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New athenahealth research on Telehealth

The usage of telehealth rapidly skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare providers have realized the true value of Telemedicine EMR Software solutions post-pandemic, emerging as an important diagnostic tool and treatment vehicle, according to a recent athenahealth research. The leading provider of network-enabled software for health systems, athenahealth announced its findings last month suggesting the [...]

EHR Integration of Genomic Data Combats Burnout

Genomic data EHR Software integration could save providers time and mitigate clinician burnout according to a study in Genetics in Medicine. Genomic testing can be valuable in different medical scenarios such as determining the risk of breast cancer and offering insights into which medications will perform the best to improve patient outcome levels. However, genomic testing [...]

Older Patients Satisfied with Telemedicine during COVID-19 Pandemic

The telemedicine platform came to the forefront of care during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide effective remote care solutions to patients of all ages. Generally, there is a misconception attached to telehealth that older adults prefer in-person visits as compared to virtual care options. This myth was busted when a study published in the Journal [...]

Healthcare Mandates in 2023

2022 hasn’t wrapped up, but it makes sense to be prepared as to what is expected in the next year which can have a vital impact on healthcare organizations in the US. Smart practices will look ahead to the potential changes and updates and also how health plans will change coverage. The upcoming regulatory environment [...]

Digitizing Administrative Tasks

As a healthcare professional you are inclined toward taking care of patients and not focusing on administrative tasks. Unfortunately, operational errands and responsibilities can lead to physician burnout and increased stress levels. According to a survey, 40% of employees waste an hour-plus every day on administrative tasks. Daily administrative tasks also overwhelm staff members leading [...]

The adoption of Digital Health Tools is Accelerating

Digital health solutions and tools have revolutionized the healthcare system by improving physician reach and remote care opportunities for patients. The American Medical Association’s  AMA digital health research report released on September 14th, 2022, revealed that physician adoption of digital health tools has increased over the past six years. The survey further showed the importance [...]

AI-Driven Partnership for improved Patient Outcomes

Prime Healthcare and Artificial Intelligence (AI), and automation company Steer Health have announced a strategic partnership to enhance patient outcomes and care access. The enterprise collaboration aims to create a next-generation customer experience for Prime Healthcare’s 45 hospitals and 300 outpatient locations in 13 states. Benefits of the automation-based consumer-engaged platform As per the healthcare partnership, [...]

Surescripts enable Health Data Exchange for 20% of Americans

According to Surescripts, in the first six months of this year, healthcare interoperability has grown rapidly. The company has been successful to support health data exchange for almost 20% of Americans. Why is interoperability important in healthcare? Health information technology systems are being used by healthcare organizations, these software solutions include EHR systems, Medical billing [...]

Top 5 Tools to Boost Patient Engagement

It has become even more crucial that existing and new patients are connected to your practice due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Patient engagement levels depend upon enhanced connectivity options. The Healthcare IT News revealed that the healthcare industry will adopt a holistic methodology for patient engagement and access. Unified solutions will be deployed by [...]

The top Features of RCM Software

Since the COVID-19 pandemic healthcare organizations have been financially hit. To gain better control over the flow of revenue and enhance the financial health of a practice, a robust Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Software system must be deployed. What a Revenue Cycle Management Software? RCM solutions are designed to help providers manage their revenue cycle [...]

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