Advances in technology have made massive changes in health care. Dozens of life-saving innovations and treatment options help to extend the average lifespan and improve the life for people who are ailing. Health care wouldnt be nearly as excellent without recent technology, and the demand for tech-savvy health professionals continues is growing. Perhaps the most momentous of … [Read more...] about Why Big Data Could Pose Big Problems for Healthcare Privacy
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4 Ways Big Data is Helping Cardiologists Successfully Treat Heart Diseases
When it comes to diseases, most people are concerned about heart disease and cancer. Because of this concern, fundraisers are held and donations made to help researchers find cures. While some people do donate to heart disease research, in years past the majority of money was being raised for cancer research. It is admirable that people have a strong desire to raise awareness … [Read more...] about 4 Ways Big Data is Helping Cardiologists Successfully Treat Heart Diseases
What Does Your Medical Record Say About You? (and who is reading it?)
What happens when you fill in that medical history questionnaire? A new doctor or a new office or sometimes it's a routine visit how many times have you filled in your personal medical information - from your address and insurance information down to the significant (or awkward) events of your medical history - the illness, the surgery, the procedure? Not only is this … [Read more...] about What Does Your Medical Record Say About You? (and who is reading it?)
5 Best Practices to Avoid Data Breaches in the Healthcare Industry
Data breaches are common and can occur at almost every type of organization or company, but they are particularly troublesome and widespread in the healthcare industry. Patients sensitive medical records are constantly at risk, whether the organization is large or small, affecting individuals at every level of data breach. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services … [Read more...] about 5 Best Practices to Avoid Data Breaches in the Healthcare Industry
Optimizing Health Insurance Claims Processing Through Data Analytics
Traditionally, the claims processing center is an insurance payers largest administrative expense. Often, its also the most procedurally and technologically encumbered functional area. With economic and regulatory pressures escalating, insurers need solutions that drive the time and cost out of claims processing. Leading insurance payers know they cannot wait for years-long IT … [Read more...] about Optimizing Health Insurance Claims Processing Through Data Analytics
