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Is Your Lab Operation Vulnerable to a Cyber Attack?
August 20, 2024
There is much to consider when choosing a new LIS laboratory information system (LIS system; LIS abbreviation medical).
How much will the pathology reporting software cost?
How can the pathology lab software improve the performance and efficiency of our organization?
Will the LIS system software adapt and grow as our operation grows, supporting our future needs?
These are three important questions but don’t forget about another important question you should ask all laboratory information system companies.
How secure is the LIS software platform?
Learn More: Questions All Pathology Labs Should Ask When Evaluating LIS Software and Support
According to a recent Black Book Market Research report, healthcare data breaches cost the sector billions annually.
It’s a problem directly affecting healthcare providers that have shown an inability to fend off attacks from hackers because of security deficiencies and vulnerabilities within their organizations.
Attacks are rising and affecting about one in every 10 healthcare consumers.
LigoLab understands the seriousness of this issue and has always made LIS software security a core priority. It addresses cyber security through its all-in-one pathology LIS and laboratory billing platform, a comprehensive pathology lab software that covers the complete life-cycle of a specimen, from order entry to remittance.
The LigoLab LIS & RCM laboratory informatics platform manages the flow of information between healthcare providers, patients, and laboratories. It’s optimized not only for laboratory operations but also for personalized clinical care.
The fully integrated medical LIS and lab billing platform features advanced security, including embedded VPN and SSL encryption, to provide maximum security and data integrity. All activities within the LIS system are logged and monitored, and all field modifications are tracked in real time. This means the platform can drill down and identify who accessed what and when while auditing the old value before modification.
Safe and Sound - LigoLab’s LIS System Security Features:
- Configurable security policies (user and user groups)
- Roaming profiles and settings
- Robust and searchable audit trail
- Controlled internal and external access
- Two-factor authentication
- Password policies
- Data integrity controls and quick recovery
- Biometric and RFID login support
- Secure SSL and SSH tunneling
Because the laboratory information system software is completely integrated, there is less reliance on interfaces with third-party laboratory software systems and much less need for middleware, improving overall operational security and efficiency.
Learn More: LigoLab’s Enhanced Cybersecurity Solutions Give Customers Added Protection and Peace-of-Mind
The peace of mind that comes with a secure operation continues into the lab billing phase as LigoLab’s laboratory billing solutions take care of every laboratory billing process without the need to outsource and share your company’s data with others. Everything stays in-house and is protected, including claim validation, claim generation, client billing, distribution, and payment processing.
Learn More: Maximizing Your Lab’s Profitability: The Case for In-House Lab Billing
The Black Book study showed that a major issue with healthcare security is the continued use of legacy LIS software. Outdated laboratory information system software solutions typically require major ongoing development and support and involve “patchwork” because it is thought that a full-blown LIS system redesign is too difficult, disruptive, or expensive.
Learn More: Why Legacy Software is a Business Liability
That mindset needs to change and it is changing. More and more, modern lab operators are turning to LigoLab and other laboratory information system companies that offer comprehensive LIS pathology & RCM cycle solutions to manage confidently and securely.
Discover Why LigoLab Is the Ideal Choice for Your Growing Laboratory
LigoLab’s comprehensive and highly flexible LIS laboratory information system software is the right match for pathology groups and clinical labs looking for a reliable and cost-effective pathology lab management solution.
For more details on LigoLab's LIS pathology solutions and platform pricing, contact a LigoLab product specialist today.
Learn More: LigoLab Informatics Platform: Uniquely Designed to Deliver Maximum Value
Inquire about the LIS system's adaptability and customization options, seamless integration with other lab systems, and its ability to support expanding pathology groups through advanced automation and powerful reporting and analytics capabilities.
