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ezAccess Summer Webinar Series (Q3 2026)

brettcusaac — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:37:51 +0000

(Shared from ezAccess)

Series: Summer Webinar Series (Q3 2026)
Schedule: Thursdays | July – September 2026
Format: Live Webinars + On-Demand Recordings
🔗 Pre-register using the links below

ezAccess’ Summer (Q2 2026) Webinar Series continues the conversation with practical workflows, product updates, and interactive Office Hours designed to help healthcare organizations streamline operations, improve data accuracy, and enhance patient communication.

Hosted on Thursdays, this multi-session series combines collaborative Office Hours with focused solution webinars that highlight specific tools, updates, and best practices.

All sessions are free to attend, and registrants will receive recordings.

What to Expect

Office Hours

Open, interactive sessions where attendees can bring questions, discuss challenges, and collaborate with peers and ezAccess experts. These sessions are designed for real-world problem solving and shared learning.

Focused Solution Webinars

Targeted deep dives into specific features and capabilities, including:

Address verification workflows
What’s New updates and feature enhancements
Best practices for optimization
Clinical reminders
Recall reminders
Reporting tools and insights

Each session is concise, practical, and designed to deliver immediate value for healthcare teams.

Webinar Schedule & Registration

July 2026

• Jul 2 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9094639472059433813

• Jul 9 – ezScribe: Best Practices & Latest Enhancements
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2503326748286518360

• Jul 16 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8365122303123148637

• Jul 23 – Electronic Statements & Online Payments
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5795962751731529559

• Jul 30 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4297806690630942298

August 2026

• Aug 6 – ezAccess Mobile: App for Patients and Providers
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8744978281752355674

• Aug 13 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7621121267514154332

• Aug 20 – ezFax / ezFax AI: Best Practices
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5378360538920865623

• Aug 27 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3705463492864342614

September 2026

• Sep 3 – ezEligibility: Best Practices
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7449285192278853461

• Sep 10 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7992771590865294685

• Sep 17 – ezTelemedicine: Best Practices
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6732361829527083097

• Sep 24 – Office Hours
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/474438623481860445

👉 Pre-register for any or all sessions.
Participants who register will automatically receive access to session recordings.

Why Attend

This webinar series is ideal for healthcare leaders, operational teams, and IT professionals looking to:

Strengthen patient communication workflows
Improve data accuracy and reporting visibility
Stay up to date on product enhancements
Learn practical optimization strategies
Ask questions directly to experts in a collaborative setting

Don’t Miss the Series

Whether you want open discussion during Office Hours or focused guidance on specific features, the Spring Webinar Series provides flexible learning designed for busy healthcare teams.

👉 Register today and join us throughout Q3 2026.

(This webinar series is shared to inform our healthcare professional community.)

Today’s Design I.T. Solutions webinar will show a real Wi-Fi spoofing example and explain how to avoid common public Wi-Fi risks

KG-CHUG-users — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:02:43 +0000

That “free Wi-Fi” at the mall, coffee shop, hotel, or airport might not be as safe as it looks.

Today’s Design I.T. Solutions webinar will show a real Wi-Fi spoofing example and explain how to avoid common public Wi-Fi risks. They’ll also share a safer Wi-Fi solution for staying connected without putting your data at risk.

Webinar: Today’s Sneakiest Hacking Methods
Today at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT

Register here: https://www.designitsolutions.com/webinar/
Preview video: https://youtu.be/n74JL3YAGy8?si=4nzwyIdirFSS5dkD
Safe Wi-Fi product:

#CyberAwareness #SafeWiFi #CyberSecurityTips #PublicWiFi #CHUG

athenaPractice / athenaFlow Custom Encounter Forms Application

fvanstaden — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:45:59 +0000

Hi CHUG Community,

I wanted to reach out to see if there are any athenaPractice / athenaFlow users here who would be interested in connecting around custom HTML encounter forms and other custom content.

After attending the in-person event last month in Atlanta for athenaPractice / athenaFlow users I discovered many practices were facing identical issues and desired features that are implemented in the clinical content I create for our practice.

For several months, I’ve been developing an online application specifically for athenaPractice / athenaFlow that delivers pre-made HTML Encounter Forms to practices that want advanced functionality and features that go well above what’s available out of the box. I’ve had some great conversations with several individuals and a few practices and have received really encouraging feedback.

I’m looking to see if there is interest in an application like this, connect with practices who are interested about improving their clinical workflows, and would love to hear your thoughts, share what I’ve built, and explore how this could benefit your practice.

If this sounds interesting, feel free to reply here or reach out to me directly.

Please feel free to contact me @ francoisvanstad@outlook.com

Webinar: Today's Sneakiest Hacking Methods, Live

brettcusaac — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:14:20 +0000

Thursday, May 21 at 10:00 AM Pacific Time

That free Wi-Fi at the mall? It might not be the mall's.

