Healthcare IT systems have come a very long way, yielding previously unimaginable results. Modern healthcare has gone beyond providing basic health facilities and has now shifted towards empowering the patient and allowing them to actively engage in their care, for example through Patient Portal EMR software. Gone are the days when patients were required to [...]
The hospital-at-home model is a promising program to deliver treatment and care to patients outside of the hospital vicinity. The hospital-at-home enables patients to receive effective acute-level care in the comfort of their homes. Benefits of the Hospital-at-Home Model The innovative care model has helped older patients receive high-quality hospital-level care in their homes. The [...]
Healthcare systems and hospitals have embraced certified EHR software solutions because of their many benefits and billions of dollars in incentives provided by the CMS. In 2021, 96 percent of acute care hospitals and 78 percent of office-based physicians have leveraged Electronic Medical Records Software technology. The high percentage reflects how these robust solutions streamline workflows [...]
Interoperability gains can help address healthcare challenges like provider burnout, staffing shortages, and increasing costs. According to the Surescripts 2022 National Progress Report, more than 2 million healthcare providers exchanged patient clinical and benefit information greater than 21.7 billion times in 2022. The Surescripts Network Alliance is working to streamline how health information is exchanged [...]
Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha is the only hospital dedicated to pediatric care in Nebraska. In 2022, the hospital doubled its capacity by opening at Hubbard Center. This expansion has opened different care units such as intensive care, pediatric ICU, oncology, and cardiac care center. The new medical facility also offers other amenities [...]
US healthcare systems are increasingly adopting Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software technology to transform patient care. The robust technology of EHR systems helps providers offer better patient care by: Providing accurate and complete patient information at the point of care. Quick access to patient records to make timely care decisions. Enhance patient safety through the [...]
The most prominent health IT vendor Epic Systems have collaborated with Press Ganey, a patient satisfaction consulting company, to advance the integration of patient experience insight into Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software. The partnership aims to improve care by supporting customized experiences and a complete understanding of every patient. Integration of Press Ganey data into [...]
Hospitals and medical practices in the US have widely embraced patient portal software solutions to boost patient engagement and satisfaction scores. The online method of interaction enables patients to access and track their medical information, view lab results, make online payments, and perform other tasks too such as checking in and answering screening questions before [...]
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many talented professionals have quit their jobs. The healthcare industry was hit hard, according to the Forbes report the healthcare sector lost 30% of nurses. Physician burnout and staffing shortages Clinician burnout is a grave issue faced by healthcare providers in the US. They have long working hours, [...]
Open-source EMR software systems act as a layout that allows users to build their own electronic records software. Practices can easily download the software source code and then customize it according to their practice needs and specifications to meet daily workflow requirements. Small practices and open-source software Potential buyers may need to get a license [...]