Remote Monitoring From The Editor

  1. Rebuilding The PHR 4/3/2013

    The demise of Google Health in 2011 proved that consumers weren’t ready for an “untethered” electronic PHR (personal heath record). However, the healthcare industry has changed a lot in two years, and this PHR model may finally be gaining favor with patients … and providers.

  2. A Perfect Storm For Price Transparency 3/20/2013

    Healthcare reform and patient engagement initiatives may finally drive patients to demand price transparency from their health providers. Are you ready for this uprising?

  3. The Top 5 Trends From HIMSS13 3/12/2013

    As the largest conference the city of New Orleans ever hosted, HIMSS13 delivered a ton of exciting health IT news and developments. However, these five takeaways made the biggest impression on me at the event.

  4. Let The HIMSSanity Begin! 3/4/2013

    I can’t take credit for the term “HIMSSanity.” I first saw it on an infographic that CDW published last week. However, it’s a perfect term to describe what the HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition has become. In an economy that has taken its toll on several trade shows and events, HIMSS continues to grow stronger.

  5. No Respect For Clinical Decision Support 2/22/2013

    A recent study shows that patients have less respect for physicians that consult EHR clinical decision support tools prior to making a diagnosis. This article explores possible reasons for this negative perception and offers a possible solution.

  6. 5 Tips To Avoiding ICD-10 Disaster 2/15/2013

    With the ICD-10 deadline looming, here’s what you need to know to ensure you’re prepared for the coding and reimbursement changes on the horizon.

  7. Technology & The Rise Of The Healthcare Extender 2/8/2013

    Much has been written about how physicians are leveraging technology in patient care, but how are nurse practitioners, medical assistants and other non-MD healthcare professionals benefiting from IT adoption?

  8. The Truth Behind “Free” EHRs 1/25/2013

    Free ambulatory EHR platforms are becoming popular among physicians, but what’s the catch? How can some vendors give EHRs away when others charge thousands per installation? This article provides detailed insight into some of the leading free EHRs on the market and outlines key areas to consider when evaluating these platforms.

  9. 4 IT Tools To Fight The Flu Epidemic 1/18/2013

    We’re currently in the middle of one of the worst flu seasons on record. What role can technology play to not only support the treatment of sick patients, but prevent future outbreaks?

  10. Is Healthcare Entering An Era Of Technology Discrimination? 1/8/2013

    With technology positioned to play such a vital role in healthcare delivery, are patients with limited access to technology at a distinct disadvantage? Editor In Chief Ken Congdon explores this issue.