Digital Health

Will Medicare Payment Cuts Impact Quality of Care in 2025?
Public Policy Will Medicare Payment Cuts Impact Quality of Care in 2025?

The 2025 Medicare physician payment schedule has sparked significant concern among healthcare providers, particularly due to the proposed 2.83% cut in reimbursement rates. This marks the fifth consecutive year of reductions, leading to extensive financial strain on physician practices. Despite

Is Mexico Leading Latin America's Healthcare IT Transformation?
Technology Is Mexico Leading Latin America's Healthcare IT Transformation?

Mexico is at the forefront of a significant transformation in healthcare IT across Latin America, driven by the vigorous adoption of Electronic Health Records (EHRs). The adoption of these records aims to enhance healthcare delivery and accessibility, improving overall patient care. As of 2023, the

ConnectOnCall Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Info of 910,000 Patients
Data and Information ConnectOnCall Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Info of 910,000 Patients

Data breaches are becoming an alarming trend, and health care incidents stand out for their potentially lifelong consequences. Recently, I reported how a data breach at a physician-led vein center exposed almost half a million people's data to hackers. Now, another health care data breach has

China's EHR Evolution: Local Vendors Lead Digital Healthcare by 2025
Data and Information China's EHR Evolution: Local Vendors Lead Digital Healthcare by 2025

China's digital healthcare transformation is rapidly evolving, driven by urban innovation, government-backed initiatives, and a dominant local Electronic Health Record (EHR) vendor market. This sweeping change is not just about adopting new technologies; it involves a comprehensive overhaul of

How Will the Dole Act Transform Veterans' Healthcare and Benefits?
Care How Will the Dole Act Transform Veterans' Healthcare and Benefits?

The Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act proposes significant reforms aimed at enhancing the quality of life for veterans by modernizing the VA system, focusing on timely access to healthcare, mental health support, combating homelessness, and improving

How Are Global EHR Vendors Competing with Health IT Giants?
Data and Information How Are Global EHR Vendors Competing with Health IT Giants?

The global Electronic Health Record (EHR) market has seen significant changes over the past decade. With the number of vendors shrinking from over 1,200 in 2014 to approximately 280 by 2024, the landscape has become more competitive. This article explores how local and regional EHR vendors are

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