Health Populi

JULY 31, 2023

Nearly all patients are concerned about their medical records getting leaked or breached, which is The State of Patient Privacy , the title of a consumer study from Health Gorilla with a headline finding that “Patients don’t trust Big Tech with their health data.”

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

AUGUST 10, 2022

Jane Doe, a patient at UCSF Medical Center and Dignity Health Medical Foundation, has filed a lawsuit against Facebook’s parent company in relation to its health data privacy practices. More About Facebook’s Meta Lawsuit & Data Privacy in Healthcare. HIPAA Compliant Cybersecurity: Practical Implementation Tips.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 16, 2023

A February 2023 report published by researcher Joanne Kim outlines the results of a two-month study of how data brokers sell sensitive data mental health data collected from mHealth mental health apps. 4 What Are Data Brokers and How Can They Hurt Your Clients?

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 15, 2023

.” OCR’s Allegation of Cerebral Telehealth The Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the US Health and Human Services department in charge of investigating and sanctioning HIPAA violations, has posted the results of their current investigation of Cerebral. HIPAA investigations don’t occur in a vacuum.

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Health Populi

MAY 2, 2019

Just last month, Amazon announced HIPAA-compliant privacy bundled into Alexa skills with Atrium Health, Boston Children’s Hospital, CIGNA, ExpressScripts, Livongo, and Swedish Health Connect. GoInvo has been working for a long time on how to communicate health and healthcare data in enchanting ways.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Thankfully, because of RPM, patient monitoring becomes easier for physicians because it gives patients access to care by having devices such as weight scales, blood pressure monitor, to name a few, to track their own health data. How to Implement RPM in Your Practice. Train your staff on how to use RPM.

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Healthcare IT Today

MAY 23, 2023

The modern healthcare IT team must possess an array of emerging skills that allow practices to share data while ensuring that no one but the intended targets gain access to it. Let’s explore the evolution of data protection in the healthcare industry and how the best teams protect it.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 29, 2024

RPM uses technology to collect medical and health data from patients in one location and electronically transmit this information securely to healthcare providers in a different location. The data can include vital signs, weight, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and other significant health metrics.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

DECEMBER 22, 2022

RPM software is a tool that allows healthcare providers to monitor a patient’s health remotely using electronic devices. This can include using connected devices to monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels, as well as other health data such as medication adherence and symptoms.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

OCTOBER 4, 2022

How to Use Wearable Devices in Healthcare. Wearables can often use smartphones to either collect or collect and transmit data from wearables, typically by a wireless sensor that connects to the smartphone using Bluetooth technology. To properly transmit images with PHI would be to use a HIPAA-compliant texting service or EHR.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Healthcare IT Today received a demo from Rajat Mukherji at Spectrum Enterprise on how to monitor network traffic in the hospital and at home – including temperature and humidity sensors in key locations. Read more… Making Healthcare App Development and FHIR Data Access Easy. Cynthia Casatelli at e4.health

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Health Populi

JANUARY 11, 2021

Data literacy, the ability to comprehensive one’s “numbers” displayed in lab test results and other patient-facing clinical communications. Medical literacy, such as understanding medical instructions following up procedures, lab tests, and inpatient discharges to the home.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Patients are embracing the notion of monitoring their health every day, but health systems aren’t , John Lynn discovered in a chat with Rich Steinle and Scott Pradels at Carium. The conversation also covered how to remove barriers to adoption of remote monitoring technology.

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 14, 2023

In fact, a recent JAMA Health Forum report indicates that from 2016 to 2021, the annual number of ransomware attacks on the healthcare sector more than doubled. Broader security training is also necessary, such as how to lock workstations and the importance of protecting both personal and work devices while traveling or in public areas.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 25, 2020

Hospitals and practices that had never before deployed virtual-care tools learned quickly how to integrate them. But if telehealth is relatively easy to roll out and scale up, keeping the massive amounts of structured and unstructured data it generates is something more of a challenge. " Geoffrey Lottenberg, Berger Singerman.

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Health Populi

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Many personal information flows don’t fall under the HIPAA umbrella if the company isn’t a business associate. Furthermore, this week Google made news about how it will absorb the DeepMind AI business into the larger Google Health unit. Some people will want or need a quick session on how to use a mobile app.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

APRIL 19, 2023

Among them was a depiction of the medical caduceus and the term “HIPAA.” US Justice Department Privacy Update The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division withdrew three policies to clarify its position on sharing sensitive patient data on February 3, 2023. See Section 1.5

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Telehealth is the use of electronic information and communication technologies to provide health-related services remotely, such as virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and patient education. This data can then be used to monitor and efficiently manage chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.

