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The Importance of Cybersecurity in Healthcare with AI and Connected Devices

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Key Takeaways on the Importance of Cybersecurity in Healthcare Connected devices as part of connected care and AI are a common part of the  healthcare industry in both urban and rural areas. But they open new potential windows for security attacks. This article breaks down the importance of  cybersecurity in healthcare today with the rise […]

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Connected Care in Rural Health with RPM, CCM, and Telehealth

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Key Takeaways on Connected Care in Rural Health Connected care combines technology, communication systems, and data sharing to create a connection between patients, providers, and caregivers. It’s not a new care management model, but it is proven to positively impact patients and providers while creating added sources of revenue. Care coordination involves different types of

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Why Azalea Is the Best EHR for Rural Providers Right Now

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Key Takeaways on Azalea as the Best EHR for Rural Providers  The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHT Program) is underway. States have been awarded funds through 2027 to be used to improve access to quality healthcare in rural areas while supporting the financial challenges rural hospitals and providers face. The program specifies what initiatives the

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Understanding a Clinically Integrated Network

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Key Takeaways on Clinically Integrated Networks A clinically integrated network, or CIN, is a structured alliance of hospitals, clinics, and/or providers. Members work together around shared quality outcomes, coordinated care, and collective payer strategy. For independent and rural healthcare organizations, a CIN offers a way to improve performance. It also helps reduce unneeded cost variations,

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Understanding an EHR vs EMR 

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Key Takeaways Between an EHR vs EMR An electronic medical record (EMR) is a digital version of a paper chart used inside a single clinic, while an electronic health record (EHR) primarily focuses on clinical documentation and data exchange, modern systems often integrate with or include administrative and billing tools. Understanding the difference between the

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The Rural Emergency Hospital Designation: What to Know

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The rural emergency hospital designation gives rural hospitals a way to stay open when inpatient care becomes unprofitable. Instead of running inpatient units, hospitals can shift to a model that relies on emergency and outpatient services. This arrangement provides more consistent Medicare reimbursements and reduces financial uncertainty. It can benefit hospitals facing challenges due to

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