Daniel Schwartz heads to a real shopping center, sets up a fake network, and shows what happens when someone connects. Then he walks through the other tactics hackers are using right now to steal data, and what you can actually do about it.

What you'll get out of it

→ See a real Wi-Fi spoofing attack, recorded live at a public mall
→ Learn the other methods hackers use right now to steal data
→ Get a clear list of what to do instead, both for your personal devices and your business
→ Bring your questions to a live Q&A with Daniel

Most security webinars walk you through slides. This one shows you the attack first, so the defenses make sense.

Save your spot, invite a colleague, and bring your questions.

Daniel Schwartz is the founder of Design I.T. Solutions, a Forbes Technology Council member, and has spent 20+ years helping organizations stay ahead of cyber threats.

(This event is hosted by Design I.T. Solutions and shared here to inform our healthcare professional community.)

HIMSS26 Europe Heads to Copenhagen This May

brettcusaac — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:31:50 +0000

Healthcare transformation will take center stage in Copenhagen, Denmark, when the HIMSS26 European Health Conference & Exhibition brings together leaders, innovators, policymakers, providers, and technology partners from across Europe. Taking place May 19–21, 2026, the event is focused on the real-world strategies health systems need to improve outcomes, strengthen resilience, manage costs, and accelerate digital maturity. HIMSS describes the event as a forum for “smarter, more resilient, more efficient healthcare,” with a focus on practical transformation through technology, data, and collaboration.

According to HIMSS, this year’s European conference will spotlight some of the biggest issues shaping healthcare right now, including AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and digital maturity. The program is designed to move beyond theory and into action, giving attendees practical insights they can bring back to their organizations. HIMSS also highlights opportunities to explore innovations, hear from global experts, make new connections, and gain actionable insights.

HIMSS is also framing Copenhagen as a place to explore new technologies, hear from global experts, build meaningful connections, and leave with actionable ideas for more connected, efficient, and patient-centered care. The event also offers onsite options for CPHIMS or CPDHTS certification during registration.

For CHUG members and the wider digital health community, this is the kind of event that offers a strong mix of strategy, networking, and exposure to emerging solutions across the European healthcare ecosystem.

Event details
Event: HIMSS26 European Health Conference & Exhibition
Dates: May 19–21, 2026
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Learn more: https://www.himss.org/events-overview/european-health-conference-and-exhibition

Meds_After translation to encounter notes

JBell — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:31:02 +0000

We have been using the following text translation in notes to bring in the list of current medications. {FMT("Current Medications:","B")} {'{MEDS_AFTER("list")}'} However, the staff noticed when they have a patient without any medications this evaluates and returns a . Which does not really indicate the patients medications were checked, they could be blank or missed all togther. Is there an easy way to update this to evaluate back with a value such as "Patient not currently on medications" instead of the no value?

HIMSS Webinar: Human-Centered Health Experiences in the Age of AI Agents

brettcusaac — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:20:26 +0000

A lot of healthcare AI discussion still focuses on capability. This one appears to center the more important question: whether AI agents can improve workflows, access, and care experiences in ways that still feel human.

When: Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Duration: 1 hour

Link: View Details or Register Here

Becker’s Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference Returns to Chicago This September

brettcusaac — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:52:40 +0000

When: September 14–17, 2026
Where: Hilton Chicago
Who’s expected: 2,500+ executive-level attendees, 515+ speakers

Becker’s 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference is set to bring healthcare leaders back to Chicago this fall for four days of conversation around the technologies and strategies shaping the industry right now.

At a high level, the event is centered on five major themes:

AI
From enterprise strategy to practical deployment, artificial intelligence is expected to be a major thread throughout the conference.

Interoperability
As data sharing and system integration remain ongoing challenges, interoperability continues to be a core focus for provider organizations and digital leaders.

Cybersecurity
With cyber risk still top of mind across healthcare, security strategy remains central to the broader health IT conversation.

Digital transformation
The agenda points toward a continued focus on what meaningful transformation looks like beyond pilot programs and isolated innovation efforts.

Revenue cycle management
RCM remains a major part of the conversation as organizations look for operational and financial improvements alongside technology modernization.

What the agenda is highlighting

Topics currently featured by Becker’s include:

— patient experience and technology strategy
— healthcare marketing and AI
— smarter EHR investment decisions
— executive collaboration around AI
— AI use cases in the revenue cycle
— retraining the workforce for the AI era

Speaker lineup

The current speaker list includes leaders from organizations such as:

Advocate Health, Jefferson Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UPMC, Intermountain Health, University Hospitals, Baptist Health South Florida, Mayo Clinic, Michigan Medicine, UChicago Medicine, and Nebraska Medicine.