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Health Populi

MARCH 21, 2019

That means we need a code of data ethics, and for that Andy cited Accenture’s report on Building Digital Trust with 12 principles for using data for good.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 9, 2023

Telehealth.org readers will also recall the January 4 research report titled, Some Telehealth Platforms Are Tracking Sensitive Patient Data: Are They Violating HIPAA ? It showed how 49 or 50 telehealth platforms investigated by researchers shared sensitive healthcare data with marketing companies. Read More

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

JULY 11, 2023

Among them was a depiction of the medical caduceus and the term “HIPAA.” US Justice Department Privacy Update The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division withdrew three policies to clarify its position on sharing sensitive patient data on February 3, 2023. See Section 1.5 Read More

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Mend

AUGUST 22, 2023

Records release authorization form: A patient can use this form to allow the sharing of mental health data with specific people that they choose. It allows for secure, controlled sharing of mental health records as needed. Mend is 100% secure, confidential, and HIPAA-compliant telehealth software.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Who Can Provide and How to Bill Eligible Medical Providers While billing for RPM requires supervision from a qualified healthcare professional with a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number, the good news is that much of the program administration can be handled by other skilled clinical staff, freeing up physicians’ time.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

RPM devices are becoming increasingly common in the healthcare industry, and this guide will provide an overview of how they work, their benefits, and how to choose and use the right device for your needs. Each is designed to collect specific health data and monitor specific conditions.

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 23, 2023

Coach them on what to look for in phishing attacks, how to report issues, and who to go to if they have questions. In 2023, convenience is now a patient demand, hackers understand how to take advantage of such virtual practices, and the industry has yet to widely implement the security measures needed to combat these growing threats.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Data Management: Implement robust data management policies that ensure patient data is securely collected, transmitted, and stored. Utilize data analytics tools to effectively interpret the influx of health data for timely clinical decision-making. DrKumo RPM for Hypertension Management DrKumo Inc.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

JANUARY 7, 2023

With the ability to have more health information at their fingertips thanks to this technology, patients can be educated on how to properly manage their conditions and make healthy lifestyle choices. The company’s Intelligent Cloud Server ensures the secure transmission and storage of data.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MARCH 6, 2023

In this article, we will look at expert advice on how to improve disease management programs (DMPs) and self-management techniques to provide better care and improve quality of life for patients. In conclusion, the DrKumo RPM solution offers numerous benefits to HCPs and patients, making it a crucial part of the modern health system.

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Lloyd Price

MAY 17, 2023

Educating healthcare workers about cyber security: Healthcare workers should be educated about cyber security risks and how to protect medical devices from attack. This includes teaching patients how to spot phishing attacks and how to protect their personal information.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

APRIL 20, 2023

If not mandated by a payor, telehealth abortion services usually involve HIPAA-compliant, text-based interactions. Companies are not considered covered entities under HIPAA. For instance, large healthcare insurance companies often require videoconferencing or at least one in-person visit to a brick-and-mortar office.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 4, 2023

Here are some practical tips and advice for patients on how to achieve and maintain a healthy weight through adequate nourishment and exercise: Eat a Balanced Diet: Focus on consuming a complete and balanced nutrition consisting of a variety of nutrient-dense foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

DECEMBER 17, 2022

This comprehensive insight allows providers to better link patients to treatments and resources that promote patient safety and overall health. Your role in this process is essential for the success of remote monitoring programs because patients need someone they can trust with their health data.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

DECEMBER 17, 2022

This comprehensive insight allows providers to better link patients to treatments and resources that promote patient safety and overall health. Your role in this process is essential for the success of remote monitoring programs because patients need someone they can trust with their health data.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 25, 2024

These devices seamlessly integrate with the DrKumo mobile app, allowing patients to input additional health data and receive personalized feedback from healthcare providers. The platform also provides secure access for clinicians to monitor patients’ progress and intervene as needed.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MARCH 5, 2024

Additionally, RPM fosters greater patient engagement in their own care by providing them with access to their health data and empowering them to actively participate in managing their condition alongside their healthcare team. This increased engagement can lead to improved treatment outcomes and better overall health.

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Healthcare Exchange Standards

AUGUST 3, 2016

There are many standards efforts to develop support for Patient directed Authorization to their health data. Addressing many different perspectives including BAA, Government reporting, and special sensitive health topics. One can't simply have a code "HIPAA" which is understood everywhere as meaning the same thing.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

With RPM, patients can use wearable devices or mobile apps to track their vital signs and other health data, and send this information to their healthcare providers in real-time. Your doctor may provide instructions on when it’s safe to resume normal activities and how to gradually increase physical activity.

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