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- Study: EMR drug adherence reminders cause "alert fatigue"
Medication reminders in EMR systems should be enhanced to offer sufficient information and to prevent "alert fatigue," according to research in the International Journal of Medical Informatics. The small study also found the designs of alerts were better suited to pharmacists than to nurse practitioners or other health care providers who prescribe drugs. MedPage Today (free registration)
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- HIT firm enhances patient care with diagnostic decision app
Isabel Healthcare unveiled Monday the updated version of its desktop solution and its first iPhone diagnostic decision support platform. The mobile application, which gives users medical information and possible diagnoses by entering patient data such as gender and age, was listed as the top-selling iPhone app in the U.K. on Monday and came in seventh in the U.S. the same day. MobiHealthNews.com
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- Wireless heart monitoring device is in the works
Preventice is working on a device called BodyGuardian that attaches to the skin to wirelessly track a patient's irregular heart rhythm and transmit that data to care providers' mobile devices. The Minneapolis-based firm, which has ties to the Mayo Clinic, is preparing to submit a 510(k) application to the FDA for the device and hopes to commercialize the product this year. MedCityNews.com
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- Mobile app will monitor vital signs remotely
Adhere 2 Care recently announced it is ready to deploy its mobile Android application that will allow family members and caretakers of patients to access data gathered through sensors or biosensor devices from a cloud-based online portal in the upcoming months. The firm is searching for financial backing of $3 million to roll out the platform that could also be used to locate troops who need immediate care. MedCityNews.com
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- N.H. hospitals to use predictive analytics to improve care
Five New Hampshire hospital systems are part of the Granite Healthcare Network, which will use predictive analytics on claims data to reduce readmissions and identify areas where health care delivery can be improved. The system also will help hospitals prepare for new government and private payer reimbursement plans that will include global payments based partly on quality of care. The Union Leader (Manchester, N.H.)
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- Most CIOs are pleased with decision to delay ICD-10
An online CIO survey finds 72% of respondents think delaying ICD-10 helps ease some of the burden caused by overlapping federal mandates and allows them to focus on urgent priorities. Although 80% of respondents don't think ICD-10's cost-benefit ratio justifies continuing with the switch, 84% said they intend to pursue their plans anyway. HealthSystemCIO.com
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- Wis. university addresses HIT staff shortage with online program
This fall, the University of Wisconsin will launch a Web-based bachelor's degree program on health IT and data management. The program, which will have 20 classes that can be finished within two years, aims to train students for job opportunities in HIT. "The new program addresses the state's shortage of four-year degree holders in this field," says David Schejbal, dean of the UW-Extension online and continuing education division. Modern Healthcare (subscription required)
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- Update your knowledge base with WEDI University
WEDI announces the launch of WEDI University, health IT's new library of pre-recorded industry webcasts. Available to members and nonmembers, WEDI University is home to the organization's most popular and timely online presentations. All purchased programs include video, audio and Q&A, allowing virtual attendees to experience the session exactly as it occurred. New webcasts are added to WEDI University on a regular basis — several at a reduced price. Visit WEDI University and access recorded presentations that cover the industry’s hottest topics.
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