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July 12, 2018
The opioid epidemic didn’t start with just one cause, which means only a multi-faceted approach will work in combating it. One resource helping empower providers with information during the public health epidemic includes Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, or PDMPs.
July 10, 2018
In an ever-changing environment, healthcare organization leaders need to be prepared for unexpected situations. As the incident commander during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, Chief Daniel Linskey shares three leadership lessons learned during his time in crisis management.
July 09, 2018
In a field experiencing such vast change, it’s important to possess a standard body of knowledge and an up-to-date skill set that shows you’re well informed and well prepared for what’s ahead in your career.
July 13, 2018
On July 12, 2018, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released their proposed changes to the Physician Fee Schedule which include their proposed updated to the Quality Payment Program in the Revisions to Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2019; Medicare Shared Savings Program Requirements Proposed Rule.
July 03, 2018
Nominations are now being accepted for open positions on the HIMSS North America Nominating Committee.
July 03, 2018
Nominations are now being accepted for open positions on the HIMSS North America Board of Directors.
July 10, 2018
We’re a week away from the call for speakers deadline for the 2019 HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition, which will take place in Orlando, Florida, on February 11 through 15. It’s the largest healthcare information technology conference (with some excellent regional events as well) and pretty much a who’s who of the industry.
June 29, 2018
With the increase in available data, the practice of health information management is becoming more critical to acquiring, organizing and assessing medical information.
June 26, 2018
A new generation of tech-savvy doctors in training is confronting an entrenched system of electronic health records. It’s a mismatch that needs fixing through measures including better training of medical students, according to former government officials and other sources contacted by Bloomberg Law.
