Study finds new alternative for pain control after knee replacements

Knee replacements are an increasingly common procedure in the U.S.

AMA reports top 10 challenges physicians may face this year

The American Medical Association recently released its list of the top 10 potential issues providers are likely to face as they take on a new year of health IT changes and updates.

OMB reviews stage 3 meaningful use requirements

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has recently confirmed that stage 3 meaningful use is currently in the process of being examined and reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget.

The Exscribe orthopedic advantage: Specific orthopedic design [Video]

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CMS releases Road to 10 tools

As many providers have reported being unprepared for ICD-10, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has worked to provide practices and hospitals with the tools to prepare for the new codes and procedures.

The Exscribe orthopedic advantage: Traditional orthopedic workflow [Video]

TranscriptThe electronic health record system provided by Exscribe…

5 health IT predictions for 2015

Experts have made a few predictions for the continuing progress of health IT this year based off of the many changes implemented in 2014.

Severity of hot flashes may predict hip fracture risk

Scientists suggested that the severity of hot flashes may help predict the risk of hip fractures among menopausal and postmenopausal women.

The Exscribe orthopedic advantage: Workflow adaptation [Video]

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Pregabalin may not be effective for off-label treatment of spinal stenosis

A team of researchers from the University of Rochester Department of Neurosurgery asserted that pregabalin, which is sold under the name Lyrica, is not effective as an off-label prescription treatment for spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine.

Body mass index may impact remission from rheumatoid arthritis

Most treatment strategies used against rheumatoid arthritis are intended to relieve pain and induce inflammation.

Why do so few patients use patient portals?

When it comes to the benefits of electronic health records, access to patient portals is one of the most significant.

Providers need to rethink recommendations for meniscal tear surgery

Researchers suggested that a common surgical procedure used to repair torn meniscuses may actually drive the development of osteoarthritis for a significant number of patients.

How is interoperability affecting patient privacy?

One of the most advantageous aspects of electronic health records is that they encourage interoperability.

The Exscribe orthopedic advantage: Everything under one roof [Video]

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Study supports value of hip replacement among juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients

Hip replacement surgery is beneficial for patients younger than 35 years of age.

Stage 2 meaningful use attestations remain discouraging

The number of eligible hospitals that successfully attested for stage 2 meaningful use significantly increased between the start of November and December. 

How to survive a meaningful use audit [Video]

Every practice that's receiving electronic health system incentive payments from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Incentive Programs is subject to a meaningful use audit at any time.