Text messaging is fast becoming a patient favorite — but SMS lacks the encryption and safeguards of secure messaging platforms. Here’s what practices need to know about HIPAA compliance, patient consent, and new website disclosure rules before turning on texting.
A new Section 504 amendment requires healthcare websites, apps, and telehealth tools to meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards. Practices with fewer than 15 employees have until May 10, 2027 to comply — or risk fines up to $75,000.
Not many providers understand MIPS and few ODs choose to participate in MIPS, but we do get questions about it. If you wonder how it applies to you, this article should help. Does MIPS apply to you? MIPS does apply to optometrists who bill Medicare and generally...
