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There are people that still use the acronyms and terms (EHR) electronic health record and (EMR) electronic medical record interchangeably. Is there a difference between EHR’s and EMR’s? The answer is YES. The fact is that electronic based medical records … Continue reading →
At least one survey indicates that physicians’ personal embrace of tablet computers is translating into a professional embrace — one that could put small offices at the forefront in the latest wave of health information technology. Click on the link … Continue reading →
The days of tweeting, Yelp-ing, and checking-in are here to stay, but as social media’s use expands, certain guidelines are needed to ensure its “optimal” practice in the healthcare realm. Click on the link to view entire article wtitten by … Continue reading →
As we embark on a new year, healthcare providers will inevitably be bombarded with 2012 industry forecasts from a variety of analysts and media outlets. Click on the link to view entire article written by Ken Congdon, editor in chief, … Continue reading →
“In 2012, meaningful use will soar,” National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Farzad Mostashari asserted at the Jan. 10 meeting of the Health IT Policy Committee. Click on the link to view entire article written by Diana Manos, Healthcare IT … Continue reading →
The Medicare and Medicaid electronic health record program has paid more than $2.5 billion to physicians and hospitals in incentive payments for all of 2011, with December contributing to the steep growth curve. Click on the link to view entire … Continue reading →
Outpatient visits can put some patients at risk, according to a new report from the American Medical Association. Click on the link to view entire article written by Bernie Monegain, Editor with Healthcare IT News: AMA urges greater focus on … Continue reading →
Health information technology consultant Matthew Grob likes to compare implementing an EMR to buying a car. Click on the link to view entire article written by Pamela Lewis Dolan, amednews staff: How to budget for a cloud-based EMR system
A lot has been said about usability, whether it’s in regard to EHRs or other healthcare apps. Click on the link to view entire article written by Michelle McNickle, Web Content Producer. Shahid Shah, software IT analyst and author of … Continue reading →
The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) on Tuesday published its annual listing of top priorities for the coming year, and healthcare and health IT issues were chief concerns for 2012. Click on the link to view entire article written by … Continue reading →