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Your IT Problems,
Solved.

IT consulting that actually gets done — healthcare integration, cybersecurity, managed IT, AI/data solutions, and network infrastructure. Orange County, CA — remote worldwide.

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// Quick stats
15+
Years IT
1K+
HL7 Instances
40+
EMR/EHR Platforms
100%
HIPAA Compliant
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HIPAA Compliant Work
Technologies & Platforms We Work With
Mirth Connect HL7 v2.x FHIR R4 Epic (OCHIN) Athena Health Cerner Millennium NextGen Medisoft LabSoft Ellkay Microsoft 365 Azure AWS Burp Suite Pro Nmap / Nessus 🤝 SonicWall Partner Python

Services

From one-off HL7 channel builds to full managed IT for a clinic — I handle it.

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HL7 / FHIR Integration
Design, build, and maintain HL7 v2.x and FHIR R4 interfaces using Mirth Connect. Full message routing, transformation, error handling, and alerting.
Mirth ConnectHL7 v2.xFHIR R4ADT/ORM/ORU
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Mirth Connect Administration
Setup, channel management, performance tuning, version upgrades, monitoring dashboards, and 24/7 alert configuration. Ongoing remote admin available.
Mirth ConnectChannel DesignMonitoring
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EMR / EHR Integration
Bi-directional integration with Athena, Epic (OCHIN), Cerner, NextGen, Medisoft, LabSoft, Ellkay, eClinicalWorks, AllScripts, and 30+ more.
AthenaEpicCernerNextGen+30 more
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LIS / LIMS Administration
Lab information system setup, user management, interface maintenance, result routing, QA workflow configuration, and vendor coordination.
LISLIMSLab ITResult Routing
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HIPAA Compliance Consulting
Security risk assessments per the HIPAA Security Rule, gap analysis, policy & procedure development, staff training materials, and remediation roadmaps.
HIPAAHITECHRisk AssessmentPHI
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Pharmacy & Lab Integrations
e-Prescribing (NCPDP SCRIPT), medication reconciliation, formulary checks, reference lab connections, in-house lab setup, and point-of-care device integration.
NCPDPe-PrescribingLab Connect
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Telehealth Platform Setup
Telehealth platform configuration and EMR integration. Workflow design, scheduling system connection, and HIPAA-compliant video visit setup.
TelehealthEMR IntegrationHIPAA
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Revenue Cycle IT Support
Claims submission, eligibility verification, ERA/remittance processing, prior authorization workflow automation, and billing system integrations.
X12 EDIClaimsERAPrior Auth
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Managed IT Services (MSP)
Full managed IT for small-to-mid healthcare organizations. Proactive monitoring, patch management, helpdesk, and a predictable monthly cost instead of break-fix surprises.
MSPProactiveMonthly Retainer
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IT Help Desk & Support
Remote-first helpdesk for end-user support, software troubleshooting, and hardware issues. On-site available in Southern California. Per-incident or retainer.
RemoteOn-site SoCalHelpdesk
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VoIP / Unified Communications
VoIP phone system selection, setup, and migration. Teams/Zoom Phone integration, auto-attendant configuration, and ongoing system management.
VoIPUCaaSTeamsZoom Phone
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Backup & Disaster Recovery
BDR solution design, implementation, and testing. Local + cloud backup strategy, RTO/RPO planning, and quarterly restore testing to make sure it actually works.
BDRCloud BackupRTO/RPO
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Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace
Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace setup, migration, licensing, user management, security hardening, and ongoing administration.
Microsoft 365Google WorkspaceExchange
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Mobile Device Management (MDM)
MDM deployment for company-owned and BYOD devices. Policy enforcement, remote wipe, app management, and compliance reporting.
MDMIntuneBYODPolicy
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IT Procurement & Vendor Management
Hardware and software procurement, vendor contract review, license optimization, and lifecycle management. No markup on hardware — you pay what I pay.
ProcurementLicensingVendor Mgmt
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IT Staff Augmentation
Short-term or project-based IT staff augmentation for healthcare organizations. Fill a gap during hiring, cover a leave, or supplement your team for a specific project.
Contract ITProject-BasedHealthcare IT
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Vulnerability Assessment
Network and web application scanning, manual verification, risk-rated findings, and a plain-English remediation report your team can act on. Not just a scanner export.
NessusNmapWeb AppNetwork
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Penetration Testing
Authorized black-box and grey-box testing for web apps, APIs, and internal networks. OWASP/PTES methodology. Full report with proof-of-concept screenshots.
Web AppAPIInternal NetworkOWASP
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Security Audit & Hardening
Firewall rule review, access control audit, password policy assessment, and configuration hardening for Windows Server, Linux, and network devices.
FirewallHardeningAccess Control
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Email Security & Anti-Phishing
Email security gateway setup, DMARC/DKIM/SPF configuration, anti-spam tuning, phishing simulation campaigns, and user awareness training.
DMARCAnti-SpamPhishing Sim
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Dark Web Monitoring
Continuous monitoring for leaked credentials, domain spoofing, and stolen data on dark web markets and paste sites. Alerting with actionable remediation steps.
Credential LeakDomain MonitorAlerting
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Incident Response
Rapid response for ransomware, data breaches, and unauthorized access. Containment, eradication, recovery support, and post-incident documentation for insurance and compliance.
RansomwareBreach ResponseForensics
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HIPAA Security Risk Analysis
Required HIPAA Security Rule §164.308(a)(1) risk analysis. Identify, assess, and document risks to ePHI with a remediation plan your compliance officer can sign off on.
HIPAA §164ePHIRisk Analysis
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Endpoint Protection
EDR/antivirus deployment and management, endpoint policy enforcement, patching strategy, and security baseline configuration for all workstations and servers.
EDRAntivirusPatchingBaseline
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Network Design & Infrastructure
LAN/WAN design, managed switch and router configuration, VLAN segmentation, firewall setup, structured cabling coordination, and wireless access point deployment.
CiscoVLANFirewallWireless
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Azure & AWS Setup
Cloud environment provisioning, identity management (Entra ID/IAM), virtual networking, cost optimization, and migration from on-premise to cloud.
AzureAWSEntra IDMigration
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Server Administration
Windows Server and Linux administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, patch management, and performance monitoring for on-premise and hybrid environments.
Windows ServerLinuxActive Directory
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VPN & Remote Access
Site-to-site and client VPN deployment, MFA integration, remote desktop and virtual desktop setup, and secure access policy configuration for remote teams.
VPNMFARDPZero Trust
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Custom Integration & API Dev
RESTful and SOAP API bridges for systems without standard connectors. Legacy-to-modern middleware, data pipeline automation, and multi-system orchestration.
PythonREST APIMiddlewareAutomation
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IT Consulting & Project Management
Technology assessment, vendor selection, project scoping and execution, budget planning, and roadmap development. Honest advice — I tell you what you need, not what costs more.
IT StrategyVendor SelectionRoadmap

