GEC NEWS WIREA shift in how trusted identities are used across the healthcare continuum is fueling the demand for advanced smart card technologies and mobile solutions, as healthcare institutions become more connected. The new focus on ID technology is changing how institutions operate, how they manage access to patients, data and equipment, how they protect patient privacy, and how they improve billing accuracy — all without compromising the quality of care.
“Healthcare organizations are increasingly seeking to improve the physician, staff and patient experience by employing a combination of strong authentication and new IoT applications to address their challenges,” said Sheila Loy, Director, Healthcare Industry with HID Global. “Trusted identities will simplify and connect all aspects of healthcare operations, from opening hospital doors, accessing healthcare records and e-prescribing of controlled substances, to how healthcare professionals interact with patients and log their activities.”
The healthcare industry is embracing new ways to establish, create, manage and use trusted identities, which is redefining the meaning of trust as healthcare organizations embrace the IoT in smarter environments. This will drive a number of key technology trends: Integrated, compliant systems that are convenient and connected, Connected environments drive the need to ensure the Internet of Trusted Things (IoTT), Growing role for biometrics in patient and provider authentication and EPCS applications
