By Gary Hamilton & Celissa Halfhill – Some patient populations are harder to engage than others. No one understands this better than Community Health Centers, who tirelessly serve marginalized communities often overlooked by traditional healthcare systems.
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By Michelle Padilla – Humans are often the weakest point of any cybersecurity system, but fortunately there are some easy practices you can personally put into place to make the online posture of both you and your healthcare organization more secure.
By Devin Partida – While patients are fundamental to the healthcare industry, they often get left out of the conversation. In the interest of improving outcomes and increasing engagement, information technology teams must design patient-centered websites. How should they go about it?
By Richa Jain – While it is clear that technology is opening new horizons for medical practices, we can’t ignore the fact that healthcare RCM is one sprawling operation; it encompasses processes starting from patient registration to collections and needs a tech overhaul.
By Lance Reid – Protecting patient data is a non-negotiable priority for healthcare organizations. Yet, as cybersecurity breaches become more frequent and sophisticated, the stakes for healthcare IT security are higher than ever.
By Laurie Seall – Data that sits in a legacy system is at risk of becoming inaccessible. As applications and servers age, they become more vulnerable to cyberattacks and downtime. As the need for data agility and efficiency continues to evolve, it is important to do some cleanup work that will pay off for years to come.
By Lyle Berkowitz MD – Long wait times for primary care appointments are particularly concerning. When patients are unable to obtain timely access to primary care, manageable conditions such as high blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol may grow worse and lead to more severe and costly medical issues.
By Beth Friedman – HIMSS Chapter conferences often bring together some of the most unexpected and interesting people. This month’s Georgia HIMSS 2024 Annual Conference was no exception. I attended the event expecting to hear the usual conversations around AI, EHRs and security.
By Eric Grimm -It is critically important to place a significant emphasis on cybersecurity awareness so that everyone within the organization – as well as the third-party vendors they partner with – are well-positioned and mindful of potential threats.