Health IT In March: A Look Back

By John Oncea, Editor

What was most important to our readers in March? Take a look back at last month by reviewing the 10 most popular articles that appeared on Health IT Outcomes.

1. Internet Of Things Grows 40% In Healthcare
   The adoption of the IoT will transform healthcare as well as require a solid strategy for success. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
2. White House Names First Chief Data Scientist
   Dr. DJ Patil named first Chief Data Scientist and will help shape data policies and practices. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
3. Is Apple HealthKit Doing More Harm Than Good?
   Questions begin to emerge regarding the use and effectiveness of data gathered by HealthKit. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
4. Telehealth Is About To Change Everything
   Why 2015 may be the year telehealth finally goes mainstream and what providers can expect once it does. By Ken Congdon, editor-in-chief
5. DoD Narrows Field For $11 Billion EHR Contract
   Narrowing of solicitation notice knocks PwC and others out of the pool. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
6. Predictive Analytics Deter Healthcare Fraud
   Predictive analytics used by CMS prevented more than $210 in healthcare fraud in just one year. By Katie Wike, contributing writer
7. EHR Vendor Competition Leaves Providers Undecided
   KLAS reports competition between key EHR vendors is heating up. By Katie Wike, contributing writer
8. Lawmakers Say No More ICD-10 Delays
   The House Subcommittee urges compliance with the current October 2015 ICD-10 deadline. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
9. ICD-10 Preparedness Disconnect Found
   While 82% of providers polled express optimism about October’s transition, only 21% believe they are on track for it. By Christine Kern, contributing writer
10. Video-Based Translation Services Implemented At Florida Hospital
    The My Accessible Real-Time Trusted Interpreter System is being used at Holy Cross Hospital to serve patients who are of limited English proficiency and deaf/hard of hearing. By Julia Ernst, MS, contributing writer