We can all agree to the sheer fact that modern tech is fast becoming a stamina in healthcare sector. Electronic health records have transformed how healthcare providers look after their patients and the way patients manage their care in partnership with the doctors. Actually, the digitization of healthcare sector is streamlining many things like record keeping, tacking patients and treatment.
Technology implementation has touched everything from patient’s registration to testing and treatment. It’s evident that tech has immensely changed and advanced healthcare industry. Research has shown that patients prefer medical practitioners utilize technology. And we have companies such as 1FSS Pte Ltdto thank as they help make the dream of smart health a reality.
For those who might not know, 1FSS Pte Ltd is a member of MOH Holdings Pte Ltd, the holding company of Singapore’s public healthcare clusters. Being a captive shared service team, 1FSS Pte Ltd supports a suite of finance services for Singapore’s entire public healthcare system, including the public hospitals, polyclinics and community hospitals.
With so many scammers out there, you must always be keen on the type of health technology you want to implement. You need a new technology that comes with secure data practices. A system that is not complicated for patients use.
That means a simple technology that offers solutions such as frequent change of passwords for employees and other safeguards like encryption of all protected health information. Keep in mind this helps reduce the exposure of patient’s data which should be kept private at all times. After all, you don’t want to make do with unnecessary stress once you make the switch.
It doesn’t end with that since the easier it is for patients to sign up in a health portal, the more they are likely to do it. When technology meetings are available, always let the patients know. If you find home monitoring or health AI appropriate, do all what it takes to ensure patients understand how to use the equipment.
An important point to note is that technology is becoming more important even from patients’ point of view. They find it an important element in the healthcare industry. It becomes easier when the patients practice daily self-care and management. In short, proper management of technology will not only bring quality care but better health outcomes for patients in Singapore.