Technology

DHA IPM 18-013: Risk Management Framework (RMF)

This Defense Health Agency-Interim Procedures Memorandum (DHA-IPM), based on the authority of References (a) through (c), and in accordance with the guidance of References (d) through (ac): • Incorporates cybersecurity strategy, policy, awareness/training, assessment, continuous monitoring, authorization, implementation, and remediation. • Aligns with the Deputy Assistant Director, Information Operations (DAD IO) J-6/Chief Information Officer’s (CIO) key concept of increasing cybersecurity of Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) Information Technology (IT); therefore, robust risk assessment and management is required. • Encompasses lifecycle risk management to determine and manage the residual cybersecurity risk. • This DHA-IPM is effective immediately; it will be converted into a DHA-Procedural Instruction. This DHA-IPM will expire effective 12 months from the date of issue.

• Identification #: 18-013
• Date: 9/20/2019
• Type: DHA Interim Procedures Memorandum
• Topics: Technology

Special Needs Program Management Information System (SNPMIS)

SNPMIS documents and reports on services provided to TRICARE patients with special needs.

DHA PI 3201.05: Technology Transfer (T2) Program

This Defense Health Agency-Procedural Instruction (DHA-PI) based on the authority of References (a) and (b), and in accordance with the guidance of References (c) through (t), establishes responsibilities, procedures, and guidance for the Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) T2 program.

• Identification #: 3201.05
• Date: 6/20/2019
• Type: DHA Procedural Instruction
• Topics: Technology

Nutrition Management Information System (NMIS)

NMIS is a fully integrated nutrition management system supporting military readiness and the war fighter worldwide.

Defense Occupational and Environmental Health Readiness System – Hearing Conservation (DOEHRS-HC)

The Defense Occupational and Environmental Health Readiness System – Hearing Conservation (DOEHRS-HC) is an information system designed to support personal auditory readiness and help prevent hearing loss through early detection.

Coding and Compliance Editor (CCE)

CCE supports the Department of Defense efforts to improve coding accuracy and reimbursements for inpatient and outpatient services.

Expense Assignment System (EAS IV)

EAS IV is a Web-based tool essential to the Department of Defense because it assists the Defense Health Agency in identifying the total cost of providing health care to TRICARE patients.

Patient Encounter Processing and Reporting (PEPR)

PEPR allows analysis of purchased care claims data created by the TRICARE Managed Care Support Contractors.

Military Health System (MHS) Population Health Portal (PHP)

Military Health System (MHS) Population Health Portal (PHP) Fact Sheet

BATDOK improves, tailors to deployed medics

BATDOK is under user evaluations by Air Force Pararescuemen and Army Rangers

Surgeons perform first bioengineered blood vessel transplant in military patient

Injury to major blood vessels of the body is the most common cause of death and disability in combat

Dummies for doctors

How technology is preparing the next generation of docs for the battlefield

Smartphone Apps for Psychological Health: A Brief State of the Science Review

In this brief state of the science review, we provide a synopsis of the literature on psychological health mobile applications (apps) and discuss the impact of mobile technology on psychological health practice. We describe the variety of psychological health app uses from self-management, skills training, and supportive care to symptom tracking and data collection; and we summarize the current evidence for the efficacy and effectiveness of psychological health apps. Finally, we offer some pragmatic suggestions for evaluating psychological health apps for quality and clinical utility.

Cultural Considerations in Using Mobile Health in Clinical Care With Military and Veteran Populations

Traditional cultural models typically address factors like ethnicity, language, and race as important concerns pertaining to treatment efficacy, but over the years, professionals have expanded the focus to include gender, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, and other aspects of identity and experience, including military cultural issues. As the integration of mobile health increases in clinical care, another important cultural factor that can impact care is technological culture. Differences in perception of technological competence by patient and provider can impact the provider’s ability to effectively connect with the patient and fully leverage tools to support evidence-based treatment.

Mobile Applications for Client Use: Ethical and Legal Considerations

Mobile applications (apps) to support behavioral health are increasing in number and are recommended frequently by medical providers in a variety of settings. As with the use of any adjunct tool in therapy, psychologists adopting new technologies in clinical practice must comply with relevant professional ethics codes and legal standards. However, emerging technologies can outpace regulations regarding their use, presenting novel ethical considerations. Therefore, it is incumbent upon providers to extrapolate current ethical standards and laws to new technologies before they recommend them as adjuncts to face-to-face treatment. This article identifies best practices for incorporating apps into treatment, including competence in the use of smartphones in general and familiarity with the specific apps recommended.