Nine out of 10 physicians say prior authorization negatively impacts patients’ clinical outcomes, according to an American Medical Association (AMA) survey. As the volume of prior authorization requests rises, physicians and patient advocates say the problem is only getting worse. In fact, a New York Times opinion piece describes prior authorization as “medical injustice disguised […]
When it comes to decentralized digital ledgers, two terms frequently come up: blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT). They are often used interchangeably, but they are different. In this piece, we’ll provide a blockchain vs. DLT overview. You’ll learn: What blockchain technology and DLT are Key differences between the two ideas Which one is best […]
Blockchain has been around since 2009, along with its first application, Bitcoin. Many people think of cryptocurrency when they think of blockchain. However, its role has expanded to many other industries — this is why blockchain is important to understand. Because it’s so safe and transparent, some experts believe blockchain will be the foundation of […]
Natural language processing (NLP) allows computer programs to understand written and spoken human language. Natural language processing in healthcare enables organizations to extract vital data from documents quickly. It organizes uncategorized clinical information, gives valuable insights, and streamlines manual workflows. In this guide, you’ll learn how NLP works, its benefits in healthcare companies, and common […]
Johnny Hecker, Consensus’s Executive VP of Operations, Shares His Thoughts on an Article About the Risks of AI in Healthcare – and Describes How the Proper Use of AI Technology Can Create Massive Benefits Both for Providers and Their Patients If you’ve read the 2023 Los Angeles Times article titled AI may be on its way […]
“The cloud is just someone else’s computer.” You’ve probably heard the cliche before, but while it’s vastly oversimplified and neglects the benefits of cloud computing, it points to a key reason that this branch of cybersecurity can be so complex. With so much of your IT infrastructure and digital assets located within an external environment, […]
