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Fax Over Internet Protocol (FoIP) has become one of the most popular faxing methods over the last decade. FoIP allows you to send faxes over the internet rather than using older technology that involves costly equipment and materials and unproductive operating inefficiencies. The process works much like Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology, a type […]

There are two ways for organizations to send and receive important information electronically —  fax or email. But the convenience of sending a quick email could come with a price. Many organizations rely on email for fast transmission, but there are potential security pitfalls to sending information via the internet. Privacy and security are the […]

Implementing safeguards for medical privacy laws per the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is crucial for all healthcare organizations, whether protected information is communicated over the phone or via email. As long as the patient provides their consent, healthcare providers can safely send and receive protected health information (PHI) via encrypted […]

Sending faxes using a cloud faxing service is more important now than it ever was before. The benefits are obvious from a day to day efficiency standpoint, but they can also be quite apparent when you think about how a cloud fax service could potentially help your corporation meet necessary regulatory compliance requirements. Let’s look […]

The technology used in a fax machine has remained largely unchanged since its invention in the 1960’s. So why do businesses still use fax machines? They offer several advantages like security and a universal acceptance. However, there are quite a few downsides to the traditional fax. A fax machine uses lots of paper which is […]

Who Needs HIPAA-Compliant Fax Services? HIPAA-compliant fax services are a must for any organization or body that interacts with PHI. This also means third-party vendors or re-sellers could have access to PHI, not necessarily for their own daily, mission-critical operations, but because the nature of their work puts them in such a position. The following […]

Healthcare leaders are promoting technology to transform workflows into efficient, digital processes. As healthcare organizations aim to increase interoperability and improve patient outcomes, they need to adopt digital tools that enable secure information sharing. Technology like cloud faxing solutions allows healthcare providers to streamline workflows and effortlessly comply with privacy laws. Despite the availability of […]

What Are the Benefits of HIPAA-Compliant Cloud Fax Services?   There are many advantages to incorporating a HIPAA-compliant, cloud-based fax service into your healthcare operations. Aside from the daily ease of more straightforward business processes, these faxing systems help bring peace of mind that your fax communications and activities are on-par with the healthcare industry’s strict […]

Faxing has traditionally played a prominent role in the healthcare industry. One private survey suggests that faxing accounts for up to 75% of medical communications. Many insurance companies require claim submission by fax, even though this technology is outdated and often frustrating for healthcare providers to work with because of its inefficiencies and security vulnerabilities. Cloud faxing […]