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ICD-10 could rival EMR implementation in scope, impact
As far as big projects go, getting ready for ICD-10 might not seem like as big a deal as, say, installing an electronic medical records system, but healthcare leaders should not underestimate its
Hospitals slow on tablet implementation
The enthusiasm for iPads in healthcare these days is palpable. Hospital CIOs like John Halamka sing the device's praise, while health systems like The Ottawa Hospital and even the Department of
EHRs can lower costs by 33%
When doctors use electronic health records (EHR), quality of care is improved while costs are decreased, according to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI). EHRs improved quality by a 44
Mobile technology implementation now top of mind for most docs
Two-thirds of physician practices have mobile technology as a top, or mid-level priority through 2012, according to a new study by research firm CompTIA. Essentially, if you're developing apps, links
Insurance giant L.A. Care urges providers to adopt EHRs
A perfect storm is brewing out in the healthcare sector, nudging the industry to adopt more health information technology (HIT) practices and electronic health records (EHRs). Federal incentives,
drchrono nets another $650K, adds check-in functionality to EHR app
Mobile electronic health record vendor drchrono just added a patient check-in function to its mobile EHR app , and secured a six-figure capital infusion the same week, according to recent reports.
Mobile technology needs to be embraced in Meaningful Use push
As hospitals struggle with electronic health record implementation and qualifying for meaningful use (MU) incentives, don't forget mobile connectivity is a key part of the battle. A panel I recently
drchrono certification a mainstream win-win for EHRs, mobile health
The government certification of drchrono's iPad app for Meaningful Use announced on Thursday represents more than a giant leap for the company, which only a few weeks ago secured $675,000 in seed
Mobile-enabled EMR developed by doctor, teenage son
In an interesting example of garage app development, a Florida-based physician and his teenage son just launched an intriguingly simple mobile electronic medical record, iMobileHealthRecord. Dr.
Wide range of educational opportunities: From finance and operations to disaster preparedness and public policy
Interested in hearing about how telehealth applies to various clinical service areas? How about discussing telehealth's influence in emergency and disaster response ? The ATA's 16th Annual
