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What COVID-19 Has Taught Us About Telehealth

on June 4, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

COVID-19 has caused a massive explosion in the adoption of telehealth across healthcare systems of all sizes and specialties. The U.S. telehealth market is expected to reach around $10 billion in 2020 with an 80 percent year-over-year growth due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What’s more, the telehealth market is predicted to exceed $175 billion in just six years by 2026.

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This Month in Healthcare IT: COVID-19’s Impact on Healthcare

on May 26, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

The healthcare industry is evolving rapidly as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.  In particular, the healthcare information technology (IT) industry is experiencing significant changes. From the instant rise of telehealth to advancements in artificial intelligence, modern technology is transforming healthcare as we know it. Digital solutions are enabling providers to offer quality patient care from a distance and providing much-needed relief during this time.

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5 Healthcare Industry Trends to Expect This Year

on May 19, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

The world as we’ve known it has changed dramatically over the last few months. COVID-19 has transformed the way we work, interact, shop, and even how we access healthcare. Though it’s difficult to predict anything with certainty, some trends are likely to continue throughout the rest of 2020 and beyond.

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Benefits of Patient Portals and 5 Key Features

on May 12, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

Each year, an increasing number of healthcare providers recognize the benefits that come with patient portal adoption. A recent survey found that 72 percent of patients had access to a patient portal, up 64 percent from just a few years ago in 2016—and that momentum isn’t likely to slow down anytime soon.

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Orchestrated Patient Engagement

on April 29, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

Orchestrated patient engagement makes a compelling contribution to a provider’s effort to appeal to healthcare consumers. This blog explores how properly orchestrated patient engagement can attract and retain patients, streamline workflows, support healthy outcomes, and build an organization’s brand.

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[Infographic] The Journey to Better Patient Engagement

on April 15, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

Aside from the impact of COVID19, patients are avoiding or missing care visits for a variety of reasons—from fear of high medical bills to low-income patients with limited transportation options to working professionals with busy schedules. Unfortunately, when people avoid the healthcare they need, the entire health system suffers.  Healthcare providers can take steps to combat this problem through better patient engagement both in times of crisis and when it’s business as usual. This infographic will show you the signs to look for to spot a disengaged patient, how to better understand their unique needs, and what it takes to help them overcome their care obstacles.

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[Infographic] The Journey to Population Health

on April 1, 2020 | By Wendy Bartlett

Healthcare providers today are feeling the pressure to reduce rising healthcare costs and keep patients safe and healthy. To overcome these challenges, more focus must be placed on patient engagement tactics that target your riskiest populations.  This infographic highlights how two patients with the same clinical and financial situation can have dramatically different outcomes based on their engagement levels, as well as the impact it can have on the patient, your practice, and the entire health system.

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