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In healthcare, transdisciplinary teams often collaborate in order to develop multifaceted and individualized care plans for patients. Providers from a variety of disciplines band together to share solutions and strategies in order to develop and execute optimal healthcare plans for patients. This type of approach of coordinating care is often used for patients who have […]

Healthcare organizations manage and share the protected health information (PHI) of thousands of patients, making them one of the top targets of cyber criminals. Most implement Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies that can increase the likelihood of HIPAA violations or cyber security threats if not done so correctly. Lua helps mobile healthcare organizations work […]

Recent studies have shown that mobile healthcare and texting apps, in collaboration with physicians, help patients improve monitoring and management of chronic illnesses and medication adherence. A study conducted on a small group at Washington University in St. Louis found that using two-way texting to communicate with patients could be more effective in promoting medication […]

One of the worst global malware attacks to date has infected nearly 200,000 computer systems in almost 150 countries. The malware attack, referred to as “WannaCrypt” or “WannaCry”, encrypts or freezes all files on computers and requests $300 in Bitcoin currency in exchange for returned access to the files (bgr.com). If the ransom isn’t paid […]

After a series of unfortunate events, the Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas has been fined $2.4 million for various HIPAA violations stemming from a patient’s use of a fraudulent driver’s license in 2015. The event gained great attention from both the media and immigrant rights activists as the patient was an undocumented immigrant. MHHS […]

Communication gaps in healthcare can be detrimental to patient care and organizational efficiency. Effective communication is especially necessary within home healthcare organizations. Disconnect between providers can lead to ineffective care, malpractice and dissatisfaction for both patients and employees, which may all lead to a decrease in profitability. Patients receiving care in their homes have high […]

Healthcare is transitioning into a more consumer-focused industry. Patients are increasingly more active in managing their own healthcare. They are able to gather more information about medical conditions, illnesses and treatment options. Overall, patients are able to have more of an informed opinion and say in their care than in the past. This is an […]

Calls are no longer considered the norm as texting is now the preferred mode of communication for the younger generation. Nearly all communication and daily tasks are managed through their smart devices, making them more comfortable with the convenience of text messages. Counselors and therapists continue to embrace texting as a way to enable communication […]

HIPAA violations can result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines. These violations are often caused by breaches, cyber threats, and human errors that compromise patient protected health information (PHI). Here are some tips for managing HIPAA violations that impact your patients and your organizations. After A HIPAA Violation – Lessons Learned From VUMCHealthcare […]

Nurses are vital members of the care team. Responsible for numerous duties, nurses are committed to providing superior care to patients, aiding in treatment and recovery, reducing the number of post-procedure complications and infections. These responsibilities include but are not limited to providing medical care and emotional support to patients, updating files and other administrative […]