Medical Tutorial Helpouts

Google has released a new hangout application called "Help Outs".  They have been designed to offer one on one tutorial and/or instructional platform for professionals, hobbyists or anyone who like to teach or consult on a one on one format.



The Helpout format meshes nicely with the missions of Health Train Express and Digital Health Space. It will give an opportunity for questions in a private setting which may be stimulated by my blog writings.  Or you may have bold and fresh new ideas.

Are You a Connector?  

Certainly our world is changing, not only in the health field but in general, the labor force is changing, and old opportunities are probably gone forever.  The economy and medicine in general have been reset and it is time for a fresh re-boot

The Guide to Helpouts on Google +



Health Train Express and Digital Health Space are currently being "vetted" to use the Helpout API.  We have had our iniitial background check. (quite extensive...consisting of a sweep of all major databases for criminality, license status by a professional screening company, Hireright . Somehow or other I managed to slip in under the radar.  I had a Helpout Interview, and hopefully passed the final step in assessing the 'studio' and my stage presence.

In about one week I should have a start date.

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HIPAA COMPLIANT GOOGLE + HANGOUTS

Google announces Helpouts: the Hangout that’s so good you’ll pay for it

This service marries the video chat features of Hangouts with the payment processing of Google Wallet, the identity management of Google+, and a slew of other Google service features. The end result is a gorgeous Frankenstein monster that lets you find expert help instantly via video.

Google + Helpouts is its own separate division within Google, but it uses all existing Google technologies.  And actually the service is free unless you charge for it.  Google's take is 20%.  The helpouts are scheduled or on demand.   

Many providers have been asking if Google + hangouts are HIPAA compliant. Up until now the answer has been 'no'.   Now for a charge it can be.  Further details are forthcoming from Google.

The challenges for telemedicine have been several. 1. Cost. 2. Non-reimbursement due to insurance limitations 3. Lack of an easily accessible platform.

Previous offerings have included expensive contracting with a telehealth provider. 

Providers and patients are now aware of new resources to provide an additional component to home health and alternative to time consuming  office visits.

Google also announced an API for Google Helpouts. For more information, Google hosts a 'help' tutorial.

Several medical offices and clinics may be available in your area.  Note that this service is so new that you should verify their participation.  It is not necessary to have a visit initially, however in many states,  for you to receive treatment advice law prohibits telemedicine treatment other than in an advisory capacity.

One Medical Group (Beverly Hills)

Meet the Doctors

• Michelle Grotz-Rhone, MD
• Bruce Olmscheid, MD
• Aarti Kulkarni, MD

There are other participating One Medical Groups in  San Francisco, New York,  Boston and Washington, D.C.

HIPAA Compliaint Video Chats on Google + Hangouts

Introducing Helpouts by Google




This service marries the video chat features of Hangouts with the payment processing of Google Wallet, the identity management of Google+, and a slew of other Google service features. The end result is a gorgeous Frankenstein monster that lets you find expert help instantly via video.

Google + Helpouts is its own separate division within Google, but it uses all existing Google technologies.  

Many providers have been asking if Google + hangouts are HIPAA compliant. Up until now the answer has been 'no'.   Now for a charge it can be.  Further details are forthcoming from Google.

Until now telemedicine has been limited by not having a reimbursable computer code (Current Procedural  Terminology) CPT.  These are computer codes which define the procedure or service provided by a physician, hospital, or alliled health provider such as a nurse pracitioner, laboratory or imaging facility.

CES 2014 What's in IT for Digital Health ?

Many generic IT software and hardware have been adapted for health care by DIYers who are already physicians.  This year's CES will emphasize the expansion and new offerings for mobile health in health care, including new software for all  operating systems, and the new technology in smart devices.

Attending a CES show in Las Vegas offers much for physicians now. The offerings have expanded exponentially for both iOS, Windows, and Chrome/Android on a variety of hardware applicatons. Each OS serves different segments, depending on EMR, and legacy hardware.

CES offers a unique show, a one place visual carnival in a large exposition. The event is located in Las Vegas, where a global entertainment industry and gambling exist, side-by-side.

DHS will be focusing on the electronics at CES 2014 both health oriented and in the consumer space that could be applied to health care.

C-Net  also will offer full coverage specials on exhibitor booth and their offerings, for those who are couch potatos or unable to travel.

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For Las Vegas Information and general information about CES, Housing, Transportation, Reservations, and Information about Shows, Entertainment, and much more: CES hosts a Website.

For those who need the "intimate" social reality experience attend in person.  Make certain you have taken your flu shot .

Where to get urgent health care.  Turntable Health is a Primary Clinic in downtown Las Vegas whose medical director is Zubin Damania (stage name- ZdoggMD)  a physician well known in social media circles and  trained at UC San Francisco.

While you are in Las Vegas  he may even be producing one of his unique and outrageous "ZdoggMD" episodes   (not to be missed)

The area that Turntable Health is located is in  an area that is underutilized and developed by Zappos, the well known online retailer. It is the innovative ultra-modern Los Vegas Medical Clinic where Patient-Centered Care is given, and is a worthwhile tourist destination to see where all the CES and HIT is used.

And Remember..."what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.

This has been an unpaid public announcement.  See it, or pay the price.

The CES has already started, and there is already much appearing on YouTube, and all the standard social media platforms, if you cannot attend.

Watch for Digital Health Space on Google +