Mobile

The top reasons healthcare data is breached are totally avoidable through low-hanging methods of security.

We know what technologies practices are using today, but what will they be utilizing in 10 years? Here are six possibilities.

Using mobile EHR applications means being aware of the privacy implications of carrying protected health information in the palm of their hands.

Physicians are likely going to give a loud groan when you ask them about EHRs. Why, then, have they warmed up to the mobile experience?

Physicians Practice surveyed 1,568 physicians, advanced practice providers, and practice administrators for its annual technology survey. Here's what they said.

One in five family members share pain medications with each other. Also, ACA healthcare premiums predicted to rise dramatically.

Looking at AMA CEO James Madara's words on the digital health landscape and what the physician advocacy group really thinks about the technology.

Here are three ways to make social media a highly effective health communication tool at your practice.

Before you decide to create your killer mobile health app, this lawyer advises you look at the FTC's guidance on developing one.

Setting a concise, yet comprehensive, practice policy on social media use protects not only your patients but staff members as well.

A recent rule on the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) and an article on mHealth show why it's important to stay on top of HIPAA and mental health.

Nearly half of physicians do not monitor their online reputations. Experts say that is a big mistake.

The mobile market is growing at an incredible rate and physicians will have to pay attention to this medium when marketing their practice.

OhioHealth is using mobile technology to help its patients become better informed on their care, which leads to happier patients and better outcomes.

When they have some time to spare, what apps do physicians like for fun? Here's what's on their devices.

Training your medical staff to securely handle and protect sensitive patient data isn't as hard as you think.

The smartphones, tablets, and laptops are valuable tools to many physicians, but they can also represent real risk in the event that they are stolen.

Rather than rely on Yelp, North Shore-LIJ Medical Group in Long Island decided to start its own physician review program.

How can you avoid a bad review on Yelp, Vitals, or another site of that ilk? Experts shared five tips that will get your rankings up.

Physicians are now being reviewed online, like restaurants and hotels. What's the right way to react to this trend?

Each month in our print journal, Physicians Practice selects an "App of the Month." Here are our top picks for physicians and their patients.

Wondering whether or not it's OK to be friends on social media sites like Facebook with your staff? Let the Civility CEO Help.

Patients have many legitimate reasons for recording their doctor's visit. But before you say "yes" make sure to understand state and federal statutes.

We asked physicians for the websites they recommend to patients who are looking for reliable health information. Here's what they said.

With many doctors interested in getting involved with some kind of telehealth model, it’s important to know the legal and reimbursement limitations.

Wondering if social media marketing is worth it? Here's how you can determine your ROI for time spent on social media.

There is no such thing as a standard telemedicine program. Consequently, it is extremely important to develop a strategic plan first.

Your patients want convenience and ease of access but does telemedicine provide the all-important continuity of care?

Practices that offer ancillary services to their patients must take marketing their customer services seriously, if they wish for success.