By
William Henley
Submitted On March 06, 2010
Welcome to the world of health care technology and EMR, the
high-tech system developed by electronic medical records companies to
store and preserve medical information about patients. Because medical
practices are so strongly information driven, requiring quick retrieval
of information, easy comparison of data as well as accuracy of
information, electronic medical records companies can design an
electronic medical records (EMR) system that is tailor made to any
medical practice, large or small.
Why switch to an EMR system? The traditional method of paper record keeping is costly, bulky and very labor intensive. Once a file or chart has been checked out, no other department or medical professional can access it until it is returned. If a paper record is misplaced or not returned to the right place, future access to critical information might be unavailable during an emergency. Keeping traditional paper records translates to at least 30 minutes of paperwork per hour spent with each patient.
EMR systems keep patient records secure and confidential yet easily accessible and easily shared with numerous medical departments as the situation warrants. EMR systems do not require transcription costs as data can be directly entered into the system. When time is of the essence, the practitioner can access vital information in the quickest way possible to benefit the patient. The accuracy of EMR systems also minimizes the risk of making mistakes, which positively influences medical malpractice insurance rates.
There are numerous electronic medical records companies which have extensive experience and can provide a system that meets the needs of the medical professional, including Acentec, Medinformatix,, Siemens Medical and CPSI. There are a number of things to consider in order to secure the EMR vendor who is just right for your circumstances.
Compare costs of new computer technology versus maintaining a current stored paper system. What is the expected lifespan of an EMR installation before an upgrade or new system will be required? What are the computer hardware requirements for the EMR system you are considering? It's a good idea to obtain multiple quotes from a variety of IT providers. Don't be shy about asking the company for references. Ask about the type and duration of training that the EMR system provider will offer your staff. Once the EMR system is up and running, does the company have a disaster recovery system in place? How often is the EMR software updated?
Switching to an EMR system installed by a reliable electronic medical records company can make billing, administrative and patient information tasks more efficient and cost effective for any health care operation.
Why switch to an EMR system? The traditional method of paper record keeping is costly, bulky and very labor intensive. Once a file or chart has been checked out, no other department or medical professional can access it until it is returned. If a paper record is misplaced or not returned to the right place, future access to critical information might be unavailable during an emergency. Keeping traditional paper records translates to at least 30 minutes of paperwork per hour spent with each patient.
EMR systems keep patient records secure and confidential yet easily accessible and easily shared with numerous medical departments as the situation warrants. EMR systems do not require transcription costs as data can be directly entered into the system. When time is of the essence, the practitioner can access vital information in the quickest way possible to benefit the patient. The accuracy of EMR systems also minimizes the risk of making mistakes, which positively influences medical malpractice insurance rates.
There are numerous electronic medical records companies which have extensive experience and can provide a system that meets the needs of the medical professional, including Acentec, Medinformatix,, Siemens Medical and CPSI. There are a number of things to consider in order to secure the EMR vendor who is just right for your circumstances.
Compare costs of new computer technology versus maintaining a current stored paper system. What is the expected lifespan of an EMR installation before an upgrade or new system will be required? What are the computer hardware requirements for the EMR system you are considering? It's a good idea to obtain multiple quotes from a variety of IT providers. Don't be shy about asking the company for references. Ask about the type and duration of training that the EMR system provider will offer your staff. Once the EMR system is up and running, does the company have a disaster recovery system in place? How often is the EMR software updated?
Switching to an EMR system installed by a reliable electronic medical records company can make billing, administrative and patient information tasks more efficient and cost effective for any health care operation.
William Henley writes about electronic medical records companies and how the preserve patients medical information.
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