Why Was Vendor Neutral Archiving Avoided in The Past?

Why Was Vendor Neutral Archiving Avoided in The Past?

Vendor neutral archiving (VNA) is more than just a trend – it is bringing great value to healthcare facilities across the nation. However, this wasn’t always the case. When hospital and radiology administrators began bringing picture archiving and communication...
Health Image Exchange Success: A Story from Idaho

Health Image Exchange Success: A Story from Idaho

Healthcare quality in Idaho is getting a facelift due to the state’s health data exchange (IHDE). The new exchange, which includes a health image exchange, has improved the coordination of healthcare across the state, giving providers more accurate information on a...
PACS and Consistent Measurements: Saving Lives?

PACS and Consistent Measurements: Saving Lives?

Software related to picture archiving and communications systems (PACS) are continually improving and offering different approaches that allow doctors and specialists to better serve their patients. According to a recent study published in the American Journal of...
Hospital Data Loss Draws Tougher Scrutiny, Penalties

Hospital Data Loss Draws Tougher Scrutiny, Penalties

Every so often the medical community gets a reason to fear the loss of critical data concerning their patients’ personal medical information. Far greater than a lost laptop or stolen thumb drive, hospital data loss comes with some serious consequences when the...