CMIO Views on the “Open Notes” Rule of the 21st Century Cures Act

Despite some initial reluctance, physicians have largely gotten used to a federal rule requiring them to share notes electronically with patients, several chief medical information officers told Becker’s. But that doesn’t mean there haven’t been challenges. For instance, a children’s hospital...

It’s time to retire the Attending Physician Statement

Digital health records are now ready to eliminate the inefficiency of the APS Authored by: Steve Malik, Founder & CEO, Greenlight Health Data Solutions We have all experienced the frustration of having to re-enter personal information several times, on various...

Demystifying Digital Health Research Jargon

When working with researchers and clinicians to design trials that include digital elements, it's important to speak the same language. Just as clinical lingo must be precise so that everyone understands its meaning, adding digital elements to a clinical trial...

Study Incentives Drawing the Wrong Crowd?

How to incentivize study participation while avoiding fraud. It's a Catch-22. Research studies often pay participants for their time and involvement, but that payment can be a magnet, attracting people who don't actually qualify. Without the proper controls in place,...