Resources

WEBINAR: Mobile Optimized Healthcare API Programs: New Revenue from Legacy Data March 13, 2013 | Intel Three mega trends (mobile apps, partner/developer API programs, and healthcare data integration/portability) have converged to create a new revenue generating opportunity for Healthcare Providers and Payers that is all the rage: API Developer Community Portals. In this webinar, we present premier case studies from AETNA that illustrates best practices to building a successful API Program in any industry.  More
Getting Right With the Joint Commission March 07, 2013 | Amcom Acting quickly on critical results has been part of the Joint Commission's annual goals since 2005. So why has this goal been less successfully implemented? Explore caregiver communications within our proposed Hospital Communication Bill of Rights, including critical test results reporting, and look at how to address some of the common challenges with the help of modern-day technology.  More
mHIMSS Case Study: The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia February 26, 2013 | mHIMSS The key findings are focused on current and future projects which integrate mobile and wireless devices into the care delivery setting.The framework provided is based on the mHIMSS Roadmap which highlights six key areas of focus.  More
PCI Compliant Data Centers February 19, 2013 | OnlineTech Healthcare providers increasingly adopt applications and devices allowing patients to make payments for their service online. In addition to the need to meet HIPAA compliance, transmitting, storing, or processing processing cardholder data necessitates PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards) compliance. This white paper elucidates PCI DSS compliance, pinpointing concerns and standards companies should be aware of when determining how to secure cardholder data in a compliant manner.   More
Keeping the Reliability of Fax Services While Adopting the Cloud February 13, 2013 | eFax Corporate In 2009 healthcare providers began the conversion from paper to electronic health records. This transition not only brought many new capabilities, but the fear that widely adopted technologies would no longer be relevant. The fax machine has been one of the most significant devices in data transference and many healthcare providers still use the fax to order patient prescriptions. Learn how cloud-based faxing marries the familiar with the new and can provide you with a secure solution that reduces costs and keeps you in control of your data management.   More
Leveraging Mobile Technology to Reduce Hospital Readmissions February 12, 2013 | Qualcomm Life With the Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP), under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) now underway, reducing readmissions has become a frontline issue for all acute-care hospitals receiving payment under the Medicare Inpatient Prospective Payment System. This white paper discusses how prominent hospitals and health systems are using remote monitoring devices and applications in their programs as a way to connect patients and clinicians and to impact care outside of the organization. It also outlines results from the 2nd Annual HIMSS Mobile Technology Survey and reviews the benefits of mobile technology on patient care, barriers to mobile technology use and clinicians’ concerns about the use of mobile technology.  More
Turning Chaos into Calm: Three Ways Smartphones Improve the ED Throughput Process February 11, 2013 | Voalte Hospital clinicians tackle an array of critical tasks every day, yet nowhere are these tasks more rampant than in the ED. Patients arrive 24/7, requiring around-the-clock registration and triage. ED nurses must oversee the transfer of patients to providers, to diagnostics, to critical laboratory and pharmacy, and to therapies. They must also coordinate admission or release. This white paper will help you understand the causes of inefficient ED communication and identify ways to improve your throughput process.  More
Four Steps to Developing a Successful Smartphone Strategy February 11, 2013 | Voalte Smartphones have worked their way into hospitals as caregivers increasingly bring personal devices to work. Innovative hospitals are planning how to leverage these devices for maximum impact. A sound mobility strategy includes preparing the infrastructure and planning the workflow changes necessary. Download this white paper and learn how a successful smartphone strategy help you build an effective mobility model, develop an efficient workflow process and deploy devices that clinicians want and enjoy using.  More
Crawl, Walk, Run: Three Steps to Improving Clinical Efficiency and Effectiveness February 11, 2013 | Voalte Hospitals recognize the importance of communication. They realize clinicians must be able to connect easily with each other, their patients, laboratory and radiology staff, and other providers. However, many hospitals equip clinicians with tools like legacy wireless phones, pagers, PDAs and voice badges, creating a communication tool belt and weakening communication.   More
Secure, Enterprise Ready Text Messaging and Collaboration for Care Coordination February 11, 2013 | IQMax Text messaging has expanded beyond the realm of a simple message between two individuals. As Physicians and nurses are increasingly using smartphones to communicate and collaborate with their team members, the need for a secure and enterprise-wide platform that handles all form of communications – text messages, calls, alerts & tasks is crucial for patient care coordination.  More
Mobile Solutions for the Modern Hospital February 06, 2013 | Formfast and McKesson With the widespread adoption of mobile technologies, many stakeholders in healthcare wonder where exactly there are opportunities to use this platform to improve healthcare.   More
Leveraging Mobile Technology to Reduce Hospital Readmissions February 06, 2013 | Qualcomm Life During this webinar, we will review a recently published HIMSS Media white paper discussing how prominent hospitals and health systems are using remote monitoring devices and applications in their programs as a way to connect patients and clinicians and to impact care outside of the organization. We’ll also review results from the 2nd Annual HIMSS Mobile Technology Survey and talk about the benefits of mobile technology on patient care, barriers to mobile technology use and clinicians’ concerns about the use of mobile technology.   More
HIPAA Compliant Data Centers January 24, 2013 | Online Tech Healthcare providers must assure patients the utmost security, confidentiality, and integrity of sensitive information. This means maintaining total HIPAA compliance within their organization, including healthcare IT infrastructure. This white paper elucidates HIPAA compliant IT infrastructure, from physical and environmental controls, to appropriate guidelines between a Covered Entity and data center provider when outsourcing. It also helps clarify key points including service provider qualifications, and why Business Associate Agreements are integral for establishing accountability with partners.   More
Mobile Security January 24, 2013 | Online Tech Mobile device use in the workplace, or BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), presents its own benefits and challenges within organizations. Interoperability, cost, security and usability are just a few of the issues CIOs find themselves faced with. This white paper describes security risks, compliance recommendations, and other key considerations when exploring the mobile option. It also features a case study of a successful mobile architecture within a healthcare environment focused on patient security and privacy.  More
mHIMSS Twitter Cheat January 21, 2013 | mHIMSS Are you looking for something to say during #mHS12? Want to ensure a properly composed #mHealth tweet?   More