Category Archives: Health Information Exchange

HL7 FHIR & 2024 SVAP: The Future of Healthcare Interoperability

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A health IT developer upgrading an EHR to comply with HL7 FHIR and 2024 SVAP standards

As we move through the middle of the year, advocates for interoperability in healthcare have introduced another set of standard updates. The Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) has announced that health IT developers and clinics aiming to participate in the ONC Health IT Certification Program can integrate the approved Standards Version…

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How EHRs can assist Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC)

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Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) offer primary care services to members of the community who meet certain guidelines, including uninsured or underinsured individuals, and those who rely on public health programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. FQHCs must provide reports to grant funders on an annual basis, providing care on a sliding fee scale based…

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How integrated EHR software can boost efficiency in your Medical Clinic and Ambulatory Surgery Center | 1st Providers Choice

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As more and more clinics choose to open a separate Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), it is important to keep in mind the role of the EHR and the benefits of integrating the two entities. From combined databases, to a more streamlined workflow, a system that integrates the both your Medical Clinic and surgery center EHR’s…

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How Can You Achieve Patient Engagement in Your Practice?

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Patient requirements are continually evolving as patients are beginning to request more control over their care than ever before. Both Medicare reform, and the MACRA reporting procedure, are placing new requirements on practices to deliver patient engagement, pushing practices to prioritize value-based care. There are several digital interactive tools that can help to achieve optimal…

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California ASC 2017 Annual Conference – Indian Wells, CA September 6th – 8th | 1st Providers Choice

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The California Ambulatory Surgery Center Association’s (CASA) 2017 Annual Conference in Indian Wells, CA at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, is a crucial fixture on the calendar for Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) professionals. With key industry leaders in attendance, the conference’s program contains events in Finance, Human Resources, Clinical and Quality oversight. The…

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Just Implemented a New EHR? Follow These 4 Tips to Maximize Your Practice’s Success

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  The vast majority of doctors in the US have implemented some form of an EHR/EMR – but if you’ve found that the system you have in place doesn’t quite fit your practice, you may be on the lookout for something that works better. An EHR transition requires a dedicated team, as well as lots…

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Leading ASC EHR, Billing & Management Software Demonstrated Live at FSASC Annual Conference & Trade Show in Orlando July 12th to July 14th

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The 2017 Florida Society of Ambulatory Surgical Center (FSASC) Annual Conference & Trade Show, which will take place in Orlando, FL, at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, will be a great way for ambulatory surgical center teams to gain insights from top industry experts. The conference brings together leading industry ASC professionals…

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Why Specialty-specific EMRs Work Better for Your Practice

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Choosing an EMR system designed for your specialty will save a tremendous amount of clinical documentation time, and allow you to allocate more time providing quality care to your patients. It’s important to select an EMR software that matches your workflow in order to increase the productivity and efficiency of your practice in addition to…

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