Don't see exactly what you need? Most projects are custom. Let's talk.

Industries Served

Most of my work is in healthcare IT, but the underlying skills — integration, networking, security — cross over to any industry that cares about data and uptime.

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Hospitals & Health Systems
HL7 integration, EMR connectivity, HIPAA compliance, and network infrastructure for inpatient facilities.
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Physician Offices & Clinics
Managed IT, EHR support, lab result routing, and telehealth setup for independent and group practices.
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Clinical & Reference Labs
LIS administration, instrument interfaces, result routing, and lab-to-EMR connectivity for toxicology, pathology, and clinical labs.
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Pharmacies
e-Prescribing (NCPDP SCRIPT), pharmacy management system integration, and formulary data feeds.
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Small & Mid-Size Business
Managed IT services, cloud setup, cybersecurity, and helpdesk for any organization that needs a reliable IT partner without hiring full-time staff.
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Healthcare Vendors & Startups
Integration consulting for health IT companies building EMR connectors, interoperability layers, and FHIR APIs. I know where the edge cases are.

From First Contact to Running System

No ambiguity. No hand-offs to a junior tech you've never met. Here's exactly what happens after you reach out.

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Free Discovery Call
30 minutes. You describe the problem — what's broken, what you need, what your timeline is. I ask the right questions and tell you if I can help, and how.
02
Written Scope & Quote
You get a clear written scope — what's included, what's excluded, deliverables, timeline, and a fixed price or rate. No surprise invoices.
03
Build & Deliver
I do the work. You get regular updates, test environments before anything touches production, and documentation you can actually use after I'm gone.
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Ongoing Support
One-time projects include a 30-day support window. Managed clients get proactive monitoring and a direct line — not a ticket queue.

