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How would you grade your cybersecurity program?

DomainTools, a leader in domain name and DNS-based cyber threat intelligence, has released its 2017 Cybersecurity Report Card global research. Developed in conjunction with cybersecurity veteran Byron Acohido, the survey took place in December 2016 and polled more than 550 security analysts, IT managers, and executives working in healthcare, government, finance, retail, and … [Read more...] about How would you grade your cybersecurity program?

Pregnancy discrimination: don’t let good intentions get you in trouble

By Paul Edwards  bio Chances are, you would never intentionally discriminate against a pregnant employee, and your doctor(s) and team probably feel the same way. But it can be easy to unintentionally discriminate. When it comes to pregnancy discrimination lawsuits, the road to court is usually paved with good intentions. Do all practices need to worry about … [Read more...] about Pregnancy discrimination: don’t let good intentions get you in trouble

Don’t know what MACRA will require of your practice? You’re not alone

According to a recent survey conducted by Kareo, a provider of clinical and business management software for independent medical practices, 84% of independent physicians and staff aren't sure what MACRA's Quality Payment Program (QPP) will require of their practice. Despite this uncertainty, most of these same physicians expect to participate in it to the best of their … [Read more...] about Don’t know what MACRA will require of your practice? You’re not alone

Putting patients over profits: Who do consumers see as champions of the healthcare industry?

Harris Poll recently surveyed more than 1,000 U.S. adults ages 18+ to gauge consumers' attitudes toward the healthcare industry. The results are somewhat disheartening. "We are in the midst of a healthcare maelstrom," said Wendy Salomon, vice president of reputation management and public affairs at Nielsen. "Consumers see no safe port, no place where their interests are truly … [Read more...] about Putting patients over profits: Who do consumers see as champions of the healthcare industry?

Notice from CMS: Attest to 2016 Program Requirements by February 28

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Registration and Attestation System is now open. Providers participating in the Medicare EHR Incentive Program must attest to the 2016 program requirements by February 28, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. ET in order to avoid a 2018 payment adjustment. The EHR reporting period was any continuous 90 days between January 1 and December 31, … [Read more...] about Notice from CMS: Attest to 2016 Program Requirements by February 28

Affordable Care Act: 4 Ways It Could Change in 2017

To provide insight into the healthcare policy proposals that Americans may expect in the coming year, national non-profit Transamerica Center for Health Studies (TCHS) has compiled four of the most prominent proposed reforms or statements from President-elect Donald Trump and lawmakers, along with key implications for consumers and states.  1. President-elect Donald Trump's … [Read more...] about Affordable Care Act: 4 Ways It Could Change in 2017

Good news, healthcare professionals: You’re in the right industry

U.S. News & World Report has unveiled its 2017 Best Jobs report, offering a look at the year's best jobs across 15 categories—from best-paying jobs to diverse sectors like business and technology. The rankings take into account the most important aspects of a job, including growth potential, work-life balance and salary.  Healthcare tops the list Healthcare jobs … [Read more...] about Good news, healthcare professionals: You’re in the right industry