By Lance Reid – Who doesn’t love a plan? Leaders love plans to set a positive course for their businesses. I love plans, too. Sales plans. Cybersecurity plans. Employee development plans. Business continuity plans. Plans help executives and team leaders get on the same page and move forward in a common, predetermined direction.
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By Karla Richardson – Both government and non-government health organizations played a key role in monitoring and predicting the COVID-19 pandemic when it emerged five years ago. They showed how data visualization can aid public health decisions and help experts manage the response.
By Susan Clark – In the Venn diagram of healthcare IT organizations, HIT nonprofits, and their workgroups, you’ll see many places where two, three, or more groups intersect.
By Devin Partida – Clear communication in health care can mean the difference between life and death. When delays, miscommunications and inefficiencies disrupt treatment, they directly impact patient outcomes. Traditional modes of communication may have worked in the past, but human error and forgetfulness can hinder its effectiveness.
By Kent Dicks – Decade after decade, the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has sought innovative ways to expand access to care for veterans. These efforts, unfortunately, often have gone unreported in the media.
By Zac Amos – Telehealth has revolutionized health care, offering convenience and accessibility for providers and patients. However, with the shift to virtual care comes a critical responsibility — ensuring the security and privacy of patient information.
By Bridget Kennedy – While technology has advanced, the VA continues to face significant hurdles in ensuring documentation is completed promptly and accurately.
By Beth Friedman – After attending more HIMSS Conferences than I can count, I can confidently say HIMSS’25 was the most dynamic yet. The energy was undeniable—packed sessions, buzzing exhibit halls, and a crowd that showed up ready to tackle healthcare’s biggest challenges.
By Ram Krishnan – Navigating payer stipulations in behavioral healthcare can be a challenge, as they are often more complicated than those for physical healthcare. However, understanding how to maintain compliance and bill properly is something that behavioral health clinicians and practice owners have to do to maintain business efficiency, avoid revenue losses, and provide timely care to patients.