Ophthalmology is a unique branch of medicine that differs greatly from other specialties. It requires the use of electronic medical record software with ultra-specific capabilities that generic, multi-specialty systems simply cannot provide. Ophthalmology EMR vendors are better positioned to meet the needs of physicians in this field, as they often employ specialty-specific teams with a…
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Mobile EMR for doctors is becoming increasingly essential as cell phone use continues to rise across the United States. Many individuals, including healthcare professionals, now rely on their mobile devices for both educational and work-related tasks. According to a Vitera survey conducted in August, 72% of healthcare professionals use their smartphones for professional purposes. For…
Voice recognition software for EMR has significantly transformed the way physicians document patient information. Before the introduction of electronic medical record (EMR) systems, doctors commonly relied on voice recognition tools to dictate notes, which were later transcribed by medical transcriptionists and added to paper records. Today, with the shift to digital record-keeping, voice recognition software…
The transition from ninth version of the Internal Classification of Diseases (ICD) to the current ICD-10 version is going to require healthcare providers to make changes to the way that patient visits, procedures and medical treatments are coded. This is largely due to the fact that ICD-10 codes are more specific and the number of…
Electronic medical record software can help physicians chart more efficiently and improve quality of care. However, it can be easy for doctors to let the introduction of new technology affect how they interact with patients. This, in turn, can affect care delivery and patient satisfaction. In order to prevent EMR software from getting in the…
Although all physicians should focus on preventive care, doctors of internal medicine receive special training in disease prevention, and it is one of the main aspects of their profession. Without active patient participation, however, it is challenging for physicians to effectively treat patients and prevent new diseases from developing. Fortunately for internists – and for…
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) published a report this week regarding the relief of pain in pediatric patients in emergency care settings. According to the report, “a systematic approach to pain management and anxiolysis, including staff education and protocol development, can provide comfort to children…and improve staff and family satisfaction.” By using pain management…
Are you a physical therapist looking to earn continuing education units (CEU)? Do you want to learn more about physical therapy EMR software or hear stories about issues affecting practices like yours? If so, the PPS/APTA Annual Conference & Exhibition is the place for you. Organized by the Private Practice Section of the American Physical…