While both professionals, students and even patients are using social media and mobile apps to connect to others, cloud computing is what these technologies depend on. Read More »
Archive for May, 2012
Elements to consider when choosing a cloud systems vendor
Cloud computing offers various benefits, such as immediate online access, as well as the ability to view patient records regardless of where one is located. Read More »
Data encryption protects patient records
Michelle McNickle’s article from Healthcare IT News discusses a new report that details some typical myths within encrypting data. Read More »
HL7 releases new program to increase caregiver participation
Health Level Seven International (HL7) – a nonprofit standards developing organization – announced the release of its pilot membership program along with a website geared toward including caregivers’ opinions in developing standards for EHR systems. Read More »
Cloud computing offers security benefits
A new study shows that small and midsize companies (SMBs) are gaining IT security benefits from utilizing cloud computing. Read More »
Do EHRs impact productivity?
A major issue that many healthcare professionals find is the lowered productivity caused by EHR systems, which reduces the number of patients a doctor can see every day. Read More »
A medical practice in Maine achieves stage one of meaningful use
Last year, Coastal Women’s Healthcare, a medical practice serving a town of 20,000 residents, met these objectives through the use of EHR software and received incentives. Read More »
Chiropractors will need to integrate patient engagement in order to meet stage two
With the criteria to include greater patient access to computerized medical records and to offer further educational resources to patients through EHR systems, chiropractors are finding it nearly impossible to meet meaningful use. Read More »