Practice Technology

There are barriers to telehealth adoption that physicians must overcome to realize the technology’s promise.

211 possible cases involving hospitals and physicians have been reported through the ONC portal

‘Alexa, I want to talk to a doctor’

There are no specific threats at this time, but the U.S. government is warning all organizations to boost security as a precaution

Although much of the discourse around telehealth rightfully focuses on its benefits, the potential drawbacks and limitations are often glossed over, particularly around provider burden

When housing, transportation and other nonclinical data are shared electronically, clinicians can better understand their patients’ needs

Don’t buy until you try: How to tell whether the ‘next big thing’ is right for your practice

Small does not equal safe from cyber danger.

Medical billing is complex and time-consuming. Does it have to be?

Innovative technologies offer powerful potential to providers, patients, and payors

EHRs are increasingly leading to malpractice lawsuits. Here’s six issues to avoid.

Report shows public’s desire for more convenience and empathy

Ransomware is perhaps the greatest cybersecurity challenge facing the healthcare industry right now.

In-person services also will be available in eight more cities.

Leveraging insights from AI and behavioral science can improve financial outcomes as well as clinical ones.

Phishing is still the leading way hackers attack healthcare organizations.

Two letters ask that pandemic-era flexibilities become permanent.

There are many technologies and solutions that medical practices can implement to help prevent the theft and encryption of data.

Accurate coding is one of the most intricate and often frustrating tasks that doctors and staff must do.

Here are the best cybersecurity practices to follow.

The Great Resignation has rocked healthcare more than most sectors of the economy.

Americans want the technology available, but most prefer in-person visits.

For healthcare, blockchain can be used for payment processing, but it can also improve interoperability, track claims processing, or develop and maintain provider directories.

Scribes are someone who works offsite or in a different area of the practice (i.e., not in the exam room) to document important aspects of the encounter so the physician or other provider can focus on providing patient care and working more efficiently.