Real Problems We've Solved

These are anonymized — clients' systems, not their names. The problems and results are real.

Healthcare IT · HL7 Integration
Multi-site clinical lab couldn't route results to 12 ordering physicians
Lab was using manual fax for 80% of result delivery. The other 20% went through a broken Mirth channel that was dropping ORU messages silently — no one knew until a physician called asking where a result was.
Built 12 bi-directional HL7 v2.5 interfaces in Mirth Connect, one per ordering group
Added ACK monitoring with email alerts for any NAK or timeout
Fax volume dropped over 90% within 30 days of go-live
Zero dropped messages in the first 6 months post-deployment
Cybersecurity · HIPAA Compliance
Physician group failed their first HIPAA risk analysis — needed remediation before audit
A 6-provider practice had never completed a formal HIPAA Security Risk Analysis. They were using shared passwords, had no encryption on laptops, and staff email was on a personal Gmail account.
Completed full §164.308(a)(1) risk analysis with written findings
Deployed BitLocker on all endpoints and enforced MFA across Microsoft 365
Migrated staff off personal email to a HIPAA-compliant M365 tenant
Passed follow-up audit with no findings 8 weeks later
Managed IT · Network Infrastructure
Urgent care clinic with daily WiFi outages affecting patient check-in and EHR access
A 3-location urgent care group was running consumer-grade routers and a flat network with no VLAN separation. Medical devices, guest WiFi, and the EHR all shared the same segment. Outages happened 4–5 times per week.
Replaced consumer gear with managed switches and enterprise access points
Segmented into 4 VLANs: clinical, admin, guest, and medical devices
Configured QoS to prioritize EHR traffic
Zero unplanned outages reported in the 4 months following deployment

What Clients Say

Healthcare organizations, small businesses, and developers — across the board.

★★★★★
"Our Mirth Connect setup was a mess inherited from a vendor that ghosted us. Balwinder came in, mapped everything, fixed it, and built us proper monitoring. We finally know when something breaks instead of finding out from a physician complaint."
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R. Gomez
Lab Director · Clinical Reference Lab · ~25 staff · Southern California
★★★★★
"I've hired a lot of IT people. Most of them talk around what they don't know. Balwinder just says what he knows and what he doesn't, gives you a price, and does the work. Refreshing. The HIPAA audit prep alone was worth 10x what we paid."
KP
K. Patel
Practice Administrator · 4-Provider Family Medicine Group · 8 staff
★★★★★
"We needed an Athena-to-LIS integration that Athena's own support team told us wasn't possible through their standard interface. Balwinder built a custom bridge in two weeks. It's been running without issues for eight months."
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D. Lee
IT Manager · Multi-Specialty Group · 18 providers · 3 locations
★★★★★
"We're a 12-person marketing agency — nothing to do with healthcare. Our server went down on a Friday afternoon and we couldn't reach our previous IT vendor. Texted Balwinder cold, he responded in 20 minutes and had us back up within two hours. We switched our managed IT to him the following week."
MR
M. Rivera
Operations Director · Digital Marketing Agency · Orange County, CA
★★★★★
"Hired Balwinder for a web application security assessment before we launched. He found three vulnerabilities our dev team had missed, wrote them up clearly enough that non-technical stakeholders understood the risk, and gave us a fix priority list we could actually act on. Would use again."
JT
J. Torres
CTO · Health Tech Startup · Series A · Remote
★★★★★
"The tools Balwinder has published on GitHub — especially the HL7 QA Assistant — saved my team hours of manual validation work during a large migration. When we needed help customizing it, he jumped on a call same day. That kind of support is rare from an open-source author."
AS
A. Shah
Senior Integration Engineer · Regional Health Network · Midwest

How We Compare

Before you commit to anything, know what you're comparing against.

