Technology Survey

The latest batch of 2017 Physicians Practice Tech Survey data reveals that more practices are getting patients to use its portal.

Doctors aren't the problem, unusable systems are the problem, says this doctor. She airs her EHR grievances.

This physician has a clever way to ensure nobody can gain access to the files on his computer.

To fall in line with its IPA, this practice is reluctantly switching its EHR system. Here's why they aren't happy about it.

Only 5 percent of practices are using technology that monitors their patients' health status. Why haven't wearables made an impact in clinical care?

This doctor details how she's using technology more than ever at her practice and has started to embrace it.

The Physicians Practice Tech Survey confirms that physicians aren't fans of EHRs and health IT, in general. Here's a look into why this is the case.

This year's survey found that three-fourths of practices say the health IT industry is failing because doctors don't like the technology they use.

In response to dramatically higher copays and deductibles, patients and their physicians are using technology to find the best prices for healthcare.

Robots are going to play a vital role in the future of medicine, according to many technologists. In one practice, this transformation has already begun.

Wireless networking is a great fit for a medical practice. But, before you go live, you should think about security and reliability issues first.

In our recurring blog "Inbox" we share comments from physicians and practice administrators telling us what keeps them awake at night.

Don't work harder, work smarter. Technology can ease your most pressing revenue cycle and work flow concerns.

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.

The first ever Physicians Practice Tech Report includes thought-provoking articles and information for tech-minded physicians and practice managers.

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.

In 2021, will EHRs still be unusable and the bane of physicians' existence? We asked two leading experts to look into their crystal ball.

While the usability of EHRs is a major issue for most physicians, some are finding ways to configure their systems to improve utilization.

Concerns about additional cost can hold practices back from adopting front-office technology, even though the rewards can more than offset the expense.

If your practice is wondering whether it should keep or change its EHR system, there are pluses and minuses to each route.

Is it time to go a new route with your EHR system? Before you decide yes or no, weigh the positives and negatives.

If your practice suffers a security breach, staff must know their part in implementing an incident response.

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.

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

Even with potential meaningful use incentives from the government, small practices have to get creative with tech investments.