How is interoperability important for the future of EHR adoption?

The ONC recently emphasized the importance of interoperability in a report to Congress, stating that effective interoperability may stretch beyond the success of EHRs and apply to the future of all health IT in general.

The advantages of specialty EHRs [VIDEO]

One of the best ways to benefit from your investment in an electronic health record system is choosing a software that was designed specifically for your specialty.

Practice productivity: Why it is essential and how to improve it

A practice's productivity directly impacts the level of its success.

The cost of poor EHRs [VIDEO]

Providers who ensure their electronic health records work efficiently will see several improvements in patient outcomes.

Health care organizations that adopt new technologies see high ROI [VIDEO]

According to a recent study conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services and sponsored by Verizon shows that companies investing in new technology see significant advantages with high returns on their investments.

Tips for choosing the right EHR for your practice

There are several steps and aspects of the process to consider before you decide on the best EHR for you.

CMS guidelines for meeting Patient Electronic Access Objective: Part 2

Last time we talked about CMS' first guideline for meeting the Patient Electronic Access objective across multiple providers.

Develop an EHR status tracking plan [VIDEO]

As most healthcare professionals know by now, implementation is the key to EHR success. Knowing the best adoption practices can be difficult however, which is why you may want to take note of some of the tips from the experts.

The benefits of specialty EHRs

One of the best ways to benefit from your investment in an electronic health record system is choosing a software that was designed specifically for your specialty.

CMS guidelines for meeting Patient Electronic Access Objective: Part 1 [VIDEO]

As most doctors know, meeting the Patient Electronic Access objective is a requirement for all professionals taking part in the EHR incentive programs.

How to ensure a successful change management process

For the organizations having difficulty enhancing their EHR build-keeping, consider the following four tips to establish better communication as you develop your EHR system.

The costs of poor EHRs

The costs of poor EHRs

Stay positive when it comes to EHRs [VIDEO]

It's certainly not uncommon to hear doctors gripe about electronic health records systems. While there can definitely be some bumps in the road when it comes to EHR adoption, it's important for physicians to remember the positives.

Health care organizations that adopt new technologies see high ROI

A recent study conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services and sponsored by Verizon shows that companies investing in new technology do see significant advantages with high returns on their investment.

Considerations for choosing or replacing EHR systems

When considering EHR solutions, doctors will want to seek out which software will increase productivity and quality of care while lowering costs associated with health care and implementation.

EHR use helps boost HIV screening rates [VIDEO]

There may be some professionals in the medical community who are still on the fence about adopting electronic health records.

How can EHR systems attract more providers?

How can EHR systems attract the 40 percent of hospitals and 22 percent of physicians that are not taking advantage of EHR benefits?

Coordinated care with EHRs and messages improves outcomes, saves costs

A great example of care coordination is demonstrated in a recent column written by Matthew J. Press, M.D., for the New England Journal of Medicine.