Feature SmaRTy Saini
IT Consulting
DIY / In-House Large MSP
HL7 / FHIR expertise on staff ✓ Specialist Rarely Sometimes
You talk to the person doing the work ✓ Always ✓ Yes Account manager first
Transparent, fixed-price quotes ✓ Every project Depends on salary Hourly + overages
HIPAA compliance & BAA included ✓ Standard If you build it ✓ Usually
Healthcare-specific IT experience ✓ 15+ years Varies widely Generalist teams
Cybersecurity built in (not bolted on) ✓ Same team Separate hire Add-on cost
Response time ✓ <24 hours ✓ Immediate Ticket queue
Scales without long-term contract lock-in ✓ Month-to-month Hire/fire cycle Annual contracts
Open-source tools & documentation ✓ Included Depends Proprietary stack

Simple, Honest Rates

No surprise invoices. No scope-creep billing. Pick a plan or bring a project — I'll tell you exactly what it costs before we start.

// Managed IT — per user / month
Starter
$89/user/mo
Best for: small clinics, single-location offices, 1–15 users
  • ✓ 24/7 proactive monitoring & alerting
  • ✓ Remote helpdesk support (business hours)
  • ✓ Antivirus & endpoint protection
  • ✓ Patch management (OS + third-party)
  • ✓ Monthly health & security report
  • ✓ Email security baseline
  • — On-site visits
  • — Backup management
  • — HIPAA security review
Enterprise
Custom
Best for: health systems, labs, multi-site networks, complex environments
  • ✓ Everything in Professional
  • ✓ Priority 24/7 support with SLA
  • ✓ HL7/FHIR integration management
  • ✓ Custom API & middleware development
  • ✓ Annual penetration test included
  • ✓ LIS/LIMS administration
  • ✓ Vendor management & procurement
  • ✓ Dedicated account management
// Project & One-Time Services
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HL7 / FHIR Channel Build
$750 – $3,500 / channel
Complexity-based. Includes testing, monitoring setup & documentation.
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Mirth Connect Setup & Migration
$2,500 – $8,000 flat
Full instance, channels, monitoring dashboard, staff handover.
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HIPAA Security Risk Analysis
$2,500 – $5,500 flat
Full §164.308–312 report, gap analysis, remediation roadmap, BAA template.
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Penetration Test (Web App / API)
$2,500 – $6,000 flat
Manual + automated, OWASP methodology, full report with POCs & remediation.
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Network Design & Deployment
$1,500 – $6,000 flat
Scoped per site size, complexity, and hardware requirements.
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Hourly Consulting
$125 – $175 / hour
Advisory, troubleshooting, architecture review, project management.
Not sure which fits your situation?
Free 30-minute call — I'll scope it and give you an honest answer. No obligation.

Tools for Clients

Get a quick read on your IT situation before we even talk.

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SmaRTy Score™ — IT Health Check
6 questions · 90 seconds · proprietary scoring
Question 1 of 6
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Managed IT Cost Estimator
See what managed IT costs vs break-fix
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Service tier
Avg break-fix incidents per year
Managed IT / year
$7,800
Break-fix / year
$4,500

Open Source Projects

25+ public repos on GitHub — tools, automation scripts, security utilities, and more. Free to use.

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Script Runner
Python · MIT
GUI app to manage, run, and schedule Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripts. No terminal needed — built for IT admins automating repetitive tasks across Windows and Linux.
PythonAutomationIT Admin
View on GitHub →
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DepHealth
Python · CLI
Multi-ecosystem dependency health checker for Node.js, Python, PHP, and more. Surfaces outdated, vulnerable, and deprecated packages across all your projects in one scan.
DevOpsSecurityCLI
View on GitHub →
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Kali Linux Hardening
Bash · Security
Automated hardening scripts for Kali Linux environments. Covers firewall config, service trimming, SSH hardening, and audit log setup for penetration testing workstations.
KaliHardeningBash
View on GitHub →
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Ubuntu Security Audit
Bash · MIT
Comprehensive Ubuntu security audit script. Checks open ports, user accounts, sudo access, cron jobs, SUID files, network services, and generates a readable report.
UbuntuSecurity AuditCompliance
View on GitHub →
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TurboFix Toolbox
PowerShell · Windows
Lightweight portable Windows tool to clean, repair, and boost PC performance with one click. Handles temp files, registry cleanup, startup items, and Windows Update issues.
WindowsIT SupportPowerShell
View on GitHub →
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25+ more repos
Bulk File Renamer, Asteroids Canvas, SmaRTy-Sec, Peace Place, Universal Downloader & more
View all on GitHub
📞 Free · No obligation · 30 minutes

Book a Free Discovery Call

Tell me what's broken, what you need, or what you're planning. I'll give you an honest read — what's involved, how long it takes, what it costs. No pitch, no pressure.

