Legislation
The Joint Commission's Responsible Use of Health Data certification creates a standard that helps assure that data is used in a meaningful, appropriate and safe way, says Matt Kull, chief information and digital strategy officer for Inova Health System.
The editors of Healthcare IT News, Healthcare Finance News and MobiHealthNews discuss AI's value in 2025 in areas such as assisting with administrative tasks, drug discovery, documentation, precision medicine and imaging.
The integration can enhance workflow, reduce compliance risks and improve the experience for residents and families, says Will Cantrell, director of product solutions at InteliChart.
Cindy Henry, director of population health informatics at ZeOmega, explores the recent trends in Star Ratings, the contributing factors behind lower scores across the board and strategies to adapt as the program's standards continue to rise.
Cliff Steinhauer, information security and engagement director at the National Cybersecurity Alliance, says legislative proposals related to cybersecurity will receive strong support as the frequency and severity of cyber incidents grow.
To defend against attacks from ransomware players like Scattered Spider, HHS provides goals to help organizations improve their cybersecurity posture, says Troy Adams, cyber engagement specialist, Department of Health and Human Services.
HIMSS Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum reaffirms how cybersecurity can prevent disruption of patient care, says Ian Mack, IT senior security analyst for the University of Virginia and the communications chair for HIMSS Virginia Chapter.
A new cybersecurity mandate in New York requires hospitals to implement incident reporting within 72 hours and have a chief information security officer, says George Pappas, healthcare cybersecurity expert and CEO of Intraprise Health.
Valerie Rogers, senior director of government relations at HIMSS, discusses the need to address inequities within maternal health by leveraging technology, including digital health, across the spectrum of care and via federal public policy.
Attorney Everett Wilson, managing partner at Polsinelli's Miami office, discusses overall changes in Medicare and Medicare Advantage - and how the recent benefits changes affect consumers, payers and plans.