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HIPAA Enforcement Discretion for HIPAA Business Associates to Share Health Data with Public Health Organizations

Healthcare IT Today

OCR (Office for Civil Rights) inside of HHS which is in charge of HIPAA enforcement has issued another notice of enforcement discretion. Roger Severino, OCR Director, announced that OCR will exercise it’s enforcement discretion and not impose penalties for violations of certain HIPAA provisions.

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iPads for telehealth can help reduce depression in patients

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Many clients had never used technology before, and after becoming familiar with how to use video calling were able to connect with family and friends; find groups to participate in for social activities, exercise or hobbies; and learn about topics they found interesting." It uses GrandPads and iPads for hardware. MEETING THE CHALLENGE.

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Bonus Features – September 25, 2022 – More than 90% of patients prefer providers who offer telemedicine, Sequoia Project releases info blocking resources, and more

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Surgical training platform Osso VR announced that orthopedic residents trained using virtual reality completed exercises 25% faster and with fewer errors and higher scores than those using traditional guided instruction.

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How Healthcare Organizations Can Overcome Low Adoption Rates of Patient Portal Users?

Healthcare IT Today

For instance, it is common practice for health professionals to refer their patients to the organization’s portal in order to retrieve patient information such as discharge documents, care and exercise instructions, patient’s rights information and more. Exercise instructions. Consent forms. Clinical notes during visit.

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Don’t Ignore These Symptoms Of Heart Attack In Diabetics

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

It is important to note that some diabetics may experience a silent heart attack, which can go unnoticed or be mistaken for other health issues. Therefore, if you experience any of the above symptoms, or if you have any concerns about your heart health, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

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Signs of Heart Disease from Alcohol: Symptoms & Causes

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Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and limited alcohol consumption can help improve heart health and reduce the risk of developing heart disease. This includes regular exercise, a balanced diet, and managing other risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

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Featured Health IT Job: Vice President, Compliance and Program Development

Healthcare IT Today

As always, you can search our Health IT job board for a variety of jobs from leading companies in the industry. Looks like a great opportunity for those with experience in compliance and program development! If this looks like a position that would interest you, check out the full details for the job and how to apply.

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