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Senators intro bipartisan effort toward modernizing health privacy laws

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Broadly popular technologies such as apps and wearables were barely conceivable at the time of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act's passage in 1996. "HIPAA must be updated for the modern day. The cost analysis of legislative or regulatory changes proposed in the report. THE LARGER TREND.

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Hospital at Home: Prospects and Challenges, and Learnings from Best Buy Health

Health Populi

The first graphic shown here illustrates the authors’ view on the digital evolution of HaH from delivery of care (migrating from in-person to fully virtual), telecomms (from telephone to embedded HIPAA-compliant video conferencing), and remote monitoring, moving from patient-reported data of vital signs to wearable sensors.

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Unlocking the Benefits of Remote Patient Monitoring for Asthma Patients

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

The critical elements of RPM include biometric monitoring, digital technology, and remote communication between patients and healthcare providers. This data can be used to personalize care plans and track the effectiveness of treatment over time, leading to improved outcomes and reduced costs for the health system.

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Investors are pouring billions of dollars into Smart Home HealthTech in 2019

Lloyd Price

Enthusiasm for home health technologies continues to mount, fueled by the aging population, demands for personalized healthcare and convenience, population health efforts and the shift to value-based care. Meanwhile, investors are pouring billions of dollars into technologies that can enhance care in the home.

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5 Best Practices for Remote Patient Monitoring to Keep Patients Safe and Healthy

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

When choosing a remote patient monitoring provider, consider the following: Consider whether they comply with HIPAA requirements and have URAC full accreditation. Additionally, if elderly patients are unable to properly use an RPM mobile app, they may not receive timely care when needed, which can also lead to a worsening of their health.

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5 Best Practices for Remote Patient Monitoring to Keep Patients Safe and Healthy

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

When choosing a remote patient monitoring provider, consider the following: Consider whether they comply with HIPAA requirements and have URAC full accreditation. Additionally, if elderly patients are unable to properly use an RPM mobile app, they may not receive timely care when needed, which can also lead to a worsening of their health.

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COPD Management: A Guide to Remote Patient Monitoring in 2024

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Telehealth platforms Telehealth platforms serve as the communication hub between patients and healthcare providers in the realm of RPM. Furthermore, telehealth platforms now offer integrated scheduling and appointment reminders, streamlining the process of managing COPD care remotely while ensuring adherence to treatment plans.