Securing digital information is a major part of ensuring that a patient’s information is kept private and protected. There is a great deal of technology available that can help physicians better maintain their HIPAA compliance with their practices. The key to easier HIPAA compliance is careful monitoring and consistent upgrades. All software must be updated […]
There is no question that electronic health records (EHRs) make billing and the other administrative duties of a medical clinic much easier, but it is also becoming very apparent that they improve patient safety as well. In the orthopedic area, this is quickly becoming more and more common place. Research shows that 94% of doctors […]
Immediate access to medical information, thanks to modern advances in technology, has completely changed how many practitioners perform in a variety of surgical, clinical, and patient-related situations. Medical apps are everywhere now, and on pretty much every device. But, finding those that are specifically useful in the orthopedic field can be a little more difficult. […]
In 2015, there were over 112 patient health care breaches. These include instances where data and information was stolen, lost or disclosed inappropriately to individuals other than the patient. What’s more troubling is that four of the top six organizations involved happened within the purview of one of the top health insurers in the country. […]
Patient portals are being used more frequently by practices and other organizations as a way of improving relations between the practice and the patient. It can be a challenge, however, to get patients to grasp the extraordinary benefit from patient portals. Here are some of the ways that patient portals can help both practices and […]
Orthopedic practices have a great deal to lose if they violate HIPAA regulations. Simple items such as keying in misinformation on a patient’s chart or sharing a password with a colleague who’s forgotten his can lead to disastrous and far-reaching consequences. One strong defense of these issues is to have a specialty-specific EHR platform to […]
An orthopedic practice has enough to worry about on any given day. From patient intake to surgery complications to staff calling out sick, there are an infinite number of moving parts to keep track of. That’s why any additional disruption can make a practice feel stretched even thinner. Audits may be necessary, but they’re also […]
A cartoon recently made its way around Facebook poking fun at how illegible physicians’ handwriting can be. It showed a group of doctors protesting outside of a hospital, but their signs only had random squiggles on them, making the subject of their protest unknown. Though the joke about physician handwriting is old and familiar, it […]
Stem cell therapy once sounded like something from a science fiction novel. Today, it’s fast becoming an innovative treatment to help a variety of patients, including those with orthopedic injuries. According the Science Daily, 50% of all American adults have some form of musculoskeletal condition. For many of those patients, surgery may not be the […]
Bethlehem, PA, July 7, 2017 – A new organization has chosen the Exscribe network of excellence. Regional Orthopedic Professional Association of Cherry Hill, NJ has committed to Exscribe Inc. to handle its EHR and practice management needs. The 10-provider practice will be able to rely on the efficiency and accuracy of an EHR tailored to […]
Bethlehem, PA, June 26, 2017 – Exscribe is proud to partner with facilities who put patients first. It’s safe to say that patients of the New Hampshire Orthopaedic Center feel the same, voting NHOC the Best Orthopaedic Office for 5 years running in The New Hampshire Union Leader Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards recognize outstanding […]
EHRs have transformed the orthopedic industry. Their ability to positively influence patient care, ROI (return on investment), productivity and workflow depends on the system you use. A cloud-based EHR designed specifically for orthopedics can offer substantial advantages for smaller groups. Ease of Access The ideal EHR provides instant access to vital information such as lab […]
The medical community has moved at its own pace when it comes to technology, and for good reason. As information sites have proliferated all over the world, medical professionals know enough to protect sensitive medical data at all costs. However, the more resistant a staff is to new technology, the more likely they will end […]
MIPS is a new program under MACRA that penalizes doctors and their staff if they fail to keep their offices up to par. The Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) works by giving doctor’s offices a score that comprises a number of different categories related to their practice. The higher the score, the higher the reimbursement rates. […]
For your orthopaedic practice, your web portal can open up a fantastic communication tool for all parties. Physicians can communicate with patients and prospective patients in a time effective manner. They can even choose to communicate directly with specific patients or to the audience at large. Patients can have access to practice information on their […]
For your orthopaedic practice, the patient portion of payments has increasingly become a key concern for the health of your revenue cycle management. According to studies cited by Becker’s Hospital Review, 74 percent of providers surveyed reported an increase in patient payment responsibility. A whopping 90 percent of patients indicated that they need to know […]
Orthopedic surgeons don’t get into their profession for the thrills of accounting and invoicing, which may be part of the reason why there is so much confusion surrounding who should pay what. Bundled payments were recently introduced to healthcare as a way to ensure medical practices can perform their necessary duties without worrying about being reimbursed. Simplifying […]
A vibrant and robust Electronic Health Records (EHR) system is a vital necessity for today’s orthopedic practice. Finding the right one is likely to be a matter of trial and error. Whether you recently started using a new-to-you EHR system or you are considering a replacement for your current choice, the midpoint of the year is […]