Health Data Management HIT Think Why HIPAA certified is not a guarantee of complianceHealth Data ManagementJust before making the ultimate decision, someone asks, “What about HIPAA?” As this question enters the discussion, another person says that the chosen product is HIPAA “certified.” Hearing that the product is certified, everyone is satisfied and … Powered by ...
GovInfoSecurity.com What Can We Learn from HIPAA Settlements?GovInfoSecurity.comAn important theme that emerges from the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights’ dozens of HIPAA settlements and other enforcement actions is that all aspects of compliance are critical and subject to scrutiny by federal … Powered by WPeMatico
HealthITSecurity.com Expanding Beyond HIPAA Audit Prep for Information GovernanceHealthITSecurity.comMarch 13, 2017 – Earlier this month, the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) published its newest toolkit to assist organizations in preparing for HIPAA audits. The “External HIPAA Audit Readiness Toolkit” addresses key aspects … Powered by WPeMatico
The EHR vendor, which has been building the marketplace for some time, said App Orchard is now officially up and running. Powered by WPeMatico
The HR1313 bill passed 22-17 would penalize employees unwilling to share genetic testing information when participating in wellness programs. Powered by WPeMatico
The lack of adequate EHR interoperability continues to hinder healthcare organizations ability to use patient data in care delivery, the report’s author said. Powered by WPeMatico
Prominent healthcare executives are predicting a drastic shift from on-premise IT infrastructure into the cloud. That includes electronic health records, clinical decision support and analytics. Powered by WPeMatico
Using Android phones, an app and Amazon cloud services, the researchers gauged study participants’ feelings a half-dozen times a day to pinpoint links between avoiding social contact and depression. Powered by WPeMatico
Washington Post ‘Satirical’ Texas bill turns language of antiabortion laws on menWashington PostA new bill in Texas takes aim at men’s medical procedures. On Friday, state Rep. Jessica Farrar (D-Houston) filed Texas House bill 4260, titled “Man’s Right to Know Act,” which would require men to wait 24 hours after an “initial health care …Satirical ...
Washington Post Employees who decline genetic testing could face penalties under proposed billWashington PostEmployers could impose hefty penalties on employees who decline to participate in genetic testing as part of workplace wellness programs if a bill approved by a U.S. House committee this week becomes law. In general, employers don’t have that power …Why a House ...
