CRISP adopts Verato patient matching platform
The HIE will use the tool to more systematically share data across its various provider organizations. Powered by WPeMatico
HHS takes additional steps to expand access to opioid treatment
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 ...
HIMSS' Trump presidency predictions: No complete ACA repeal, telehealth, cybersecurity
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
Cybersecurity CEO resigns after posting Trump assassination threats on Facebook
Former PacketSled chief threatened to shoot the president-elect with a sniper rifle. Powered by WPeMatico
No more Crysis: Master keys and ransomware decryptor released
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
AnalyticsMD nabs $13 million to ramp up artificial intelligence
The startup’s AI platform for healthcare focuses on improving clinical outcomes and streamlining operations, the company said. Powered by WPeMatico
Zipline snaps up $25 million to advance drone for medical supply delivery
Startup intends to use the funding to work toward making U.S. deliveries within six months. Powered by WPeMatico
OIG names 2017 goals: Bolstering HHS and NIH data security, tackling EHR challenges
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
Managing authentication in a world of fraud: It takes more than passwords
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
NewYork-Presbyterian launches venture fund
NYP Ventures follows the health system’s NYP Innovation Center and NYP OnDemand digital health suite in advancing emerging technologies. Powered by WPeMatico