Michelle McNickle
A lot has been written about meaningful use, and although many claim it's "all good," one expert believes its drawbacks, such as the cost of IT and the changes it means for a doctor's practice, could outweigh the benefits of potential HITECH Act stimulus funds.
Now more than ever, providers are exploring whether the Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement program is best to receive their EHR incentive payments. For many, both are an option, and according to Stephen Martinez, CEO at MTS Healthcare, it's imperative to understand the ins-and-outs of each.
Small physicians practices should look to their EHRs for ways to fatten up the bottom line, according to one healthcare solutions expert.
As social media sites gain in popularity in healthcare settings, there are several potential legal issues to be aware of says a new white paper by Internet solutions firm Actiance.
All eyes in the healthcare industry are on the Supreme Court as they await its ruling on the Affordable Care Act, now likely to be handed down Thursday morning. There's no doubt the decision will have a major impact on a number of issues, ranging from new industry regulations to popular provisions to the effects on small businesses.
This past March, Texas Children's Hospital in Houston opened its Texas Children's Hospital Pavilion for Women after recently expanding a new West Campus in an effort to meet growing needs and a shift in population base. And with this growth came an excellent opportunity to streamline the system's supply chain.
At the recent HIMSS Virtual Conference and Expo, David Kendrick, MD, CEO of MyHealth Access Network, a Beacon Community, spoke on his experiences not just implementing a community HIE, but also streamlining costs and improving quality of care in the state of Oklahoma.
Data breaches are costly and can do great damage to a healthcare organization's reputation. Here are 10 of the largest data breaches in 2012... so far.
With the healthcare industry moving increasingly toward an accountable care model, organizations need to take several important factors into consideration as they explore the idea of becoming an ACO.
Despite talks surrounding engagement and helping patients take ownership of their care, issues remain as to why they are simply uninterested. Gary Kolbeck and Sachin Jain of media and connectivity provider LodgeNet outline four pillars of an effective patient engagement strategy.