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Mar 25, 2018 12:00:00 AM · by David Kushan

Common Pitfalls To Avoid When Scoping Out EHR Projects

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It’s very difficult to hit a moving target; even more so if that target isn’t easy to spot. If you dive into an EHR project without a clear sense of where you want to go and what it’s going to take to get there, you’re flying blind. Your budgeting is unlikely to be meaningful, and your target roll-out date might come and go while you work to get things back on track.

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Oct 19, 2017 4:03:00 PM · by David Kushan

Techniques for Inspiring Your End User Departments to Embrace EHR

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When end-users embrace an EHR platform and are able to use it effectively, these systems can fulfill the promise of better care through technology. However because of the complexity of EHR implementations, concerns about project timing and cost may supersede efforts to foster engagement with end-users. Clinicians work long hours and have challenging jobs, making it difficult for them to find time to engage with new initiatives. In some cases they may see changes as a distraction from their core responsibilities.

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Aug 7, 2017 10:29:00 AM · by David Kushan

Three Mistakes That Can Wreak Havoc on RCM in a New EHR Project

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Impacts to revenue cycle management (RCM) comprise a frequently overlooked aspect of the EHR platform implementation process, even though this function is directly responsible for an organization’s financial well-being. In order to avoid operational disruptions, hospitals should work to understand the ways in which a new EHR project will connect with the revenue side of the organization.

This is especially true when dealing with integrated solutions like Cerner, in which RCM is combined with EHR and related clinical functions as part of a complete ecosystem. Changes to one part of the equation will have a ripple effect throughout the rest.

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May 15, 2017 3:06:30 PM · by David Kushan

How to Ensure Pharmacy Concerns are Met in The EHR Implementation Process

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Electronic health record (EHR) systems can have a significant impact on a pharmacy team’s day-to-day operations and workflows, and a system implemented without input from the pharmacy can create major issues. Problems that affect your ability to efficiently complete tasks can have a ripple effect throughout the hospital. Having a seat at the table can help to ensure the pharmacy department’s concerns are met throughout the EHR implementation process.

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May 10, 2017 10:59:02 AM · by David Kushan

Key Benchmarks to Hit as You Approach the “Go Live” Date

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Launching a new EHR platform takes months of planning and preparation prior to the
Go Live” date. If you haven’t prepared, you might find yourself in trouble. Rolling out an inadequate system, or one that your users are not thoroughly prepared for can leave you in a challenging situation.

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Apr 17, 2017 5:12:27 PM · by David Kushan

Understanding the Relationship Between EHR and RCM

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Amongst the many benefits of implementing an electronic health records (EHR) platform, two are fundamental: increasing the overall quality of patient care and improving business efficiency and revenue. While it can often be difficult to visualize the connection between these two sides of hospital operations, these two outcomes are linked together.

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