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Health informaticians weave medicine, tech and science
Natalie Pageler, M.D., explains the setup of informaticist teams at Stanford Children's Health and what motivates clinicians to join this data-heavy field.
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- Facebook's medical data sharing plan raises privacy concerns
Facebook's proposal to match anonymized patient data with user profiles has some experts worried about the possible privacy implications of such a project.
- Medical imaging informatics is the next data step forward
Weaving the science of health informatics and the data within medical images presents a tremendous opportunity for healthcare organizations in the future.
- Medical imaging data will go further with informatics, mobile
Learn about seven areas to watch when it comes to healthcare imaging data, including how informatics and artificial intelligence will use such information.
Definitions
- Practice Fusion
Practice Fusion Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that developed a free electronic health record (EHR) system available to physicians as software as a service (SaaS).
- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)
An RHIA, or registered health information administrator, is a certified professional who oversees the creation and use of patient health information, including analyzing that data.
- 21st Century Cures Act
The 21st Century Cures Act is a wide-ranging healthcare bill that funds medical research and development, medical device innovation, mental health research and care, opioid addiction treatment and prevention, and health information technology.
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EHR systems
Electronic health record (EHR) systems play a vital role in health care -- and, as of 2015, EHR use is mandatory for health care providers in the U.S. Find resources here for navigating the complexities of using EHR systems, from EHR selection and implementation to user training. EHR vendors can also learn about the federal government's EHR certification program here.
Recent Definitions
- Practice Fusion
Practice Fusion Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that developed a free electronic health record (EHR) system available to physicians as software as a service (SaaS).
- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)
An RHIA, or registered health information administrator, is a certified professional who oversees the creation and use of patient health information, including analyzing that data.
- vendor neutral archive (VNA)
A vendor neutral archive (VNA) is a technology that stores medical images in a standard format and interface, making them accessible to healthcare professionals regardless of what proprietary system created the images.
Highlights
- Researchers use EHR data to predict opioid prescriptions
- Execs discuss their participation in Apple Health app pilot
- HIMSS notebook: EHR trends embraced by vendors with AI and CRM
More EHR systems Topics
- Electronic health record (EHR) implementation
- Electronic health record (EHR) management
- Electronic health record (EHR) vendor selection
- Electronic health record system (EHR) certification
Health care regulations
Federal health care regulations can have a tremendous impact on an organization's health IT strategy and budget. Find out how new health care laws about electronic health record (EHR) use, quality reporting and ICD-10 codes -- and the deadlines associated with them -- are affecting the ways that hospitals do business. In addition, learn how providers are addressing federal health care regulations meant to improve care quality and cut costs.
Recent Definitions
- 21st Century Cures Act
The 21st Century Cures Act is a wide-ranging healthcare bill that funds medical research and development, medical device innovation, mental health research and care, opioid addiction treatment and prevention, and health information technology.
- HITECH (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health) Act of 2009
The HITECH (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health) Act of 2009 is legislation that was created to stimulate the adoption of electronic health records (EHR) and the supporting technology in the United States.
- Epic Systems
Epic Systems is one of the largest providers of health information technology, used primarily by large U.S. hospitals and health systems to access, organize, store and share electronic medical records.
Highlights
- Facebook's medical data sharing plan raises privacy concerns
- Sweeping 21st Century Cures Act funds healthcare initiatives
- Report: Patient relationship management could curb readmissions
More Health care regulations Topics
- ACO (Accountable care organizations)
- Clinical and hospital quality reporting
- Federal health care policy issues and health care reform
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
- HITECH Act and meaningful use requirements
- ICD-10 implementation and training
IT infrastructure
Find resources, news and tips on health care IT infrastructure systems and design and building electronic health systems, including medical devices, servers and virtual servers, desktops and virtual desktops, laptops, storage, wired and wireless networking, security systems and disaster recovery.
Recent Definitions
- biofeedback
Biofeedback is a system that monitors biological data from users and trains them to improve their physiological responses, with the goal of improving physical and mental health and performance.
- transformative technology
Transformative technology is hardware- and software-based tools designed to enhance human psychological well-being, cognitive function and physical capabilities.
- vendor neutral archive (VNA)
A vendor neutral archive (VNA) is a technology that stores medical images in a standard format and interface, making them accessible to healthcare professionals regardless of what proprietary system created the images.
