Your front desk got an email last week that looked exactly like it came from your pharmacy vendor. Same logo, same invoice format, one different letter in the reply-to address. Whoever sent it didn’t need to hack anything. They just needed someone busy enough not to look twice. Identifying and mitigating cyber risks in senior … Read more
Technology in senior living communities isn’t just about convenience, it’s a critical part of care delivery. From resident communication tools to electronic health records (EHRs), IT systems must function smoothly 24/7 to keep operations running and ensure residents receive the attention they need. Outsourced help desk for senior living means a third-party provider handles technical … Read more
For the first time in over a decade, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed significant updates to the HIPAA Security Rule. These proposed changes are designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections for electronic protected health information (ePHI), in response to the alarming rise in cyberattacks targeting the healthcare industry. If these … Read more
IT infrastructure for telemedicine means the combination of network architecture, cloud platforms, security controls, and device connectivity that allows healthcare providers to deliver clinical care remotely without compromising patient safety, data integrity, or HIPAA compliance. It covers the video session itself, the EHR access running in the background, the remote monitoring device transmitting cardiac readings … Read more
WHAT HAPPENED TO CHANGE HEALTHCARE? The healthcare industry was jolted by yet another cyber attack[1], this time targeting Change Healthcare, a large unit of the massive UnitedHealth Group, and a critical part of payment processing for the healthcare industry. The attack encrypted some of the company’s data and affected its operations, disrupting services for large … Read more
The banking industry is undergoing a transformation driven by the rapid adoption of cloud technology. This shift is not just a trend but a fundamental change in how banking services are delivered and consumed. Meriplex, a provider of managed cybersecurity, IT, and SD-WAN solutions, gives banks the technology backbone to make this shift without disruption. … Read more
Meriplex, renowned for our managed IT and cybersecurity services, is pivotal in fortifying the healthcare industry against digital threats. In an era where cybersecurity breaches can have catastrophic consequences, Meriplex’s expertise in this domain is more crucial than ever. Let’s explore how our specialized approach to cybersecurity awareness training and support is helping healthcare organizations stay ahead of … Read more
Elevating cybersecurity measures is essential for every business in today’s digital world. However, when safeguarding senior living residents against cyber threats, it becomes imperative to bolster your community’s defenses through the implementation of robust cyber hygiene practices. Senior living cybersecurity means protecting resident and staff data, financial information, medical records, personal details, from the threats … Read more
Embracing managed IT services significantly enhances the long-term care residential experience by ensuring seamless technological operations, bolstering security, and optimizing efficiency for a more streamlined and reliable caregiving environment. Managed IT services for long-term care means a provider who understands what makes skilled nursing and long-term care different from general senior living, multi-site operations, EMR … Read more
Managed IT services play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency, security, and overall technological well-being of a modern senior living community, ensuring seamless operations and a heightened quality of life for residents. An MSP for the senior living industry is a third-party provider that runs and secures a community’s IT infrastructure under contract, typically … Read more
