Collaborative communication technologies such as HIPAA compliant texting can have a substantial impact on healthcare, dramatically improving speed, safety, precision and efficiency. The widespread use of smartphones makes communication possible practically anywhere, anytime. Physician use of mobile devices is widespread and growing rapidly. Nearly 90% of American health care workers use their personal phone at work, and 45% of clinicians already use mobile apps to collect data at bedside. Backline Delivers Secure Text Messages for Instant Care Team Collaboration DrFirst’s Backline communication and collaboration tool, specifically designed for use in healthcare environments, helps providers achieve better care coordination, better health outcomes, better transitions of care and lower hospital readmissions. Available for iPhone and Android mobile devices, and web-based desktop environments: Private, group and Patient-Centered Chat℠ modes Real-time delivery status indicators and timestamps Supports attachments up to 20MBs, including photos, videos, audio files and documents Secure text messaging encryption for physicians protects privacy, prevents unintended disclosure and meets HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements