By Laura Young – It is one of the most common complaints in healthcare circles. If I can wire money across the globe with my phone or book a flight from my couch, why can’t my doctor instantly see my records from across town? The comparison is tempting. Banking and travel feel lightyears ahead in convenience. But healthcare is not “behind” in the same way.

By Steven Posnack and Sean Fry – Individuals seeking government benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance spend a lot of time waiting. In particular, the Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates it takes over 200 days for an initial disability claim to be processed.

By David Lareau – Health systems in the U.S. are no strangers to the slow pace of new IT implementations. For example, an electronic health record (EHR) implementation can drag on for years before the official go-live date and still not be fully implemented.

By Devin Partida – One of the most crucial responsibilities in healthcare is protecting patient information. Federal and state regulations determine what healthcare professionals can share, but loved ones want to be involved and informed of what’s happening.