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Some Telehealth Platforms Are Tracking Sensitive Patient Data: Are They Violating HIPAA?

Telebehavioral Health Institute

Shared information can include detailed descriptions of health issues, names, street addresses, email addresses, diagnoses, or prescription information. Key aspects of HIPAA that might be relevant include: HIPAA requires covered entities (e.g., They may or may not be governed by HIPAA. Clash of the Titans?

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HIPAA Compliance Checklist: How to Protect Patient Data

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires healthcare organizations, including doctors, to maintain the privacy and security of patient data. A practical HIPAA compliance checklist is essential to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations. What Is HIPAA Compliance?

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7 Healthcare Technology Trends for 2022

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

HIMSS Future of Healthcare report stated that 80% of healthcare providers plan to increase investment in technology and digital solutions over the next five years. [1] Here are the 7 healthcare technology trends for 2022. Ransomware was used in the attack, and the healthcare data of 1.2 HIPAA Journal.

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Global Healthcare Informatics Market Trends, Forecasts and Competitive Strategies, 2021-2022 & 2023-2031

Digital Health Global

Product innovation is a primary strategy, with heavy investments in research and development for advanced solutions, enhanced analytics, and seamless integration with other healthcare systems to enhance clinical decisions and patient care. Initiatives like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the U.S.

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

Lloyd Price

Improved compliance with regulations: SSI facilitates easier compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA by enabling patients to manage their data consent and access logs efficiently. This empowers them to manage their health information and participate actively in their care decisions.

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Telehealth Popularity for Generation Z’s Mental Health Crisis

Telebehavioral Health Institute

This inclination may be attributed to many Gen Zers accessing mental health services during their K-12 years and high school. To effectively treat this young demographic, healthcare technology needs to evolve. Moreover, healthcare technology must address the loneliness and isolation prevalent among Generation Z.

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Telehealth Popularity for Generation Z’s Mental Health Crisis

Telebehavioral Health Institute

This inclination may be attributed to many Gen Zers accessing mental health services during their K-12 years and high school. To effectively treat this young demographic, healthcare technology needs to evolve. Moreover, healthcare technology must address the loneliness and isolation prevalent among Generation Z.