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My Health, My Data – Thinking Consumers, Privacy and Self-Care at HIMSS 2023

Health Populi

The Washington State legislature passed House Bill 1155, aka the My Health, My Data Act , last week. Governor Jay Inslee is expected to sign this into State law later this year. The bill expands privacy protections for Washington State’s health citizens beyond HIPAA’s provisions. First, the law.

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The Evolution of a Patient Ambassador – Learning from Stacy Hurt

Health Populi

Stacy doubled down on the explanation of being a “healthcare executive” before morphing into patient advocate. I wanted a robust career in healthcare management, but it just so happened that my career got disrupted…twice,” she recounted. I like business and people.

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Study: NYC Black, Latino patients less likely than white patients to use telehealth during pandemic

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As the novel coronavirus spread across the United States this spring, the demand for telehealth skyrocketed in turn – as did concerns about patient access to virtual care. "It hits harder those who are already struggling, who lack access to healthcare. Kat Jercich is senior editor of Healthcare IT News.

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Patient experience: new perspectives on person-focused care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Feature More than ever before, healthcare organizations are working harder to prioritize the patient experience. News The future of healthcare: What 2022 could bring A look ahead at what the uptick in interest and usage of digital health will mean for the future of. By HIMSS Media | December 01, 2021. The office.

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Innovative offerings from 2020 (virtual) HIMSS

Aging in Place Technology Watch

HIMSS was canceled – but the briefings went on to shed a light on what’s new. In addition, HIMSS is in the process of arranging a digital version of HIMSS. As the newly published vision states: “No longer is telehealth merely a virtual urgent care service. The service is offered online and on mobile devices. Learn more.

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Telehealth and mail-order abortion possible in some states during pandemic

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

" Abortion providers told Healthcare IT News that they had already shifted much of their practice over to telehealth in the interest of patient safety. As with other healthcare specialties, McNicholas acknowledged that not every case is right for telehealth. Kat Jercich is senior editor of Healthcare IT News.

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Former CMS chief of staff previews 4 areas of value-based care in 2022

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Value-based care continues to take root in healthcare. This is why, as the new year approaches, Healthcare IT News has sat down with an expert in value-based care to get his views on what 2022 will hold for the payment system. What can healthcare provider organizations do in 2022 to fight burnout and retain staff?