Is the Sun Setting on Your Current EHR System?Is the Sun Setting on Your Current EHR System?

Is your current Electronic Health Record (EHR) software being phased out by your vendor?  Due to mergers and acquisitions (not to mention advanced technology) within the EHR system market, many vendors either inherit or develop newer modern systems resulting in multiple EHR product offerings.  When this happens, it is common for these vendors to sunset ...
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Is your EHR being Sunsetted? Consider Your OptionsIs your EHR being Sunsetted?  Consider Your Options

Is your current Electronic Health Record (EHR) system being phased out, and is your current vendor still meeting your needs? Have your staff members complained about your Electronic Health Record’s vendor not keeping promises, build times not keeping up with integration demands, communication being unclear about upgrades, hidden charges, systems being too labor intensive, or ...
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What is the Difference Between EMR and EHR?What is the Difference Between EMR and EHR?

What is the difference between an EMR and an EHR? Sometimes the terms Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) are used interchangeably. These are very different technologies. It’s important to know the difference. What is an EMR? Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), are the digital version of the traditional paper charts in medical practices; unique ...
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Breaking the Cycle: The Power of Deflection and Diversion in Preventing Opioid OverdoseBreaking the Cycle: The Power of Deflection and Diversion in Preventing Opioid Overdose

Jail Diversion Programs and Deflection of Pre-Arrest Diversion play a vital role in addressing the complex challenges posed by mental health disorders, substance abuse, and criminal behavior. These programs aim to redirect individuals from the criminal justice system toward treatment and support services. It gives them the assistance they need to overcome addiction, address underlying ...
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Weaving the Golden Thread for Clinical DocumentationWeaving the Golden Thread for Clinical Documentation

What is the Golden Thread? The Golden Thread is a form of clinical documentation that supports a meaningful client narrative throughout their care journey. It ensures that documentation is connected from intake forms to progress notes to billing, which creates better patient care and a more efficient behavioral health organization.  Here is an example of what the ...
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HHS Proposed HTI-2 Rule to Improve InteroperabilityHHS Proposed HTI-2 Rule to Improve Interoperability

The healthcare sector is about to undergo a significant shift. The HTI-2 proposed rule is at the heart of this change. This rule is an important regulatory development, directly impacting public health data sharing and interoperability. Understanding the HTI-2 proposed rule is crucial for healthcare organizations. It’s not just about compliance. It’s about leveraging health ...
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