Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have undoubtedly revolutionized the delivery of personalized care for patients. However, little is said about how a quality EHR can improve health equity. Health equity refers to the fair and just distribution of health resources and opportunities among all individuals and communities. It is a critical issue as it highlights the […]
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Managing Your EHR Implementation Timeline
One of the most important challenges you will face when switching to a new EHR is managing your EHR implementation timeline. Are you considering implementing an EHR system in your healthcare organization? It’s a big decision and one that can have a significant impact on your operations, staff, and patients. The good news is, analyzing […]
Read MoreEHRs Can Improve Efficiency of High Volume Immunizations
When the FDA approved the COVID-19 vaccine in late 2020, public health clinics suddenly had a high volume of immunizations to distribute. The staggering number of vaccinations overwhelmed the clinics that didn’t have an efficient way of tracking and documenting their vaccinations. Ask yourself a couple of questions: Is your health department ready for another […]
Read MoreWill Your EHR Survive or Evolve to Meaningful Use Stage 3?
Is your EHR vendor holding you hostage with exorbitant Meaningful Use upgrade costs? Despite the fact that old, legacy Electronic Health Record (EHR) software is very cumbersome to use and is grossly inadequate for electronic charting and billing, public health departments (with an existing EHR) are reluctant to start over with a new system. […]
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