Nov 26: Bulk of wasted DOD, VA iEHR money went to support contracts
Think Epic implementation is a costly prospect? How about spending $1.1 billion on a joint Department of Defense and Veterans […]
Nov 26: EHR backlash takes aim at ineffective, impersonal care
When it comes to EHR backlash adoption, the theoretical benefits are not in line with the reality of what’s occurring
Nov 26: How will current EHR adoption, use affect future research?
Research from the United Kingdom provides a glimpse into the challenges following the widespread adoption of EHR systems and capturing
Nov 25: 5 Things Doctors Can Do Now to Prepare for Meaningful Use Stage 2
The New Year will bring with it a host of Meaningful Use changes. Is your medical practice prepared for the
Nov 25: EHR linked to improved care for patients with diabetes
The use of electronic health records in clinical settings was associated with a decrease in emergency room visits and hospitalizations
Nov 25: EMR cost data for docs? Big money saver
Out of control healthcare spending in the U.S. is no secret. Annually, healthcare expenditures currently stand at a whopping $2.7
Nov 22: EMR will build fruitful patient/ doctor relationship
For generations, doctors in England have been saying they want patients to be more involved in managing their health. Doctors
Nov 22: Another Senate bill would extend EHR incentives to behavioral health
Sen. Portman’s proposal includes budget offset to cover costs of expanded EHR incentives The introduction of S. 1865, the Behavioral
Nov 22: EHR Can Measure Patient-Centered Care
* Electronic health records collect non-clinical information that can be used to measure a medical practice’s patient-centered care. * Primary-care
Nov 22: Dallas children’s hospital wins Davies award for EHR use
Children’s Medical Center, Dallas, is a 2013 winner of the HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence for Dallas children’s hospital and