk

#TurningDataIntoAction: Addressing Social Determinants of HealthHealthcare IT professionals can help address social determinants of health by turning data into action. Social determinants of health refer to the non-medical factors that impact a person's health, such as their environment, social support, and access to healthy food. By analyzing data from electronic health records, claims data, and other sources, healthcare IT professionals can identify patients who may be at risk due to social determinants of health.#IdentifyingPatientsAtRiskHealthcare IT professionals can use data analytics to identify patients who may be at risk due to social determinants of health. For example, they can look at patients' zip codes to determine if they live in areas with high

 

Employer Using Teladoc Health Shares Why Staff Adoption of Virtual Primary Care Has Soared [Sponsored]

MedCity News - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Frequent Updates/ MedCity News

#TeladocHealth Adoption Soars in Virtual Primary CareA recent blog post on MedCity News highlights the success of Teladoc Health in virtual primary care. The post features an interview with an employer who shares why staff adoption of the service has soared.#Telemedicine Benefits and ChallengesThe employer discusses the benefits of telemedicine, such as convenience and accessibility, as well as the challenges of implementing the technology.#Virtual Primary Care for Employee HealthThe employer explains how Teladoc Health's virtual primary care has improved employee health by providing easier access to care and reducing the need for in-person visits.#Telemedicine as a Solution to Healthcare DisparitiesThe post also touches on how telemedicine can help address

 

The Healthcare Management Platform Teletracking

DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Daily Reads/ DistilINFO Hospital IT

#TeletrackingPlatformThe Healthcare Management Platform Teletracking is a powerful tool that has proven to be invaluable during the COVID-19 pandemic. This platform has helped hospitals and healthcare organizations manage patient flow, bed availability, and critical resources in real-time.#CrisisManagementDuring the pandemic, Teletracking was used to manage the surge in patients and resources. It helped hospitals to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and allocate resources where they were most needed.#DataAnalyticsTeletracking's data analytics capabilities have been critical in helping hospitals make informed decisions during the pandemic. The platform provides real-time data on patient flow, bed availability, and critical resources, allowing healthcare organizations to make data-driven decisions.#RecoveryPlanningAs the

 

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