A recent interview Government Health IT conducted with battlefield trauma surgeon Colonel Brian Eastridge suggests EMR to be extremely useful in even the most intense, critical situations.
EMR success on the battlefield suggests its usefulness in private medical facilities Read More »
In today’s business world, many private entities are already looking to harness the power of internet networking to drive business and retain customers.
Healthcare IT managers should consider the benefits of social media Read More »
A January 6 article published by Government Health IT has shown electronic medical software to be a viable tool for humanitarian and disaster relief efforts.
EMR proves useful for humanitarian and disaster relief efforts Read More »
A recent study by Jeph Herrin and David Ballard of the HealthTexas Provider Network (a subsidiary of Baylor Health Care System in Texas) illustrated that EMR can improve the level of care patients with type 2 diabetes receive.
Study indicates type 2 diabetes patients could receive improved care with EMR Read More »
By working with a trusted consultant that also provides medical practice management software, small medical professionals can gain the tools they need to better track patient care metrics while distributing resources in an even and effective manner.
Healthcare facilities can engage in performance tracking to supplement upgrades Read More »
While private practices and small medical facilities have been taking steps to improve patient care by adopting EMR software, eprescribing and medical billing tools, the transition process to these new systems could be putting patient records at an increased risk from intentional data breaches.
Most healthcare IT breaches come from attacks, a new report suggests Read More »
The New York Times recently profiled the story of a single mother named Amy who needs to undergo weeks of searching to fill the Ritalin prescription her and her son need to stay healthy.
Eprescription could help curb the ramifications of drug abuse Read More »
To start the year off on the right foot, small medical facilities and private physicians should be sure to back up their essential data.
Medical practices should invest in data loss protection Read More »
With the increase of technology in the medical industry only expected to continue as government incentives for electronic medical records software encourage doctors to adopt IT, healthcare IT professionals may need to take a bigger role when it comes to the abuse of these resources.
Healthcare IT workers may want to limit “distracted doctoring” Read More »
A new study suggests that technology could play a role in reducing the number of individuals who need to pursue additional medical care after a visit to a healthcare facility.
Healthcare IT tools can reduce medical facility readmission rates Read More »