📧 Email to Schedule
Reply within 24 hours
BAA available before meeting if needed
Remote-friendly worldwide

HIPAA Security Checklist

The 47-point checklist used on every HIPAA Security Risk Analysis engagement. Covers administrative, physical, and technical safeguards under §164.308–312.

  • Administrative safeguards (workforce, access, training)
  • Physical safeguards (facility, workstation, device controls)
  • Technical safeguards (encryption, audit, authentication)
  • Breach notification requirements
  • BAA tracking template included
Instant download · No email required · HTML format
Checklist Preview
47 items · §164.308–312 aligned
§164.308(a)(1) — Risk Analysis completed and documented
§164.308(a)(3) — Workforce authorization procedures in place
§164.308(a)(5) — Security awareness training for all staff
§164.310(a)(1) — Facility access controls implemented
§164.312(a)(1) — Unique user IDs for all system access
§164.312(e)(2)(ii) — Encryption of ePHI in transit
+ 41 more items in the full download

Serving Southern California & Beyond

Headquartered in Orange County, CA. Most work is done remotely — but on-site visits are available throughout the Inland Empire, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego.

San Diego Orange Co. Los Angeles Inland Empire Ventura Orange County + Remote Worldwide 🌐 Primary on-site zone Extended coverage
📍 On-Site Coverage — SoCal
Orange County — Irvine, Anaheim, Newport Beach, Santa Ana (home base)
Los Angeles — Downtown, West LA, Pasadena, Long Beach
San Diego — North County, Downtown, El Cajon
Ventura County — Thousand Oaks, Oxnard, Camarillo
🌐 Remote — Worldwide

HL7 integration, Mirth Connect administration, HIPAA consulting, cybersecurity assessments, M365 admin, cloud setup — 90%+ of this work requires no on-site presence. If you're in Texas, New York, or Toronto, reach out.

⏰ Timezone

Pacific Time (PST/PDT · UTC-8/-7)
Available for calls during business hours and often evenings. Urgent issues get a response regardless of hour.

Digital Products for IT Professionals & Developers

Built by a practitioner who does this work daily. Scripts, templates, tools, and resources for healthcare IT pros, developers, and small IT teams — practical, documented, and ready to use.

Healthcare IT tools & automation scripts
Security templates & assessment checklists
Developer resources & integration guides
Instant digital download · No subscription
🛒 Visit the Store
Support an independent developer · All products by Balwinder Singh
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AI Voice Chat System
$9.99
Full n8n workflow + guide for building an AI voice chat system with OpenAI, Google Gemini & ElevenLabs. Deploy your own voice AI in hours.
Get it →
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AI Shorts/Posts Prompt Pack
300 Viral Prompts
300 ready-to-use prompts for creating viral AI-powered short-form content and social media posts. Structured for LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts.
Get it →
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Script Runner — GUI App
Python · Open Source
GUI app to manage, run, and schedule Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripts. No terminal needed. Built for IT admins who automate repetitive tasks.
Get it →
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More products available
Windows tools, AI workflows, security templates & more
Browse all →

What Makes the Difference

01

I've seen 40+ EMR systems up close

Not just in documentation — I've built live integrations with Athena, Epic, Cerner, NextGen, Medisoft, LabSoft, Ellkay, and dozens more. I know their quirks and their gotchas.

02

Healthcare IT and cybersecurity in one person

Most HL7 consultants don't think about security. Most security consultants don't understand HL7. I do both — which matters when PHI is flowing between systems.

03

Honest scope, no upsell

I tell you what you actually need. If a simpler solution works, I'll say so. No vendor kick-backs, no inflated hours, no scope creep for its own sake.

04

You talk to the person doing the work

No account managers or hand-offs. When you email me, I respond. When you have a question at 9pm, I'm usually there.

