InfoQuest Introduces Security Service to Help Healthcare Practices Protect Their Digital Assets

New service enables healthcare practices protection against cyber threats and malicious attacks and compliance with HIPAA Security Rule.

Newark, DE (PRWEB) April 21, 2004 -- InfoQuest Systems, the premier provider of technology solutions that enable better practice management, introduced its new IQSecure computer security service to address the growing concern over computer security in healthcare.

An increasing number of healthcare practices are computerizing their offices, and adopting the use of the Internet and email within their offices. While this has created tremendous efficiencies for these practices, it also exposes them to security threats, such as viruses, outside attacks and other malicious programs.

"There is a lack of awareness and understanding about computer security among healthcare practices," said Shardul Mehta, vice president of marketing and business development. "While more and more practices are installing an Internet connection in their offices, very little thought is given to the security of the office computer system. There is a tendency to simply install some anti-virus software and think this will solve the problem, but it is only one component of an overall security strategy. Many dont realize that there are threats vulnerable even if they dont have an Internet connection."

"This is understandable, because a healthcare practice is a very busy place, and they want to focus on their patients-not worry about virus definitions and checking port settings."

The new service will help healthcare practices to protect their computer systems and data from outside threats, such as viruses and other malicious attacks through threat assessments and the use of industry-leading software technologies. InfoQuests engineers will ensure customers have the latest security updates and optimize their computers security settings. IQSecure will be one part of a healthcare practices overall goal of complying with the new HIPAA Security Rule. The service will be available as a part of InfoQuests preventive maintenance services or as a subscription-based service.

"Along with practice management, our customers look to us for expertise on adopting technology solutions within their practices," said Nitin Mehta, President of InfoQuest Systems. "IQSecure is an integral part of the repertoire of services that we provide to our customers to alleviate their technology concerns and ensure they get the most out of their office computer systems. It provides our customers with an assurance that their computer systems are secure, and gives them access to a resource if and when a problem does occur."

About InfoQuest Systems
InfoQuest Systems, Inc., combines extensive practice management and electronic billing knowledge with expertise in information technology solutions that ensure better practice management, and enable them to maixmize their investments in information technology. As Medicare's 1st Platinum Vendor, we focus on providing unsurpassed customer service, and do everything possible to ensure our customers suffer no disruptions to their billing and practice management processes. The result is enhanced productivity, cash flow, and quality of care. For more information, please visit www.iqsi.com or contact 1-800-414-9899.