The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is ramping up enforcement of information blocking rules established under the 21st Century Cures Act, aimed at eliminating practices that inhibit access to electronic health information. These rules, which can result in fines of up to $1 million per violation, target healthcare providers, health information exchanges, and health IT developers, with the intent of reducing delays in patient care and minimizing healthcare costs. The American Medical Association acknowledges this shift toward accountability as essential for enhancing patient care and combating issues like physician burnout. Notably, major EHR vendors like Epic Systems face legal challenges related to allegations of obstructing patient data access for competitive advantage, highlighting the ongoing tensions at the intersection of technology and healthcare practice.

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Yale New Haven Health has partnered with Artisight to implement the Smart Hospital Platform, focusing initially on virtual nursing to enhance patient safety and streamline hospital workflows. This collaboration emphasizes the growing role of AI and computer vision technologies in reshaping healthcare operations, potentially alleviating workloads for healthcare staff and improving patient experiences. Previous successes of Artisight's technology in other systems indicate promising implications for enhanced operational efficiency, such as improved discharge times and greater nurse availability. As the healthcare sector increasingly adopts innovative tech solutions, this partnership serves as a significant step toward operational transformation and enhanced patient care.

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On September 23, Kettering Health in Ohio experienced an internal IT-related internet outage, which disrupted stroke care services across multiple hospitals for a few hours. Although phone systems remained operational, critical applications like the patient portal MyChart were inaccessible, prompting the health system to enact standard downtime protocols and divert stroke patients to ensure safety. This incident underscores the vital importance of reliable IT infrastructure in healthcare, as well as the necessity for effective contingency plans to maintain patient care continuity during technological disruptions. The quick resolution of the issue also alleviated concerns about potential cyber threats, emphasizing the need for clear communication in crisis situations.

Kettering Health Internet Outage Disrupts Stroke Care Across Ohio Hospitals Becker's Hospital Review

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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is ramping up enforcement of information blocking rules established under the 21st Century Cures Act, aimed at eliminating practices that inhibit access to electronic health information. These rules, which can result in fines of up to $1 million per violation, target healthcare providers, health information exchanges, and health IT developers, with the intent of reducing delays in patient care and minimizing healthcare costs. The American Medical Association acknowledges this shift toward accountability as essential for enhancing patient care and combating issues like physician burnout. Notably, major EHR vendors like Epic Systems face legal challenges related to allegations of obstructing patient data access for competitive advantage, highlighting the ongoing tensions at the intersection of technology and healthcare practice.

HHS Enforces $1 Million Fines for Health Data Blocking Violations Healthcare Brew

Yale New Haven Health has partnered with Artisight to implement the Smart Hospital Platform, focusing initially on virtual nursing to enhance patient safety and streamline hospital workflows. This collaboration emphasizes the growing role of AI and computer vision technologies in reshaping healthcare operations, potentially alleviating workloads for healthcare staff and improving patient experiences. Previous successes of Artisight's technology in other systems indicate promising implications for enhanced operational efficiency, such as improved discharge times and greater nurse availability. As the healthcare sector increasingly adopts innovative tech solutions, this partnership serves as a significant step toward operational transformation and enhanced patient care.

Yale New Haven Health Adopts AI Platform to Revolutionize Hospital Operations Business Wire

On September 23, Kettering Health in Ohio experienced an internal IT-related internet outage, which disrupted stroke care services across multiple hospitals for a few hours. Although phone systems remained operational, critical applications like the patient portal MyChart were inaccessible, prompting the health system to enact standard downtime protocols and divert stroke patients to ensure safety. This incident underscores the vital importance of reliable IT infrastructure in healthcare, as well as the necessity for effective contingency plans to maintain patient care continuity during technological disruptions. The quick resolution of the issue also alleviated concerns about potential cyber threats, emphasizing the need for clear communication in crisis situations.

Kettering Health Internet Outage Disrupts Stroke Care Across Ohio Hospitals Becker's Hospital Review

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