Category: Telehealth

What is a Digital Front Door?

July 19, 2022

Patient engagement is a growing concern in today’s healthcare ecosystem. As many providers transitioned to telehealth during the pandemic, the concept of a “digital front door” evolved to describe how patients interact digitally with healthcare providers. Definition The term “digital front door” describes an omnichannel engagement strategy that leverages technology to meet the needs of […]

What is the Difference Between Asynchronous and Synchronous Communications?

June 7, 2022

Synchronous and asynchronous are terms used to describe when and how individuals communicate. The critical difference between asynchronous and synchronous communication is that synchronous communications are scheduled, real-time interactions. Asynchronous communications happen independently and don’t need scheduling. This article explores the differences between each and how they can be utilized in a healthcare context. Synchronous […]

Increasing Access to Mental Health Care with Digital Technology

May 24, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The pandemic sharply increased the demand for behavioral health services, and digital solutions proved to be a popular solution. This article explores changing consumer preferences and how care delivery organizations can use digital technology to support patients seeking mental health care. Demand for Digital Mental Health Care is Increasing […]

CEO Erik Kangas Featured on Total HIPAA Podcasts

July 16, 2020

    Erik recently sat down with our friends at Total HIPAA to discuss a variety of HIPAA topics, including: Security concerns during COVID-19. How you can be more secure while working from home. How LuxSci is helping organizations that need to securely send PHI in their COVID-19-related communications. How to interpret the U.S. Department […]

Is Zoom HIPAA-Compliant?

March 30, 2020

Zoom is an extremely popular video-conferencing platform. Many healthcare organizations may be wondering: Is Zoom HIPAA-compliant? While it is true that HIPAA compliance requirements around telehealth were relaxed (which includes video teleconferencing) for the duration of the Covid-19 pandemic, the pandemic will eventually end. Companies that have invested time and money in accelerating their telehealth […]