05

Remote-first, available on-site in SoCal

90% of healthcare IT work is done remotely. For anything that needs hands-on, I'm based in Orange County and can be on-site throughout Southern California.

smarty@ubuntu: ~/consulting
smarty@ubuntu:~$ whoami
Founder & CEO · SmaRTy Saini IT Consulting
Orange County, CA · Remote worldwide
smarty@ubuntu:~$ cat experience.txt
15+ years in healthcare IT + cybersecurity
1,000+ HL7 instances deployed
40+ EMR/EHR platforms integrated
Company founded: SmaRTy Saini IT Consulting
TryHackMe Top 10% · CTF player
Purdue Global B.S. IT (exp. 2026)
smarty@ubuntu:~$ cat availability.txt
✓ Available for new projects
✓ Response within 24 hours
✓ Free 30-min consultation
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Common Questions

Do you work with organizations outside of Southern California?+
Yes — the majority of work is remote. HL7 integration, Mirth Connect administration, cybersecurity assessments, Microsoft 365 management, cloud setup — all of it can be done without being on-site. On-site visits are available throughout Southern California for anything that genuinely requires physical access (network cabling, hardware deployment, etc.).
What does a typical HL7 integration project look like, and how long does it take?+
Scope varies. A straightforward Mirth Connect channel between a lab and an EMR with a standard HL7 interface typically takes 1–2 weeks from kickoff to go-live. Complex projects — multiple systems, non-standard message formats, legacy infrastructure, or simultaneous multi-site deployment — can take 4–8 weeks. The discovery call and written scope will give you a specific timeline before you commit to anything.
Can you work with our existing Mirth Connect instance, or do I need to start fresh?+
Either. Inherited Mirth instances are common — I can audit your existing channels, document what's running, fix what's broken, and add new interfaces without disrupting what already works. If the instance is in bad shape (outdated version, no monitoring, undocumented spaghetti channels) I'll tell you honestly whether it's worth cleaning up or starting fresh.
What's the difference between managed IT and just calling someone when something breaks?+
Break-fix means you pay when things are already broken — and you pay urgency pricing. Managed IT means problems are caught before they become outages. Patching happens on schedule. Backups are verified. You get a monthly report instead of a surprise call. For healthcare organizations especially, proactive IT is also a HIPAA compliance requirement — you're expected to have policies, monitoring, and documented controls in place, not just react to incidents.
Do you sign BAAs (Business Associate Agreements)?+
Yes. Any engagement that involves access to PHI (Protected Health Information) includes a BAA. This is standard for all healthcare clients. If you need a BAA before we even start the discovery call, reach out via email and I'll send one over.
What EMR/EHR systems have you actually integrated with?+
Athena Health, Cerner Millennium, Epic (OCHIN), NextGen Healthcare, Medisoft, LabSoft, Ellkay, AllScripts, eClinicalWorks, Practice Fusion, DrChrono, Kareo, and several smaller regional systems. If your EMR isn't on this list, it doesn't necessarily mean it won't work — most systems support standard HL7 v2.x. Bring your interface spec and we can evaluate it in the discovery call.
How is pricing structured for cybersecurity work?+
Most security engagements are flat-fee projects scoped upfront. A web application penetration test, HIPAA risk analysis, or network security audit will have a fixed price agreed before work starts — not hourly billing that surprises you at the end. Ongoing services (dark web monitoring, endpoint management) roll into a monthly managed IT plan. See the pricing section for ranges.
Can you help if our IT situation is a complete mess and we don't even know where to start?+
That's actually the most common starting point. You don't need to have a clear scope before reaching out. Book the free 30-minute call, describe what's going wrong, and I'll help you figure out what to prioritize. Sometimes that's a security issue. Sometimes it's a broken integration. Sometimes it's that your IT costs are out of control and no one knows what you're paying for. We'll figure it out together.

Balwinder Singh

Founder & CEO · SmaRTy Saini IT Consulting

I got into healthcare IT because it matters. When a lab result doesn't route correctly, a patient's treatment is delayed. When a firewall is misconfigured, PHI is exposed. The stakes are real — and that's what keeps me building after 15 years.

I founded SmaRTy Saini IT Consulting to solve real problems full-time — healthcare integration, cybersecurity, managed IT, and AI/data solutions for organizations that can't afford system failures. On the security side, I'm an authorized SonicWall partner, active on TryHackMe and HackTheBox, publish CTF write-ups on Medium, and hold certifications including CCEP and TryHackMe Red Teaming. I also run the CyberHealth IT Store — digital tools and templates for IT professionals and developers. Finishing a B.S. in IT at Purdue Global (2026).

