4 states receive ICD-10 deadline extension
While almost all 50 states will be making the federally mandated conversion to ICD-10 codes on the official Oct. 1 deadline, four states will not be following suit.
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How can your practice benefit from a specialty-specific EHR?
Making the switch from paper records to an electronic health record is no small investment, time-wise or financially.
White House asks providers for feedback on PMI
The White House recently started asking for responses from health professionals throughout both the private and public sectors in regard to feedback on the PMI.
Patient portals enhance patient engagement
Patient portals are key to enabling patients to become more involved with their health.
Orthopedics seen as next big market for EHR adoption
Health IT Interoperability reported that Black Book Rankings has predicted swift growth in orthopedic EHR adoption among practitioners, which is somewhat of a novelty in the field of specialty providers.
Survey shows EHR optimization is major priority for health care CIOs
A new survey by health care consulting firm Impact Advisors highlights the importance of having a top-notch EHR, finding that the majority of the sector’s chief information officers are making EHR optimization a top priority over the next year.
Survey finds 85 percent confidence rate for ICD-10 transition
With less than four weeks remaining until the Oct. 1 deadline, Navicure teamed up with Porter Research to analyze readiness among health professionals in the field.
The steady integration of new ICD-10 tools
For those in the industry who have already begun to make the shift toward ICD-10 codes, there are a plethora of new tools available to be utilized.
4 steps to increase patient engagement with EHRs
One of the most significant benefits of EHR systems is how effective they are at increasing patient engagement.
CMS’ third ICD-10 testing shows 87 percent success rate
The CMS recently finished its third and final testing period during the week of July 20-24 in preparation for the upcoming deadline. The agency released a report highlighting the successful results.
Integrating medical devices during EHR implementation may be key to smooth process
The University of Arkansas Medical Center introduced both systems into its facility simultaneously, finding that the strategy was extremely effective. This raises the question, should other health professionals consider taking the same route as they install their EHRs?
Survey shows many providers plan to update EHR systems by 2016
A new survey by Black Book Rankings showed that a little under 20 percent of large practices and clinics plan to replace their current EHRs by the end of 2016.
ONC reports industry interoperability progress
Data exchange and EHR interoperability in hospital settings has largely improved thanks to the high rates of EHR implementation across all care settings in the industry.
What is the key to successful EHR implementation?
Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, looked at how successful practices implemented their EHR systems.
Is health illiteracy among patients getting in the way of enhanced patient engagement?
Providers should take advantage of electronic messaging with their patients to encourage patient engagement within their practices or facilities.
What effective tools should providers use for ICD-10 preparation?
As the ICD-10 deadline inches closer, it is important that providers are using the resources available to them to ensure that they are well-prepared for the implementation process.
CMS releases updates to ICD-10 flexibilities
The CMS has release an updated version of its ICD-10 flexibilities to eliminate any gray areas.
Congress considers new bill to modify MU requirements for ambulatory surgical settings
A bill that would push modifications to meaningful use requirements for ambulatory surgery centers was recently passed by the Senate and is waiting on a vote by the House of Representatives.