Abstract: A universal application integrator system enables the automated integration of data from patient care devices into electronic health records (EHRs). In addition, the system acts as a context manager between these patient care devices, EHR applications, and ancillary specific patient care applications. The system is the central controller for direct integration with patient care devices. This allows for click-once implementation and automated driver uploads for patient care devices. Third party application integration allows for device and patient context information to be shared among applications in a standardized patient care fashion.

Abstract: A universal application integrator system enables the automated integration of data from patient care devices into electronic health records (EHRs). In addition, the system acts as a context manager between these patient care devices, EHR applications, and ancillary specific patient care applications. The system is the central controller for direct integration with patient care devices. This allows for click-once implementation and automated driver uploads for patient care devices. Third party application integration allows for device and patient context information to be shared among applications in a standardized patient care fashion.

Abstract: A universal application integrator system enables the automated integration of data from patient care devices into electronic health records (EHRs). In addition, the system acts as a context manager between these patient care devices, EHR applications, and ancillary specific patient care applications. The system is the central controller for direct integration with patient care devices. This allows for click-once implementation and automated driver uploads for patient care devices. Third party application integration allows for device and patient context information to be shared among applications in a standardized patient care fashion.

Abstract: Scheduling techniques are disclosed that employ one or more predictive scheduling classification algorithms configured to exploit historical data of previously scheduled and completed medical procedures. Thus, a new patient that is similarly-situated to previously treated patients can have a medical procedure automatically predicted and scheduled based on historical procedure data associated with those previously treated patients.

Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for efficiently and securely handling of patient medical images and data. In one particular embodiment, an acquisition service and picture archive communication system (PACS) architecture are provided that facilitate the transmission and storage of medical image objects using reliable IP multicasting, packet encoded transmission, and digital rights management (DRM). The system effectively creates a broadcast signal in which all listening computers can securely receive medical image objects at once for purposes of interpretation/diagnosis, assisting in surgery, and other such appropriate medical uses.

Abstract: There is provided a system and method for detecting and correcting a false embedded header. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method, comprising locating an ancillary data packet in a data stream based on a first sequence of data indicative of the ancillary data packet, determining if the ancillary data packet contains a second sequence of data indicative of sync information, and altering the second sequence of data to not indicate sync information if the ancillary data packet does contain the second sequence of data.

Abstract: A Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) implements medical image, video, and medical record storage, retrieval and archiving with transactional processing having properties of atomicity, consistency, isolation and durability (ACID). A two-phase commit procedure is used to prevent data corruption. Relational database storage of image objects permits images to be stored in a manner that allows a user to determine the quality and other characteristics of the image.

Abstract: A universal application integrator system enables the automated integration of data from patient care devices into electronic health records (EHRs). In addition, the system acts as a context manager between these patient care devices, EHR applications, and ancillary specific patient care applications. The system is the central controller for direct integration with patient care devices. This allows for click-once implementation and automated driver uploads for patient care devices. Third party application integration allows for device and patient context information to be shared among applications in a standardized patient care fashion.

Abstract: A computer-implemented architecture implementing Picture Archiving and Communication Systems functionality makes use of a virtual software service bus that allows communicating subsystems to listen in an asynchronous manner to a wide range of data streams and commands transmitted over the bus, and to respond only where appropriate. Automatic failover switching and other high reliability features are provided through redundant services implemented on disparate servers. Storage is accomplished in compliance with DICOM standards.

Abstract: A Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) implements medical image, video, and medical record storage, retrieval and archiving with transactional processing having properties of atomicity, consistency, isolation and durability (ACID). A two-phase commit procedure is used to prevent data corruption. Relational database storage of image objects permits images to be stored in a manner that allows a user to determine the quality and other characteristics of the image.

Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for efficiently and securely handling of patient medical images and data. In one particular embodiment, an acquisition service and picture archive communication system (PACS) architecture are provided that facilitate the transmission and storage of medical image objects using reliable IP multicasting, packet encoded transmission, and digital rights management (DRM). The system effectively creates a broadcast signal in which all listening computers can securely receive medical image objects at once for purposes of interpretation/diagnosis, assisting in surgery, and other such appropriate medical uses.

Abstract: A video apparatus such as a television signal receiver enables a video display that readily indicates the detected degree of a video attribute such as motion and/or other video attribute present in the video display. According to an exemplary embodiment, the video apparatus includes first circuitry operative to receive video data. Second circuitry is operative to enable a video display corresponding to the video data. The video display includes first and second video attributes.

Abstract: Scheduling techniques are disclosed that employ one or more predictive scheduling classification algorithms configured to exploit historical data of previously scheduled and completed medical procedures. Thus, a new patient that is similarly-situated to previously treated patients can have a medical procedure automatically predicted and scheduled based on historical procedure data associated with those previously treated patients.

Abstract: A procedural medicine workflow system collects data relating to medical procedures, organizes workflows, and allows statistics to be gathered on such procedures. The system includes a data management subsystem, a span of procedure subsystem, a work organization subsystem, and a business management subsystem. The system allows information from disparate sources to be used via a common vocabulary.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, methods and systems are provided for facilitating and managing communications between healthcare service referrers and healthcare service providers. Such communications are transacted via digital networks in connection with a healthcare information system. Referral of various diagnostic and therapeutic specialties is tracked from the initiation by the referrers to the completion of the services by the specialty service providers. Validation of insurance authorization is performed automatically if needed. Reports on the results of a requested specialty service as well as intermediate recommendations are made available to the referrer or other relevant entities upon completion of the service.

Abstract: A single enterprise directory integrates data produced by various healthcare information systems and third party medical products. The directory provides access to disparate data object, systems, and applications to allow for workflow management and enhance client service. The directory is equipped to provide notifications of changes or additions made to relevant partient data, and access to one or more data objects.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for proactively monitoring a healthcare information system. The monitor system has a plurality of counters and one or more notification agents. Counters monitor performance parameters by recording the values of the parameters at a predetermined interval. Multiple counter instances may be implemented. Agents notify designated representatives when the value of a counter exceeds a threshold. Notifications may be escalated as needed. The proactive monitor system may further include an operator capable of performing fixes to bring the value of the counter back within the threshold. Two user interfaces may be included, connecting to a customer support system and a user of the healthcare information system, respectively. The proactive detection, notification, and repair of business or system failures may be performed manually or automatically, onsite or over a network.