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January 23, 2019 23 Jan'19
Population health management program growth tied to value-based care

As healthcare organizations lean toward value-based care, population health management programs will continue to grow as they give providers valuable data analytics.
December 18, 2018 18 Dec'18
Consumerization of healthcare loomed large in 2018 stories

Our top stories for 2018 are linked by one common and significant trend: The consumerization of healthcare continues to shake things up.
June 14, 2018 14 Jun'18
New Apple Health Records API may make a PHR app easier

Apple's new Health Records API should mean a slew of incredibly customized healthcare apps later this year. But concerns remain about security and interoperability.
May 09, 2018 09 May'18
Patient engagement system ties Change, Adobe, Microsoft

In these news briefs, read how Change Healthcare partnered with Microsoft and Adobe to use their cloud and AI services. Also, learn about Uber and CVS' latest pushes into healthcare.

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protected health information (PHI) or personal health information

Protected health information (PHI), also referred to as personal health information, generally refers to demographic information, medical histories, test and laboratory results, mental health conditions, insurance information, and other data that a ... Continue Reading
PACS (picture archiving and communication system)

PACS (picture archiving and communication system) is a medical imaging technology used primarily in healthcare organizations to securely store and digitally transmit electronic images and clinically-relevant reports. Continue Reading
Blockchain-powered telemedicine application debuts in U.K.

A pilot program in the U.K. is testing MyClinic.com, a telemedicine application that allows patients to schedule video consultations with doctors and pay for services with cryptocurrency. Continue Reading

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Experts nix wearable device health data for clinical use, for now

A number of factors stand in the way of acceptance of wearable device health data in the healthcare community, including a lack of data showing the impact on clinical outcomes. Continue Reading
Why app developers are embracing the Apple Health records API

A new crop of APIs based on the FHIR standard promises to change the expectations of mobile health apps. Six-year-old app maker Medisafe illustrates the promise and problems. Continue Reading
Michigan uses prescription monitoring to fight opioid crisis

Michigan public health officials use e-prescribing and monitoring and analytics software from Appriss Health to fight opioid addiction by tracking overprescribing and abuse. Continue Reading

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Don't overlook HIPAA issues when developing AI healthcare tools

So you have an idea for using AI in healthcare software? Be sure you adhere to HIPAA rules, suggests a healthcare regulatory expert, to avoid noncompliance problems. Continue Reading
Revenue cycle management, after the ICD-10 implementation

Now that the ICD-10 transition is out of the way, revenue cycle management professionals are tracking their performance against the new code set. This handbook offers guidance to ensure that the transition to ICD-10 remains smooth and provides tips ... Continue Reading
Paper health records slowly being phased out by hospitals

Paper health records and other forms are frequently scanned into hospitals' electronic systems. Find out why an organization hired a third party to do its scanning. Continue Reading

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Effective genomic data analysis not possible without data integration

Analyzing genomic data can provide many benefits when it comes to taking care of patients. Before that can happen, certain challenges need to be overcome. Continue Reading
Interoperability may be in sight as Epic and Cerner work together

As two of the largest EHRs in the healthcare space, Epic and Cerner have often appeared to be at odds with each other. But that seems to be changing via an ONC initiative. Continue Reading
Openness in delivering healthcare information key to patient engagement

As health data and IT advance, patients have more control over their own health information than ever and more access to patient engagement technology. Continue Reading