Focus: Cybersecurity

IT challenges to tossing fax machines

Many providers have held onto this antiquated system of communication for decades


Many providers have held onto the antiquated system of communication that is the fa machine for decades, in part to control patients’ records, according to an article on the Forbes website.

At least three IT challenges need to be met before fax machines fade into history.

Issue of security, interoperability and technology late bloomers stand in the way of the fax's demise.

But the best solution for healthcare facilities is still the simplest: Begin the process of moving everything over to an EHR. Choose an IT solution and stick with it, the article said.

Read the article.

 



September 26, 2018


Topic Area: Security

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