While it’s unfortunate to think about, hospitals are made up of human workers, and these individuals sometimes make errors.
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While the transition to electronic medical records software is inevitable, many doctors have found a number of complaints about switching from their tried-and-true pen-and-paper method.
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On September 28, Blue Cross and Blue Shield North America (BCBSNC) announced a collaboration with the healthcare technology provider Allscripts.
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As of August 31, physicians and other health professionals have until November 1 to file for the hardship exemption that would help them avoid penalties for not meeting the previously put forth eprescribing requirements.
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The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) released a letter on September 19 that featured advice for small and large healthcare providers that aren’t on track to comply with the HIPAA 5010 electronic transaction standards.
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On September 21, the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) released a report that indicated that more healthcare facilities are preparing for the upcoming ICD-10 transition deadline.
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While most of the healthcare world is busy preparing to transition to the latest medical billing software and electronic medical records software, residents in the rural areas of America are struggling to receive care.
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While EMR software can help doctors improve their medical practice management, there are a number of questions that need to be considered before physicians invest in this type of technology.
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While doctors and the managers of small medical facilities are likely already preparing for a transition to electronic medical records software, these individuals may need to ensure that their existing computers are able to handle the new technology.
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On September 16, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a new guide aimed at addressing the concerns of medical professionals about one of the upcoming transitions to more advanced software.
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