Saint Luke’s Health System has been at the heart of Kansas City healthcare. Improving patient care and initiating care innovations. In July 2022, the hospital launched its Hospital in Your Home care model aiming to lower costs, improve health outcomes and enhance the overall patient experience. The HIYH care model The HIYH care model initiated by [...]
Cloud-based software is when medical records are stored on the cloud and not on a server. This provides quick access to patient records on the go via internet connectivity. Medical professionals, healthcare providers, and nurses can use Cloud-Based EMR Software to securely store patient data such as patient medications, health history, and test results. The system [...]
Small hospitals are changing their Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software and patient accounting systems faster compared to larger hospitals. Health IT vendors are struggling to offer training and resources to meet the requirements of small hospitals according to the KLAS report. New Small-Hospital Patient Accounting report by KLAS To help small healthcare organizations and hospitals make [...]
E-Prescribing (e-Rx) EMR Software has changed the way how healthcare operates by allowing clinicians and other medical staff to send prescription data digitally to pharmacies. Hand-written prescriptions are inefficient and can result in errors which are responsible for up to 440,000 deaths every year. The advanced technology of E-prescribing programs is being embraced by hospitals in [...]
A recent telemedicine initiative with Mercer Medicine will allow students and staff in the Harris Country School district to see a provider from the school premises. The implementation of telehealth solutions aims to boost care access for both students and faculty members at the school. The virtual care facility can help reduce absences and education gaps. [...]
Healthcare organizations and hospitals are falling victim to data breaches, and the cybersecurity issue continues to persist. The healthcare sector is a major target of hackers who want to exploit confidential patient information. The main reason for healthcare data breaches includes hacking/IT incidents, with unauthorized access. Health systems must maintain a tight security protocol. This can [...]
EMR Software technology has been widely embraced by health systems and hospitals in the US. They not only store data electronically but go beyond by providing the functionalities of e-prescribing, lab integrations, charting tools, and coordinated care. The EHR dashboard feature allows healthcare organizations to automate common analytic processes and consolidate data efficiently. The dashboard can [...]
Healthcare systems have leveraged Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software, Patient Portals, and Practice Management solutions for efficient workflow management. However, most of these software systems are not seamlessly interconnected, hindering productivity and increasing healthcare costs. Why is interoperability in healthcare important? Interoperable software systems in healthcare facilitate the seamless exchange of health data creating a unifying [...]
A medical practice can get strained with daily administrative, financial, and clinical tasks. Healthcare organizations need to ensure that everything is running smoothly along with satisfying their patients by providing them with high-quality care. Fortunately, the healthcare industry has adopted digital technology to help streamline and optimize their workflows and maintain the right levels of productivity. [...]
Harris Health System, located in Harris Country, Texas, has expanded its EHR Software to include the Harris County Jail. The objective is to enhance the continuity of care for nearly 10,000 individuals who are in custody there. People who are incarcerated tend to have a higher prevalence of Ongoing health issues as compared to the general [...]
