Category: Digital Front Door

Therapeutic patient education[¹]aims to enable patients to manage their condition and prevent avoidable complications while maintaining or improving their quality of life. It aims to produce a therapeutic effect that will complement all other interventions, such as pharmacological or physical therapy interventions.Patient education is an essential part of the treatment…Read more

Technological innovation and demand in healthcare are driving the need for patient-centered digital care management. Being able to effectively support patients when they need it and at the right time can help manage chronic issues and aid in individuals reaching their health goals quicker. Below we outline actions providers can take…Read more

What is healthcare digital transformation? Digital transformation in healthcare can be seen as the organizational, operational, and cultural change of an organization or industry through the integration of digital technologies, processes, and competencies in a staged and strategic way[¹]. In contrast to digitalization in general, healthcare digital transformation is much…Read more

Home healthcare is care provided by a professional caregiver in the patient’s home as a continuation of the care received in the medical practice. There has been an increase in demand for homecare due to the pandemic as healthcare organizations scramble to provide their patients with a safe alternative care…Read more

We live in a digital world. Communicating with businesses in day-to-day life is as easy as grabbing a smartphone. Ordering products and requesting services takes mere minutes. Entertainment, habits, and other lifestyle choices can all be customized and arranged using different mobile apps, while online reviews help shape which businesses…Read more

What is the 21st Century Cures Act? In 2016, Congress passed the 21st Century Cures Act[¹] to drive the electronic access, exchange, and use of health information. The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) Cures Act Final Rule[²] implements the interoperability provisions of the Cures Act…Read more

In the fast-paced healthcare sector, a large number of organizations are struggling to keep up with an ever-evolving patchwork of regulations[¹] and the changing expectations of consumers. With new technological requirements and solutions emerging on a monthly basis, many providers are caught in a cycle of purchasing constant patient engagement…Read more

Updated on February 15, 2022 As patients expect more and more from their healthcare providers, especially when it comes to online services, medium to large-sized healthcare organizations are rapidly pushing to develop and execute their digital front door strategy. A digital front door should include features that promote patient autonomy…Read more