We are a consultancy that works with providers to help them qualify for stimulus funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The funds must be used for obtaining and implementing an electronic health record (EHR) that will show meaningful use in the practice. We serve as the chief information officer (CIO) for individual and small practices who don’t have the time and expertise required to navigate the world of ARRA compliance and implementation. That means we handle all the details and paperwork involved in compliance including vendor vetting and due diligence. The result is a smooth and successful transition.
What's New
- Overlooked In The Rush To Digitize Medical Records
- Source: NPR; Weekend Edition Host: Scott Simon
- Medical Records: Stored in the Cloud, Sold on the Open Market
- Source: Wired; Author: Kim Zetter
- Blumenthal Hints at Meaningful Use
- Source: Health Data Management; Author: Joseph Goedert
- ONC: 2011 Criteria to be Basic
- Source: Health Data Management; Author: Joseph Goedert
- EHR Empowerment Consortium partners practice H1N1 prevention
- Source: NY Post; Author: Cara O'Flynn
- CCHIT poised to begin new certification programs
- Source: Healthcare IT News; Author: Bernie Monegain, Editor
White Papers
- Selecting an EHR: A Primer
- Given that there are over 200 different EHR systems on the market, the selection process can be rather daunting, but waiting may result in delays. By 2011 or 2012, many vendors may be overloaded with business and may not be able to begin your implementation soon enough for you to obtain your full funding.
- Welcoming Change: Five Steps to a Successful EMR Implementation
- If a methodical and comprehensive system selection is the most important step in the process of getting an EHR up and running, implementation runs a close second.
- When Hospitals Come Calling: Strategies for Linking up with Hospitals and Health Systems
- Some practices may partner with local hospitals or health systems. In this paper wersquo;ll examine the pros and cons of that strategy.
- Industry Jargon: A Glossary of EHR-Related Terms
- A guide to terms and buzz words you might hear from us or from vendors.
- Cloud Computing: Is It the Right Direction for Your Practice?
- Cloud computing relies on remote computers on the Internet to provide an end-user with access to applications.
- Patient Centered Medical Home
- The term “Medical Home” has been used since the 1960’s to describe a primary care based, patient centered health care model.