Highlights
- Medical imaging informatics is the next data step forward
- Medical imaging data will go further with informatics, mobile
- Sweeping 21st Century Cures Act funds healthcare initiatives
More IT infrastructure Topics
- Client health care computer systems, software and hardware
- Electronic health care systems, data centers and servers
- Electronic medical records security and data loss prevention
- Health care cloud architecture
- Health records storage management and systems
- Medical technology devices
- Mobile health systems and devices
- PACS (Picture archiving and communication system)
- Wired and wireless networking for health care
Health IT planning
Understand what health care providers need to know about health care IT management and organization and managing regional health care partners and networks, including organization and governance, electronic health record requirements, health care regulation, health care funding, certification, compliance and interoperability.
Recent Definitions
- 21st Century Cures Act
The 21st Century Cures Act is a wide-ranging healthcare bill that funds medical research and development, medical device innovation, mental health research and care, opioid addiction treatment and prevention, and health information technology.
- Epic Systems
Epic Systems is one of the largest providers of health information technology, used primarily by large U.S. hospitals and health systems to access, organize, store and share electronic medical records.
- FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources)
Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) is an interoperability standard for electronic exchange of healthcare information.
Highlights
- Facebook's medical data sharing plan raises privacy concerns
- As digital healthcare expands, tough questions arise
- Execs discuss their participation in Apple Health app pilot
More Health IT planning Topics
- Establishing interoperable electronic health systems
- Health information exchange implementation and management
- Organizing health care staff and networks
- Regional extension centers
Health IT conferences
Major health IT conferences offer IT professionals a great opportunity to meet their peers and see new products in action. Focusing on topics such as information management, coding, radiology, telehealth and mobile health, these health information technology conferences are also great learning opportunities. Our editorial staff attends HIMSS, AHIMA and other health IT events and one-day seminars to get the pulse of the industry. Find news, videos and other coverage of these health IT conferences here.
Recent Definitions
- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)
An RHIA, or registered health information administrator, is a certified professional who oversees the creation and use of patient health information, including analyzing that data.
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is a professional organization that promotes the business and clinical uses of electronic and paper-based medical information.
- telemedicine
Telemedicine is the remote delivery of healthcare services, such as health assessments or consultations, over the telecommunications infrastructure.
Highlights
- Health informaticians weave medicine, tech and science
- As digital healthcare expands, tough questions arise
- HIMSS notebook: EHR trends embraced by vendors with AI and CRM
More Health IT conferences Topics
- AHIMA conference and exhibition
- ATA telemedicine conference and exposition
- CHIME CIO forum and education sessions
- HIMSS conference and exhibition
- RSNA conference and annual meeting
Hospital IT applications
Find out everything you need to know about running electronic health care systems and applications, including, records management, billing and inventory.
Recent Definitions
- vendor neutral archive (VNA)
A vendor neutral archive (VNA) is a technology that stores medical images in a standard format and interface, making them accessible to healthcare professionals regardless of what proprietary system created the images.
- corporate wellness technology
Corporate wellness technology is software, and sometimes associated hardware, that human resources departments use to improve and manage workers' health and well-being.
- patient engagement
Patient engagement is an ideal healthcare situation in which people are well-informed about -- and motivated to be involved -- in their own medical care.
Highlights
- Health informaticians weave medicine, tech and science
- Facebook's medical data sharing plan raises privacy concerns
- Medical imaging informatics is the next data step forward
More Hospital IT applications Topics
- Clinical data analytics software and systems
- Clinical decision support systems
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic medical billing systems
- Health care business intelligence systems
- Health care cloud applications and services
- Health care inventory management systems and software
- Personal health record software and services
- Population health management
- Workflow and process management software and systems
Health IT compliance
Determine the requirements, policies and controls for managing electronic health care IT compliance, including privacy and security of personal medical records, personal health information and as required by ARRA, HITECH and HIPAA.
Recent Definitions
- 21st Century Cures Act
The 21st Century Cures Act is a wide-ranging healthcare bill that funds medical research and development, medical device innovation, mental health research and care, opioid addiction treatment and prevention, and health information technology.
- patient engagement
Patient engagement is an ideal healthcare situation in which people are well-informed about -- and motivated to be involved -- in their own medical care.
- Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA, ACA or Obamacare)
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (more commonly referred to as the Affordable Care Act, ACA or Obamacare) is a healthcare law passed by Congress in 2010 during the administration of President Barack Obama.
Highlights
- Preventing diagnostic errors in medicine with software
- Researchers use EHR data to predict opioid prescriptions
- Cybersecurity in healthcare ails from lack of IT talent
More Health IT compliance Topics
- Electronic health records privacy compliance
- Electronic health records security compliance
- Patient safety and quality improvement