Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 15, 2023

Adding to the growing number of recent FTC investigations about data being shared by telehealth platforms for profit, Cerebral reportedly notified 3.1 million users that their protected health information was shared with tech companies like Meta, Google, and TikTok. HIPAA investigations don’t occur in a vacuum.

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Health Populi

MARCH 2, 2021

The coronavirus pandemic accelerated digital transformation of organizations, including health care providers. Furthermore, nearly one-half of people with a mental health condition also delayed care more than people who did not report mental health issues. adults polled. adults polled.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Following the release of a report by STAT and The Markup, which found 49 of 50 telehealth startups may fall short of legal requirements for HIPAA compliance, a bipartisan group of US senators has fiercely criticized several prominent telehealth startups for sharing patient data with Facebook, Google, and other major advertising platforms.

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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. With every one of these digital health encounters, from Alexa to Zipongo, a bit of data is created. mobile consumers.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

MARCH 9, 2023

from sharing sensitive information about their consumer’s mental health challenges to companies for advertising purposes. million for “deceiving consumers after promising to keep sensitive personal data private.” BetterHelp will reportedly be required to pay $7.8 Is the FTC Making an Example of BetterHelp?

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Health Populi

MARCH 10, 2020

Six in ten people are open to health and wellness services via virtual channels, over half like the idea of remote monitoring linking with at-home devices, and 1 in 2 people would be open to routine appointments through telehealth. Nearly one-half would also be keen on mental health appointments and specialty visits for chronic conditions.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Concerns over the data protection of individuals dates back to the 1970s. Data Policy in the Context of Telehealth Policy The ATA has been publishing policy statements on complex technical topics since they launched a good 30 years ago. Zebley describes the formation of the data policy workgroup as an organic development.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

APRIL 19, 2023

The FTC announcement clarified that email addresses constitute personally identifiable health information because email addresses identify visitors as people seeking mental health care. “Personal information” may be “health information” simply due to the nature of the product or service.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The legal action is one of what is likely to be an increasing number of fines issued to telehealth companies profiting from sharing consumers’ health data with advertisers, among other infractions. Under its health Breach Notification, the FTC took enforcement action, imposing a $1.5 Misrepresented its HIPAA Compliance.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

JUNE 29, 2023

While many articles describe how patient gateways and portals can better serve the medical community, this article will also discuss behavioral health, substance use, and mental health applications. Federal privacy laws protect them, such as HIPAA in the United States and PIPEDA in Canada.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 23, 2023

Sharing of Data in a Patient Portal Most patients are familiar with HIPAA and of course, expect data to be kept securely in accordance with HIPAA requirements. Now, there is a trend toward an expectation that patients are able to either download or share their data on demand.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

JULY 11, 2023

The FTC announcement clarified that email addresses constitute personally identifiable health information because email addresses identify visitors as people seeking mental health care. “Personal information” may be “health information” simply due to the nature of the product or service.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MAY 6, 2023

However, chronic stress can harm one’s health and lead to headaches, stomach disorders, and even more severe conditions like stroke and heart disease. Stressful situations can trigger the release of stress hormones that can have long-term effects on one’s physical and mental health.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

AI, or Artificial Intelligence, in healthcare refers to the use of advanced computer algorithms and data analytics to improve various aspects of medical care and administration. By identifying subtle patterns and anomalies in these data sets, AI can assist healthcare providers in making more timely and precise diagnoses.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 4, 2023

How Nutrition and Weight Management Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety Food choices have a significant impact not only on one’s physical well-being but also on their mental health. This feature is particularly useful if you have health risks such as obesity , diabetes, or high blood pressure.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

JULY 11, 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. While states are not required to submit abortion data to the CDC, most do.

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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. While states are not required to submit abortion data to the CDC, most do.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

APRIL 3, 2023

Improved mental health: Regular exercise has been shown to improve mood, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and promote overall mental well-being. Using DrKumo state-of-the-art technology, patients can continuously monitor their vital signs and health data in real-time with the help of a home blood pressure monitor.

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 22, 2022

health citizens face physical, financial, and mental health challenges of a syndemic, inflation, and stress – all of which will shape peoples’ demand side for health care and digital technology, and a supply side of providers challenged by tech-enabled organizations with design and data chops. Entering 2023, U.S.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MARCH 6, 2023

Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep, and engaging in regular physical activity can improve overall health and help manage chronic illnesses. Engaging in Regular Physical Activity: Exercise can improve physical and mental health and help manage chronic conditions.

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Lloyd Price

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Their approach is focused on hardware - using its popular iPhone and Apple Watch to turn its devices into trusted, secure channels through which medical data can flow, to help consumers better track and manage their health. Clinical Trials In 2015, Apple introduced new software, called Apple ResearchKit, for health researchers.

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Consumer eHealth Engagement

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Sonde Health is interested in capturing and using a patient’s voice samples as health measures for different physical (e.g. sinus congestion) and mental health conditions (e.g. Lessons from Voice Health Innovators. Several organizations are anxiously awaiting for HIPAA compliant voice devices.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Mental health is one of the major challenges in today’s digitally-driven world. Use Cases in Mental Healthcare Assistance in Diagnosis Doctors must go through patient conversations, data, background, and other factors and this can be tedious. This helps medical practitioners to efficiently design their treatment plans.

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