Frequent readers of PYP already know that we have a thing for health IT. Some may call it an obsession, but we prefer the term intense fondness. And this week, our fondness was on full display.
We not only covered what to look for in an EHR, but also how to make implementation go as smoothly as possible. Just for kicks, we gave you technologies that will make practice management easier.
A typical day managing a medical practice can really test the amount of stress one can take before bursting a blood vessel. In addition to serving all of the patients that pour through your door, you now have to start preparing staff for big changes like the upcoming ICD-10 switch. You may even be in the process of implementing a new EHR.
With so much going on, making practice management as easy as possible is vital. Just like the iRobot Roomba saves you from slaving over a vacuum cleaner or the Hutzler 571 makes slicing bananas a breeze, the following gadgets and technologies can simplify practice management tasks, both large and small.
Nurses play a crucial role in the medical practice. They have their hands in almost every aspect of care and can provide invaluable insight on the inner workings of the office. That’s why vendors consider them to be an integral part of the EHR adoption process.
Drawing upon their unique perspective early in the process can influence their attitude towards the EHR and affect how easily they embrace it.
According to a March HIMSS survey, implementing IT systems that attest to Meaningful Use standards is still a top priority for hospitals. In fact, 66% of CIOs report achieving Meaningful Use at their organizations as a result of ongoing HIT efforts.
In recent years, the federal government has been pushing the adoption of healthcare technologies, specifically those aimed to help medical professionals meet Meaningful Use and successfully convert to ICD-10. These efforts are often questioned by critics who wonder whether health IT investments are really paying off. A recent HIMSS survey suggests they have.
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