SUBSCRIBE TO E-NEWSLETTER7 IT security mistakes most hospitals make
For most industries, 2012 was a rough year for IT security. And healthcare firms have been especially hard hit by data breaches recently. Read more
Report: EHR incentive program too easy to defraud
Could there be changes on the way for the federal EHR incentive program? A new government probe says the program doesn’t do enough to keep providers honest when applying for the program. Read more
7 project management keys for health IT implementations
Health IT projects are often huge undertakings that can be easily derailed. Here are some project management steps providers can take during their next health IT implementation. Read more
Get ready for the biggest cloud computing risks: 3 keys
Many health care organizations are turning to cloud computing for EHR systems or other health IT. But are providers prepared to deal with the risks? Read more
Warning for patients: Look out for bogus mobile health apps
Many patients are using mobile health apps to take greater control of their own care and improve their health. But unfortunately, a lot of them may be duped by app developers selling 21st-century snake oil. Read more
3 health IT hazards that threaten patient safety
Though EHRs and other health IT systems can improve care, they could have a negative impact on patient safety if they aren’t properly designed, implemented and used. Read more
5 steps to prep health IT systems for disaster recovery
The effects of Hurricane Sandy may have organizations taking another look at their disaster recovery plans. What can healthcare providers do to make sure they’re prepared for the next disaster? Read more
Top 3 targets of cyber attacks in health care
Health care organizations are frequently hit in cyber attacks. However, criminals may not be targeting the systems and data that health IT pros use most of their resources to protect. Read more
Survey: Security is not a top priority for healthcare organizations
To protect health information, providers must have support for information security throughout the entire organization. However, that’s not how it works in most places, according to a recent survey. Read more
Will the feds put EHR incentives on hold?
Some groups, including a few lawmakers, have asked the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to halt the federal EHR incentive program so the requirements can be reworked. Read more