Texting tips for various patient types October 25, 2017 By Jim Higgins Patients are accustomed to texting in all facets of their lives and those habits carry over into their relationship with their doctor. Switching EHRs becoming norm in healthcare October 25, 2017
Physicians changing systems due to mix of dissatisfaction and requirements of new employers How to find the right EHR point person October 25, 2017 By Mary K. Pratt Minimize or eliminate EHR frustration by dedicating a “superuser” in the practice. Tips on how to put patients before electronic paperwork October 25, 2017 By Chris Mazzolini Physicians offer tips to prevent the EHR from becoming a barrier to meaningful interactions The road to hell is paved with good intentions When the HITECH Act was passed and implemented throughout the healthcare industry, the architects of the law had good intentions. 2017 EHR Report Card October 25, 2017
Electronic health records (EHRs) now are a part of most medical practices, yet doctors remain unhappy with them. In the Medical Economics 2017 EHR report—our fifth—we let them explain why in their own words. Why are EHRs still so terrible? October 23, 2017 By Keith Aldinger MD Unfortunately, the federal government has pulled the pin and tossed it into the exam room, resulting in an explosion of inefficiency and a disruption in patient care and communication. Should patients be allowed to record their doctors? October 18, 2017 By Lorna Collier Smartphones are transforming professional conversations. How to protect equipment from ransomware attacks October 10, 2017 By Art Gross The devices that reveal the inner workings of the human body can also expose healthcare organizations to lethal attacks by hackers The next wave of patient-centered health IT October 10, 2017 By Mary K. Pratt Emerging technologies focus on more intuitive tools to assist physicians, improve care