The demand for telehealth is booming because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the U.S., 24% of hospitals have now adopted virtual care programs as citizens are showing a preference for remote care rather than going to hospitals. For many healthcare organizations, the rush to implement telecom and IT services to support telehealth was necessary; but it created new expenses that now need to be controlled. The need for telehealth services won’t be going away anytime soon, but hospitals must now … [Read more...]
Create a Healthcare Technology Roadmap That Takes You Into the Future
Business technology is constantly evolving, and organizations across industries have to shift how they utilize their own technology to keep up with the pace of change. In healthcare, especially, keeping up is critical because of the sensitive nature of patient information and the importance of providing effective care. What can you expect from the future of healthcare technology? There are a few driving factors that will impact your strategy at your healthcare organization. Here’s what you … [Read more...]
How to Mitigate Four Major Cyber Security Risks in Healthcare
Healthcare systems are highly targeted by cyber criminals. At the same time, keeping sensitive data like electronic health records (EHRs) secure is more important than ever, both to protect patients and to stay compliant with regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Making cyber security risks in healthcare even more complicated is the evolving nature of the threats faced by healthcare systems. Mobile security, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and … [Read more...]
