A recent study examining the time spent by physicians using electronic health records (EHRs) found that doctors average 5.8 hours of EHR work for every 8 hours of patient care, with 42% of this time occurring outside clinic hours. The research, which analyzed data from over 200,000 physicians, identified documentation as the most time-consuming task and highlighted that primary care and cognitive specialists utilize EHRs more than procedural specialists. While the findings may elicit criticism of EHR systems, Spencer Dorn, a medical professor, underscores the importance of acknowledging other influences on physician workflow and advocates for recognizing the advantages EHRs offer, such as enhanced communication and improved access to patient information.

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CISOs are recognizing the need for effective risk storytelling to engage stakeholders and drive action in cybersecurity. Given the complexity of cybersecurity risks, traditional technical presentations are inadequate; instead, CISOs must frame risks in business-related terms, such as brand or regulatory implications. By incorporating relevant news stories and quantifying potential financial impacts, they can craft compelling narratives that highlight the necessity of robust security programs. However, challenges like inconsistent data on cyber threats complicate risk assessment, underscoring the need for a standardized risk management process. Building credibility with executives involves focusing on material risks that connect to business objectives rather than technical jargon.

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Spencer Dorn, a Vice Chair and Professor of Medicine at UNC, examines the complex role of Epic in the healthcare technology sector, which serves a significant portion of U.S. hospitals. He references articles with divergent opinions, including Robert Kuttner's critique of Epic as a monopolistic entity focused on profit over patient care, and Katie Jennings' portrayal of founder Judy Faulkner as dedicated to independence and philanthropy. Dorn also highlights Brendan Keeler's argument that Epic's strategy of integrated systems contributes to its success, setting it apart from competitors despite some valid criticisms regarding market dominance. He notes that much of the clinician dissatisfaction with electronic health records often relates to organizational challenges rather than the technology itself.

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The Change Healthcare ransomware attack earlier this year disrupted operations at Moffitt Cancer Center by rendering critical systems inoperable, affecting claims processing and patient payments. Vice President Lynn Ansley highlighted the urgent need for accurate information to assess the situation and emphasized maintaining payroll for their staff of 9,500 while seeking alternative cash flow solutions. During the three-week outage, the team adapted by using an alternate clearinghouse and relied on manual data entry for claims, necessitating a re-familiarization with outdated systems.

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