What is CCEP? Certified Cloud & Endpoint Protector — issued by RedTeamLeaders. Covers cloud security architecture, endpoint threat detection, and incident response for enterprise environments.
💼 LinkedIn 🐙 GitHub ✍️ Medium
// Skills overview
Mirth Connect
98%
HL7 v2.x
97%
FHIR R4
85%
LIS/LIMS Admin
94%
HIPAA Compliance
90%
Network Design
85%
Web App Security
82%
Pen Testing
78%
Azure / AWS
75%
Python / Bash
83%

Let's Solve Your IT Problem

Free 30-minute consultation. I'll tell you what needs to happen and give you an honest scope — no fluff, no upsell.

📧
Email
contact@smartysaini.com
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Text Message
(814) 515-9663
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LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/smartysaini
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GitHub
github.com/smarty-saini
✍️
Medium
medium.com/@smarty-saini
📍 Location & Coverage
Orange County, CA · PST/PDT (UTC-8/-7)
Remote-friendly worldwide
On-site: Southern California
Accepting new clients — reply within 24 hours
No long-term contracts · No minimum user count · BAA on request
✅ Message sent! I'll reply within 24 hours.
Typically respond within 24 hours · Or email directly: contact@smartysaini.com

Daily Tools — No Sign-up, No Tracking

Browser-based utilities for IT professionals, developers, and healthcare orgs. Everything runs locally — nothing you enter is sent anywhere.

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Do not enter real patient data or PHI into any tool on this page. Use synthetic, de-identified, or test data only. These tools run in your browser and do not transmit data, but you are responsible for ensuring no Protected Health Information (PHI) is entered. For actual clinical data processing, use validated, HIPAA-compliant systems.
Healthcare IT & HL7
PDF Tools
Developer & IT
HL7 v2.x Message Parser
Paste any HL7 message — MSH, PID, OBR, OBX, PV1 — get every field labelled instantly. Test data only — no real PHI.
Paste an HL7 message to parse →
HL7 Message Builder
Build valid HL7 v2.5 messages from form fields. Choose a message type and fill in the fields — the raw HL7 is generated live. Use synthetic test data only.
HL7 ACK Generator
Paste any HL7 message and generate the correct ACK (Acknowledgment) response — AA (Accept), AE (Error), or AR (Reject). No real PHI.
HL7 Date & Time Tools
Convert between HL7 timestamp format (YYYYMMDDHHMMSS±ZZZZ) and human-readable dates. Essential for debugging MSH-7, OBR-7, and OBX-14 fields.
Human Date → HL7 Format
HL7 Format → Human Readable
Quick HL7 Timestamps
Now (full)
Today (date only)
Midnight today
HL7 v2.x → FHIR R4 Converter
Convert HL7 PID segment fields to a FHIR R4 Patient resource JSON. Supports basic demographic mapping. Synthetic test data only — no real PHI.
ℹ️ This converter handles basic PID→Patient mapping (name, DOB, gender, MRN, address, phone). Complex clinical data and coded values require a full integration engine like Mirth Connect or a certified FHIR server.
FHIR R4 JSON Structure Checker
Validates the structure of FHIR R4 resources — checks required fields, data types, and common issues. Not a full HL7 FHIR validator but catches the most common errors fast.
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PDF Inspector
Drop a PDF file to see its page count, metadata, file size, and basic properties. Processed entirely in your browser — file is not uploaded anywhere.
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PDF Text Extractor
Extract all readable text from a PDF file. Works on text-based PDFs (not scanned images). File stays in your browser — nothing is uploaded. Do not upload documents containing real PHI.
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Base64, URL encoding, and Hex — encode or decode in any direction.
JSON Formatter & Validator
Format minified JSON, validate syntax, and minify back. No data leaves your browser.
Cron Expression Builder
Build cron schedules visually and see exactly when they run next.
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SLA Uptime Calculator
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HIPAA Breach Cost Estimator
Estimate potential fine exposure and remediation costs based on breach size and type. For awareness — consult legal counsel for actual situations.
Email Breach Checker
Check if an email address has appeared in known data breaches. Powered by the HaveIBeenPwned public API. Your query is sent to HIBP — no data is stored by us.
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Text Case & String Utilities
Transform, count, and clean text. Select text then click a transformation, or type and use the buttons.
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QR Code Generator
Generate a QR code for any URL, text, email, phone number, or WiFi credentials. Click to download as PNG.
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Regex Tester
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UUID, Token & Password Generator
Generate cryptographically secure UUIDs, random tokens, API keys, and strong passwords instantly.
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Key Terms — Plain English