The event page also lists Wayne Gretzky and Jimmy Johnson among the featured keynote names.

Why it matters

For CHUG members watching the 2026 conference calendar, this is one of the larger fall events focused on the intersection of health IT, digital strategy, and financial performance.

Stop Inbound and Outbound Email Threats

S4CHUG — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:18:57 +0000

(Shared from Knowbe4)

Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Duration: 30 minutes
Hosted by: KnowBe4
🔗 Learn More & Register Here

Strengthening Email Security in an Evolving Threat Landscape

Email remains one of the most common entry points for cyberattacks. With more than 376 billion emails sent daily, organizations face growing risks from business email compromise (BEC), misdirected communications, and increasingly sophisticated AI-driven phishing attacks.

Because the human element is involved in the majority of data breaches, email-based threats continue to cost organizations millions each year. As attackers evolve their tactics, security teams need smarter solutions that protect both incoming and outgoing communications.

This live demo will showcase how KnowBe4’s Cloud Email Security integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 to strengthen native protections and identify risky communications before they result in breaches.

What You’ll Learn

Defending Against Sophisticated Inbound Threats
See how organizations can protect against advanced email threats such as business email compromise, supply chain attacks, and ransomware.

Preventing Costly Outbound Mistakes
Learn how real-time alerts can stop misdirected emails and unauthorized file sharing before sensitive information reaches the wrong recipient.

Maintaining Compliance With Information Barriers
Understand how automated controls help enforce policies and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

Stopping Data Exfiltration Before It Happens
Discover how intelligent email monitoring detects and blocks attempts to move sensitive information outside your organization.

Customizing Incident Response Workflows
Explore how security teams can tailor response processes to align with their organization’s risk management strategies.

Why Attend

This session will demonstrate how AI-native email security can dramatically improve visibility and protection across Microsoft 365 environments. By combining intelligent threat detection with proactive risk management, organizations can stop more attacks before they impact users or data.

You’ll learn how to:

Detect advanced inbound email threats earlier
Prevent accidental data exposure from outbound communications
Reduce human-activated risk in your email environment
Strengthen your overall security posture with intelligent automation

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

Join this live demo to see how modern cloud email security solutions can help stop threats before they reach your inbox—or leave it.

(This webinar is hosted by KnowBe4 and shared here to inform the cybersecurity and risk management community.)

From Compliance to Coaching: How Emotional Intelligence Drives Real Security Change

S4CHUG — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:48:57 +0000

(Shared from Knowbe4)

Event: From Compliance to Coaching: How Emotional Intelligence Drives Real Security Change
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM ET
Duration: 30 minutes
Hosted by: KnowBe4
🔗 Learn More & Register Here

Moving Beyond Compliance to Build a Stronger Security Culture

Building a resilient security culture requires more than deploying the latest tools or enforcing compliance policies. True security leadership comes from influencing people, not just processes. The key difference between organizations that simply maintain security programs and those that drive meaningful change often comes down to emotional intelligence (EQ).

In this upcoming webinar, Jevon Wooden, CEO of BrightMind Consulting Group, and John Just, Chief Learning Officer at KnowBe4, explore how emotionally intelligent security leaders are transforming their organizations and advancing their careers. By shifting from rigid compliance models to people-centered strategies, security professionals can create lasting cultural change while reducing human risk.

What You’ll Learn

Understanding the Human Side of Security
Learn how analyzing adversary motivations and end-user behavior can help security teams focus on protecting what matters most.

From Punitive Compliance to Empathy-Driven Security
Discover why organizations that replace fear-based compliance with empathy-driven approaches often see measurable reductions in human risk.

Bridging the Gap Between Technical Teams and Leadership
Explore how emotional intelligence helps security professionals communicate effectively with executives and business stakeholders to gain buy-in for critical initiatives.

Turning Employees Into Security Advocates
Understand practical strategies to transform employees from passive participants in compliance programs into actively engaged defenders of organizational security.

Identifying Risks Technology Can’t Detect
See how high-EQ security leaders uncover behavioral and cultural vulnerabilities that technology alone often misses.

Why Emotional Intelligence Matters in Cybersecurity

As cyber threats evolve, so must the way organizations approach security leadership. Technical expertise remains essential, but the ability to understand human behavior, communicate effectively, and inspire change is becoming equally critical.

Security leaders who develop emotional intelligence are better positioned to influence decision-makers, strengthen security culture, and drive meaningful reductions in human risk.

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

Join this webinar to discover how emotional intelligence can become one of your most powerful tools for improving security outcomes and advancing your professional impact. Learn how to move beyond compliance and lead with influence, empathy, and strategy.

(This webinar is hosted by KnowBe4 and shared here to inform the cybersecurity and risk management community.)