Hospital Compare enables patients to determine the best hospital for types of treatment in a specific area. Physicians and providers can also use the tool to better understand what improvements are needed for higher quality care. Powered by WPeMatico
The HIE will use the tool to more systematically share data across its various provider organizations. Powered by WPeMatico
Allows more providers to prescribe treatment The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is taking additional steps to address the U.S. opioid epidemic by further expanding access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorders. Administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), today’s announcement enables nurse practitioners (NPs) and ...
There’s a lot up in the air for healthcare policy following Donald Trump’s surprising win. But a complete repeal of the Affordable Care Act won’t be possible – at least not initially, say two HIMSS policy experts. Powered by WPeMatico
Former PacketSled chief threatened to shoot the president-elect with a sniper rifle. Powered by WPeMatico
Master decryption keys for the major ransomware strain Crysis were released on security blog BleepingComputer forum by a member on Monday. The user’s post contained the master keys and directions on how it should be used. Powered by WPeMatico
The startup’s AI platform for healthcare focuses on improving clinical outcomes and streamlining operations, the company said. Powered by WPeMatico
Startup intends to use the funding to work toward making U.S. deliveries within six months. Powered by WPeMatico
As outlined in HHS Office of Inspector General’s 2017 work plan, the agency will also review the FDA’s plan to address cybersecurity issues of medical devices. Powered by WPeMatico
Reliance on user IDs and passwords has put many organizations in a bad place. But more complex, secure and usable solutions exist to ensure individuals accessing a system are indeed who they say they are, says cybersecurity expert Mansur Hasib. Powered by WPeMatico