Do you have to change your software to comply with the CURES act?
The CURES and the 21st Century Act are all about interoperability and the exchange of information (typically through highly regulated APIs). The goal is to someday have seamless ways for patient information to move from provider to payer, provider to lab, provider to... Read More
What Is A Real Security Risk Assessment?
You’ve all heard about HIPAA’s mandatory risk assessment. Maybe, likely you have heard a good deal of conflicting information. Are you confused? Seem overwhelming? We totally understand. This topic is constantly made more complicated than it has to be – by IT... Read More
What do ODs need to know about information blocking?
Information blocking is anything that interferes with, prevents, or materially discourages access, exchange, or use of electronic health information (EHI). The concept was defined by Congress in the 21st Century Cures Act, and the ONC is responsible for defining what... Read More
BEWARE – DEA Cybercriminal Scams
A year ago, we were noting predatory actions by imposters posing as DEA, police and FBI agents. Doctors were being contacted by email and phone with threatening messages. It appears the cybercriminals are at it again. The cybercriminals will relay some URGENT story... Read More
What you need to know about 10DLC
10DLC (or 10 digit long code number registration) is a channel created by mobile carriers for business-to-consumer messaging (also known as A2P or application to person messaging) where businesses can use a local landline phone number to text customers. In an... Read MoreRecent Posts
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