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May 19, 2014

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Healthcare data breaches decline, but ACA could be increasing risks

Healthcare organizations are getting better at protecting patient data, but employee errors and negligence remain significant challenges. » Full article

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Anthem helps physicians avoid risk of ACA 90-day premium grace period

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has announced a new plan to verify a patient’s insurance status at the time of service, thereby taking the guesswork out of treating patients covered by a new exchange plan. » Full article

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New telemedicine guidelines emphasize video, rather than audio

The Federation of State Medical Boards has issued new guidelines for the use of telemedicine, but some of the provisions, including the federation’s definition of telemedicine, have prompted criticism from the American Telemedicine Association. » Full article

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