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In 2025, look for more digital-first patient engagement and data-driven decisions

Healthcare It News

This approach, fueled by the exponential growth of health data and advancements in analytics technologies, offers the potential to significantly enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency and drive innovation. At the heart of this transformation lies the power of data to unlock valuable insights.

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Report confirms racial disparities in patient access to their health data

Healthcare It News

While individuals have expressed privacy concerns, the majority of patients want to have their healthcare records readily available and many say they want to download their health data to mobile devices. Andrea Fox is senior editor of Healthcare IT News. ON THE RECORD. Email: afox@himss.org.

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EMR implementation as a 'science'

Healthcare It News

Sharing initial findings from their latest region-wide survey on healthcare providers' experiences in using EMR systems, HIMSS's APAC managing editor Thiru Gunasegaran, who also served as panel moderator, noted that clinicians spend between five and six hours on average on the EMR system.

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Understanding Digital Patient Engagement: Essentials for Healthcare Providers

Sequence Health

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment, digital patient engagement has become a cornerstone for improving patient satisfaction, enhancing health outcomes, and streamlining communication between healthcare providers and patients.

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2025: AI enhances personalized care; caregiver experience in the spotlight

Healthcare It News

Second, patients will be looking for health systems that support them holistically as they increasingly understand the power of their health data, both in terms of its predictive capabilities and its ability to personalize treatment plans.

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FTC Strengthens Health Data Breach Notification Rule to Protect Consumers

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized significant changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR) , aiming to improve consumer protection in the digital age. This ensures these platforms are held accountable for safeguarding health data.

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Improving Patient Engagement Through EHR-Driven Communication Tools

HIT Consultant

With the rise of healthcare IT solutions, EHR-driven communication tools such as patient portals, telehealth apps, and patient engagement software have become pivotal in enhancing communication, reducing barriers, and improving patient involvement in their care. However, achieving such integration is not without difficulties.