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Self-sovereign identity (SSI) - the future of Health Data?

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: Self-sovereign identity (SSI) holds immense potential to revolutionize the future of health data, empowering individuals to take control of their information and fostering a more secure, transparent, and patient-centric healthcare ecosystem.

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The 'internet of healthy things' poses unique privacy challenges

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As exciting as advancements have been, however, Joy Pritts, fellow at the Innovators Network Foundation and former chief privacy officer at the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT, raised concerns about virtual care technology outpacing privacy protection policies. Kat Jercich is senior editor of Healthcare IT News.

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The Future of Heart Failure Management: Innovations in Remote Patient Technology

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote Patient Monitoring ( RPM ) represents a significant advancement in healthcare delivery, leveraging technology to bridge the gap between traditional in-clinic visits. This innovative approach utilizes various digital tools to gather a comprehensive picture of patient health data outside the clinical setting.

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Integrating RPM Data into Electronic Health Records

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or professional healthcare guidance. Interoperability Ensuring interoperability between RPM devices and Electronic Health Records Software is essential for seamless data exchange and integration.

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Home Health Monitoring System: Guide to Remote Patient Monitoring

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

As healthcare continues to evolve and adapt to modern times, more and more people are turning to remote patient monitoring as a solution for their healthcare needs. Home Health Monitoring is an essential aspect of RPM that enables patients to track their vital signs and other health metrics from the comfort of their homes.

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Essential Telemedicine Terms Clinicians Should Know

Enzyme Health

CMS is the federal agency that administers HIPAA standards and develops Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement policies for telemedicine. HIPAA : HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act , is a healthcare compliance law providing data security and privacy for the safeguarding of patient medical information.

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IT Infrastructure Needs in Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

Yesterday, we shared a number of the insights into the health data and interoperability needs in healthcare. Today, we’re going to share insights from our expert community for some of the more classic IT infrastructure needs in healthcare. Charlie Clarke, Senior Vice President of Technology at hc1.