Seattle-based Carena announced a major upgrade to their telemedicine software platform at the ATA 2014 Conference to improve integration with local hospital systems and provider clinics. Carena’s ANYTIME 1.5 platform is able to create a health system-integrated virtual clinic that goes beyond just enabling consultations via phone or video chat. …Continue reading
Medweb Introduces eVisit
Medweb launched eVisit a new telemedicine application that lets providers connect seamlessly with their patients over smart phones, tablets, web-enabled laptops, and computers. eVisit is a turnkey package that enables virtual triage and treatment workflows that includes a virtual waiting room along with EMR integration, Call Center Management, and remote monitoring as a single platform. …Continue reading
NIH Supports New Ultrasound System
The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) within NIH is funding the development of new imaging technology to enable physicians to perform ultrasound-guided procedures involving needle placement such as needle biopsies, central line insertions, and local anesthesia. …Continue reading
Vermont DOC Issues RFP
The Department of Corrections (DOC) within the Agency of Human Services (AHS) in the state of Vermont, is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to provide a range of health services for inmates at its correctional facilities. The RFP is titled “Comprehensive Healthcare Services for Inmates” and will run from February 1, 2015 through January 31 2016. …Continue reading
CMS Restructuring QIO
CMS is restructuring the Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) Program. This will allow two Beneficiary and Family Centered Care (BFCC) QIO contractors to support the program’s case review and monitoring activities separate from the tradition quality improvement activities of the QIOs. …Continue reading
MD Biosensor Receives FDA Clearance
Vidal Connect’s HealthPatch MD biosensor is able to capture clinical-grade biometric measurements. The device has just received FDA clearance and is the first FDA cleared medical device that includes a fall detection feature. …Continue reading
Maryland’s Mental Health Actions
The State of Maryland is expanding telemental health programs to help residents in hard to reach rural areas resulting in the state’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene launch of the “Rural Access Telemedicine Program”. …Continue reading