EMR Reporting Suggestions

I have repeatedly stated in my prior posts and my clients generally get tired of me stating that EMRs are only implemented in order to make data in a healthcare setting transparent.  However, generally when you ask a Practice Manager or even a CEO what data they would like to see out of the system … Continue reading

MEDITECH/LSS MPM Reporting and ARRA Requirements

The ease of which any healthcare organization will meet “Meaningful Use” requirements will depend on what data they have captured and how easily they can report on it. As long as you have a “certified” system in place that captures the required data and have a way to analyze that data and report on it … Continue reading

Why do you want an ambulatory EMR?

Question: Why do you want to implement an ambulatory EMR? Answers I have received from numerous healthcare provider organizations: “Improve patient safety” “Enhance communication between providers” “Improve efficiency” “It’s where the industry is heading” (my favorite) “Stimulus funds”  (new in ’09) “EMR package offering for local independent physicians”  (new in ’09) In reality, there have … Continue reading