Every industry has jargon. Here's what the important terms actually mean, without the buzzword inflation.

HL7 (Health Level 7)
A set of international standards for the exchange of clinical and administrative data between healthcare software applications. HL7 v2.x is the most widely deployed version — you'll see it in messages like ADT (admissions), ORM (orders), and ORU (results).
FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources)
The modern standard for healthcare data exchange, built on REST APIs and JSON/XML. FHIR R4 is the current stable version. It's more developer-friendly than HL7 v2 and is required by CMS for certain payer data access rules.
Mirth Connect
An open-source healthcare integration engine (now maintained by NextGen) used to route, transform, and monitor HL7 and FHIR messages between systems. Think of it as the translator and post office for clinical data.
EMR vs EHR
An EMR (Electronic Medical Record) is a digital version of a paper chart within a single practice. An EHR (Electronic Health Record) is broader — it's designed to share information across providers and systems. In practice, the terms are often used interchangeably.
LIS / LIMS
A Laboratory Information System (LIS) manages lab workflows, results, and reporting in clinical settings. A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is used more in research and industrial labs. Both require careful integration with ordering EMRs.
HIPAA Security Rule
The portion of HIPAA that sets standards for protecting electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI). It requires covered entities and business associates to implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards — and to document them.
BAA (Business Associate Agreement)
A required contract between a covered entity (a healthcare provider) and any vendor who touches PHI. If you're sharing patient data with an IT consultant, cloud service, or software vendor, a BAA is legally required under HIPAA.
ADT / ORM / ORU Messages
Three of the most common HL7 message types. ADT = Admit/Discharge/Transfer (patient movement). ORM = Order Message (lab or radiology orders). ORU = Observation Result Unsolicited (results sent back). Most integrations handle at least two of these.
ACK / NAK
Acknowledgment messages in HL7. An ACK confirms that a message was received and processed. A NAK (Negative Acknowledgment) means something went wrong. Monitoring ACK/NAK ratios is one of the fastest ways to catch integration problems before a physician calls.
MSP (Managed Service Provider)
A company or consultant that takes ongoing responsibility for managing a client's IT systems, usually for a flat monthly fee. The MSP model replaces unpredictable break-fix billing with proactive management and predictable costs.
EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response)
A more advanced form of antivirus that monitors endpoints (computers, laptops) for suspicious behavior in real time, not just known malware signatures. Required by many cyber insurance policies and HIPAA-aligned security frameworks.
VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)
A way to logically segment a network without physically separating the cables. In healthcare, VLANs are used to isolate clinical devices, guest WiFi, and administrative systems from each other — reducing both security risk and network congestion.

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Healthcare IT & Security Write-ups

Practical notes from real projects — no filler, no sponsored content.

Healthcare IT · Mirth Connect
Why Mirth Connect Channels Go Silent (And How to Catch It Before a Physician Does)
The most dangerous HL7 failures aren't the ones that throw errors — they silently drop messages. Here's how to catch them proactively.
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Cybersecurity · CTF
YesWeHack Dojo — APICreed Race Condition Exploit Walkthrough
A race condition in a REST API endpoint, the exploit chain, timing mechanics, and full remediation walkthrough.
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HIPAA & Compliance
The 5 HIPAA Gaps That Show Up in Almost Every Small Practice Risk Analysis
After dozens of §164.308 risk analyses, the same five issues keep appearing. Here's what they are and what it takes to fix them.
HIPAARisk AnalysisCompliance
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Tools & Resources · Store
CyberHealth IT Store — Scripts, Templates & Tools for IT Professionals
Ready-to-use healthcare IT templates, security checklists, and developer resources. Built by a practitioner, documented for immediate use.
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