Although federal EHR incentive programs have been a shot in the arm for physicians adopting the digital systems, new findings highlight a potential detrimental effect on patient care arising from ...

Several times a week I am asked the following question: “What is the absolutely last drop dead date an eligible professional can meet the CMS EHR Incentive Program requirements and not leave any money ...

The new federal electronic health records system went live at facilities in Ann Arbor, Battle Creek, Detroit and Saginaw. The Department of Veterans Affairs also says it is staffing up to support ...

Health Information Technology (HIT) remains an increasingly integral part of healthcare reform. Now, a recent study shows that more 75% of hospitals are participating in Electronic Health Record (EHR) ...

Healthcare providers are facing an unprecedented influx of patient-generated data from wearables, home monitoring devices, and direct-to-consumer testing. Experts warn that without smarter systems, ...

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs expects Oracle Cerner to deliver on its $10 billion EHR contract despite layoffs reportedly tied to the program, NextGov/FCW reported June 22. “VA leadership ...

Registration for the Medicare and Medicaid electronic health records incentive programs opens Jan. 3, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced. Eligible professionals, eligible ...

The former CIO of the Department of Veterans Affairs offers some ideas for course correction in the agency's flagging $20 billion–plus Electronic Health Records Modernization program. Last week, FCW ...

VA officials told lawmakers Wednesday that they oppose proposed oversight standards for the department’s new electronic health record modernization program. Officials from the Department of Veterans ...

Electronic medical record (EMR) proficiency is now a core clinical skill, impacting patient safety, workflow efficiency, and provider satisfaction. From structured training programs to ...

If you're still weighing the pros and cons of an electronic health record (EHR) purchase, consider this: Forget about going to an EHR because the government may or may not force you to comply. Think ...