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What an MSP can do for healthcare providers

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More and more healthcare organizations are turning to managed IT services providers (MSPs) for their IT needs. Outsourcing their IT functions enables hospitals and clinics to focus on being healthcare providers rather than IT professionals. Here are some of the best benefits of hiring one: MSPs guarantee quick response times Constant system uptime and availability… Continue reading What an MSP can do for healthcare providers

What is the value of managed IT services in healthcare?

The healthcare industry is relying on tech more than ever. Between implementing telemedicine, adopting data management best practices, and juggling countless other recent tech developments, managing business IT is a complex task, and so is best done by a managed IT services provider (MSP). Let’s explore the benefits of partnering with one: MSPs guarantee quick… Continue reading What is the value of managed IT services in healthcare?

Here’s how hospitals can benefit from managed IT services

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New technology is the heartbeat of modern medicine, which means hospitals spend more every year on IT to accommodate it. Whether your practice is struggling with integrating innovations or managing technologies, managed IT services providers (MSPs) are an ideal IT support option. Here’s why. MSPs guarantee quick response times Constant system uptime and availability can… Continue reading Here’s how hospitals can benefit from managed IT services

Are you HIPAA-compliant? 4 Things to look into

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations pertaining to IT have become much clearer over the past few years, but there are still a few areas in which your office might not be compliant. This isn’t necessarily because of negligence on your part, but rather a lack of understanding of the requirements. Let’s look… Continue reading Are you HIPAA-compliant? 4 Things to look into

4 Important factors about HIPAA and your IT

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Medical records are private and their exposure could lead to negative consequences such as social stigma and job discrimination. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects these data and grants patients the right to view their own health information so that they can enjoy more control over their care. Healthcare practices must therefore… Continue reading 4 Important factors about HIPAA and your IT

4 Important details about HIPAA compliance

Getting your practice up to code when it comes to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations can seem challenging upon first glance, but knowing where your IT efforts must be prioritized is the first step. In this article, we’ll zero in on four of the most critical items you must look into to… Continue reading 4 Important details about HIPAA compliance

How does social media usage affect HIPAA compliance?

Social media can be an effective tool for sharing experiences, building professional connections, and broadcasting conventional healthcare announcements. However, posts that contain client or patient-specific information can have dire consequences for healthcare organizations. What social media actions violate HIPAA rules? Posting patients’ protected health information on social media, even if it’s accidentally, without the patients’… Continue reading How does social media usage affect HIPAA compliance?

HIPAA calls for careful social media behavior

Healthcare providers that use social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can interact with their patients, advertise new services, and communicate urgent announcements. Even though there’s immense potential for social media to improve healthcare, it can also expose patient-specific information when used irresponsibly. What social media actions violate HIPAA rules? Posting patients’ protected health information… Continue reading HIPAA calls for careful social media behavior

Social media guidelines to stay HIPAA-compliant

HIPAA was established to protect the privacy of medical providers and their patients. And while there are no specific guidelines when it comes to social media usage in healthcare, every healthcare organization must implement security protocols that adhere to privacy policies. What social media actions violate HIPAA rules? Posting patients’ protected health information on social… Continue reading Social media guidelines to stay HIPAA-compliant

Stop insider threats within healthcare organizations

Insider threats are anyone within your organization who has knowledge of your computer systems and who can expose your data. They can be any of your current or former associates, contractors, or employees. Insider threats are a major risk to any company, including those in the healthcare sector. Let’s take a look at five ways… Continue reading Stop insider threats within healthcare organizations