By Justin Williams – There is something of a diaspora going on in the world of medical monitoring. Instruments that used to be clustered into hospitals, clinics and doctors’ offices are starting to spread throughout the consumer world, and medical professionals are beginning to take notice.
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Twenty-three of the nation’s leading healthcare experts released their much-anticipated final report on Tuesday, September 15, identifying challenges and opportunities for telehealth in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Jim Tate – Whether you are a solo practice or a large hospital system, the requirement to protect electronic health information is mandated. HIPAA regulations tell us that “all e-PHI created, received, maintained or transmitted by an organization is subject to the Security Rule”.
By Jim Tate – The foundation of sustainable telehealth must provide for the protection of Personal Health Information. One of the primary issues that should be addressed is the need for Business Associate Agreements.
By Esther Turner – CMS recently posted proposed updates to the QHP Enrollee Survey. This survey is required for health plan issuers operating as Qualified Health Plans on the Marketplace. It provides data about member experience to the Quality Rating System to inform consumers about the quality of plan performance.
By Kenneth L. Gwinn MD – Much in life is based on relationships. That includes the coveted physician-patient relationship where the patient trusts their healthcare professional and the healthcare professional should treat each patient like they’re the only one.
We are seeking out the latest developments around Telemedcine. How is telemedicine used to benefit patients and care givers? News from FAIR Health, CallingDr, Hazel Health, MyApps, Progressive Care, Tyoto Care, WELL Health, Greenway Health, Teladoc Health, Rhinogram Telehealth, American Telemedicine Association and more.
By Jim Tate – COVID-19 disrupted the normal process of healthcare delivery in the US. At the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020 many elective procedures and surgeries were postponed. Patients did not want to go to their provider’s office, and providers did not want them to come in.
By Robin Hill – My, what a difference a year (and a global pandemic) makes. Last year, Vivify’s annual consumer survey about attitudes toward virtual care showed that only 17% of Americans said they had access to remote care. This year, a full 70% of respondents say at least one of their providers now offers telehealth.