Study finds EHR implementation leads to increased reimbursements

A study conducted by researchers at Drexel University and published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association found that ambulatory practices can increase their revenue streams with EHR implementation, but the providers also saw reduced productivity.

Is your mobile phone secure enough for EHR viewing? [VIDEO]

Some patients continue to have concerns over whether their personal health records will be safe in EHR systems.

Federal agencies using EHRs, HIEs and social media for disaster relief

In order to mitigate the effects of natural or man-made disasters on U.S. citizens' health, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is increasing its efforts to identify patients at risk and keep health providers informed during crisis events through a combination of information gathered by electronic medical record systems and social media.

Multiple EHR passwords are a must [VIDEO]

EHR systems can be a major asset for your practice - if they're used correctly. If you run a small practice, you may be tempted to take a few shortcuts with your system, but you need to be careful.

Are biometric security systems ideal for EHR programs?

Biometric security is being added to EHR systems, but should it be implemented in all of them?

Tranexamic acid can aid total hip and knee arthroplasty

A recent study conducted by the Mount Sinai Hospital System's Department of Health Evidence and Policy and published by the British Medical Journal found that the use of tranexamic acid decreases the need for blood transfusions without increasing the risk for thromboembolic events or renal failure in patients undergoing either form of joint replacement surgery.

Simple ways doctors can prevent accidental fraud [VIDEO]

Despite earlier concerns, research has shown that EHRs do not increase Medicare fraud. Still, there may be some healthcare providers who are concerned that they may inadvertently commit billing or documentation errors with EHRs.

CMS introduces final rule, delays meaningful use stage 3 to 2017

The CMS, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that a new ruling changes the meaningful use stage timeline and the definition of certified EHR technology in an effort that allows variety in the use of CEHRT for reporting in 2014.