HIMSS Analytics has released a new survey which states that use of remote monitoring health care devices among consumers is limited at this time.
While awareness of remote monitoring devices is noteworthy, usage of these devices by survey respondents is relatively low, indicated the survey, which was carried out among 125 people. Respondents indicated high device price points, concerns about data privacy and security, and concern about making changes to caregiver relationships, when asked to identify barriers that need to be overcome for further technology adoption, the company stated in a press release.
“Remote monitoring devices can provide enhanced access to information from patients with chronic conditions," said John P. Hoyt, FACHE, FHIMSS, Executive Vice President, Healthcare Organizational Services for HIMSS, in a company press release. "The availability of this type of data, when used correctly, can enhance patient care, potentially preventing more intensive therapies by identifying potential areas of concern early.”
To become an accountable care organization (ACO), use of remote monitoring devices was considered a strategic investment that could better position an organization. The goal of an ACO is to improve health care on a variety of fronts, including higher quality care and an ability to participate in shared savings. Allowing them to make more informed patient care and business decisions, respondents added that the decision to use technology in the home health environment is often driven by an organization's management team to increase access to data across an entire patient population.
Recently, the company teamed up with OMG to work together on several fronts, including standards development, conferences and resources such as whitepapers and webinars. In order to bring changes in healthcare industry-specific guidance and specifications and also to enable the national vision of secure and seamless exchange of health information, OMG plans to become Affiliate Member of HIMSS and HIMSS in turn will become a Domain Member of OMG to drive the changes.
Edited by
Rich Steeves
