Care management
Electronic health record systems centralize patient information, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Integration with other forms of health information technology is vital to data sharing and communication among medical teams. Read how EHR and HIT systems enhance care management by supporting evidence-based decisions and streamlining workflows.
Top Stories
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13 Dec 2024
How real-time health data exchange can drive emergency care
Michigan Health Information Network has launched a pilot project that enables real-time health data exchange between emergency medical services and hospitals. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Nov 2024
Harnessing SOGI data to advance patient-centered care
While sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data collection informs patient-centered care, it also fuels research efforts to address LGBTQ+ care disparities. Continue Reading
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News
29 Oct 2024
Oracle Health unveils patient portal tool for care management
The Oracle Health Patient Portal and Oracle Health Patient Administration tools aim to streamline care management and patient intake, the company says. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Sep 2024
What is a decision support system (DSS)?
A decision support system (DSS) is a computer program used to improve a company's decision-making capabilities. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Sep 2024
What is pay for performance (P4P)?
Pay for performance (P4P) in healthcare is a payment model where hospitals, physicians and other healthcare workers are given financial incentives for meeting performance objectives. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Sep 2024
What is digital health (digital healthcare)?
Digital health, also known as digital healthcare, is the use of digital technologies in healthcare. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2024
Sequoia Project launches pharmacy interoperability workgroup
The Sequoia Project has launched a workgroup in collaboration with Surescripts that aims to close pharmacy interoperability gaps and drive patient-centered care. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2024
Closing LGBTQ care gaps with self-reported SOGI data
A specialty clinic in California is advancing LGBTQ care through a digital tool that allows patients to self-report sensitive information, including SOGI data. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Jul 2024
Epic Systems
Epic Systems, also known simply as Epic, is one of the largest providers of health information technology, used primarily by large U.S. hospitals and health systems to access, organize, store and share electronic medical records. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2024
3 health IT challenges facing home health agencies
While home health agencies face distinct health IT challenges, collaboration and innovation are crucial for overcoming these barriers and delivering high-quality care. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2024
Behavioral health orgs look to EHR vendors for integration
While many behavioral health providers are looking to EHR vendor tools for integrated care, interviewed customers reported functionality and integration challenges. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Apr 2024
laboratory information system (LIS)
A laboratory information system (LIS) is computer software that processes, stores and manages data from patient medical processes and tests. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2024
HIE launches free ADT service to expand health data exchange
A nonprofit HIE in California is offering a free ADT notification service to boost compliance with the state's health data exchange framework and improve care coordination. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Mar 2024
point of care (POC) testing
Point of care testing (POC testing or POCT) is medical testing performed with the patient, outside of a laboratory setting. POC testing is also known as bedside testing, near-patient testing, remote testing, mobile testing and rapid diagnostics. Continue Reading