Can big data lower hospital readmission rates?
Business intelligence (BI) refers to the process of gathering data and turning it into useful insights. This data can be used to make better decisions about all aspects of a business, including operations, marketing, and sales. And in today’s world, big data is crucial in enhancing processes in major industries like healthcare. BI software, which […]
The importance of HIPAA compliance to your business
For a business in or related to the healthcare industry, HIPAA is a crucial regulation. If solutions to secure data and keep it private are not implemented correctly, the organization could face hefty fines and other damaging consequences. Here are some things about HIPAA compliance you should know about. What is HIPAA The Health Insurance […]
Are EHR systems better than paper-based systems?
Healthcare companies now realize that paper-based medical records have more drawbacks than advantages, and that it’s time to switch to electronic health records (EHRs). However, while EHR systems improve the provision of patient care, they are not without their drawbacks. Find out whether adopting EHRs is worth it. What are electronic health records? EHRs are […]
HIPAA-approved social media guidelines for businesses
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) was established with the goal of protecting the privacy of medical providers and their patients. The act sets standards for how healthcare organizations must protect patient information, including what kind of security measures must be in place to keep data safe. In this blog post, […]