EMR systems need substantial investment, and with the technology expanding and the rules changing, most users know they will need to replace theirs eventually. A 2013 survey by Black Book confirms that 81 percent of practices accept that their initial installation will become antiquated. Of those who indicated an upgrade was inevitable, most said […]
The debate goes on about the cost benefits of EHR software and whether it really lives up to the hype. A number of recent studies address this very question as the focus shifts towards lowering patient costs. According the HealthIT.gov, EHR requires both a financial and time investment but the benefits make it worthwhile. A limited number of […]
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
We are all familiar with the hapless condition of the healthcare system in the US. Although a significant percentage of the federal budget was being spent on healthcare, experiencing the expected outcome was barely evident. While there existed several problems which needed to be addressed immediately, the medical prescription was certainly a vital one. Over […]
Now that the meaningful use stage 2 rules have been finalized, the direction has never been clearer. While EMR vendors may have dodged a bullet with the interoperability requirements this time around, it is most likely their last chance. With over 800 EMR vendors in the market, interoperability and health information exchange is an uphill […]
The past few years have been more of a topsy-turvy ride for the healthcare industry in the US. Initially backed by then president G.W Bush, electronic medical records have become levers for change today. The economic difficulties and increasing burden of rising healthcare costs have deprived most Americans of quality care. The pursuit of affordable […]
The purpose of an Electronic medical record (EMR) solution is to automate the clinical operations of a medical practice. EMR ensures better control over the information captured and allows for constructive utilization of structured and ‘big data’. The idea behind clinical automation is simple, ‘add value to the care processes’. For providers and care institutions […]
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
There are numerous possibilities for anyone looking to invest in Information technology. Independent consumers and large corporation now have an endless number of options and alternatives to select from. The age of globalization is upon us, with almost every man, woman and child being affected by one or another form of technological advancement. The tide […]
Medical practitioners are frequently entrusted with clinical decisions that have a major impact on patient mortality and livelihood, which is why there is no margin for clinical errors or mistakes under any circumstances. Physicians must uphold their trust by maintaining care delivery standards and ensuring compliance with best practice guidelines. The quest for healthcare accountability […]
For the last couple of years, I have been listening to health IT experts and medical professionals debate over the usefulness of electronic medical records. There have been many reports confirming the benefits associated with EMRs while there have been a few which indicated otherwise. Given the inconsistency in feedback about EMR usage, providers cannot […]
The world has truly become a global village. It takes mere seconds to connect with a friend or a colleague in a completely different part of the world. Development in the field of technology has lead to an avalanche of information flooding every house with an internet connection. Electronic communication has seen enormous growth over […]
We will highlight Build My Health's revenue practice management tools, which could help physician practices add up to $250,000 to their practices.
Healthcare in the US has been going through tumultuous phase. The soaring costs and sub-par care has forced the government take curative measures. The American Recovery and Re-investment Act (ARRA), seeks to modernize the current system by perpetuating the use of health IT. “The current system is not efficient. We are spending more than $2 […]
I had an opportunity to connect with an old colleague and play catch up. It was interesting to hear about some of his experiences as a Health IT consultant. Keith Smith has been working independently for the last couple of years, helping physicians with EMR implementation and selection. Although regional extension centers are bad for […]
Recent findings state that while a number of physicians in California have to adopted EMRs; use is limited and in most cases does not meet the requirements set forth by the federal government. The research conducted by the University of San Francisco in conjunction with the state board and California Department of Health Care Services […]