Would you ever buy an SUV without locks? Or leave the keys in the ignition while you are grocery shopping? Would you be happy to deposit your hard-earned money in a bank, with no security protocol, so that anybody can walk in and get away with all the money stored inside? The likely answer to Read more…
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How small practices can prepare for the shift from Volume to Value-based Care?
An expected shift is going to take place soon in the health industry, where healthcare will transform from volume based (paid for every patient visit) to value based (paid for quality of service). The government is encouraging physicians to form Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), so that they can cut down on costs and provide quality Read more…
Eight Reasons Why You Must Attend UC’ 14
The annual CureMD User Conference (UC) 2014 is less than four months away. With 20+ interactive, engaging and informative sessions in addition to cruise trips, raffle competitions and the flamboyance and grandeur of New York, the two-day UC ’14 promises to be a spectacle. If you’re using CureMD solutions or just interested in finding out more about Read more…
The real reason why physicians must comply with HIPAA
There is widespread resentment among healthcare providers about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Many physicians, that I have come across, find the law redundant and somewhat insulting. Confidentiality and patient privacy, they say, has always been inherent in any doctor-patient interaction, and is a fundamental pillar of practicing medicine. That said, most Read more…
Importance of usability in EHR design
One of the first requirements providers have, when searching for an Electronic Health Record (EHR), is ease of use. It is necessary for providers to limit the changes in the workflow that they are accustomed to, while running their practice. So when a provider makes the decision to adopt an EHR system, it is expected Read more…
How Health IT helps physicians to improve HIV testing?
According to estimates given by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “about 1.1 million Americans are living with HIV, and 21% of these persons do not know they are infected”. A secure and efficient system of electronic information gathering or EHR can help in early detection of HIV, so that quality treatment, care and Read more…
You know you are a doctor when…
There are times when doctors have to work for over 20 hours a day. If you are a specialist, your work hours might be shorter, but life isn’t any easier. Doctors, here is a list of some funny moments from your lives. Let us know if you identify with them. Do share some of your Read more…
A Case for Using Social Media to Market Your Practice
“I went to medical school to be a doctor. If I wanted to be a marketer … I would have gone to business school.” I recently came across this post by a physician. I can empathize with this doctor; growing healthcare requirements and falling reimbursements have embroiled physicians in more administrative work. Yet, I wonder Read more…
All you need to know about Meaningful Use Deadline – Infographic
The Meaningful Use program deadline is approaching fast. Start using a CCHIT-certified Electronic Health Record system now to save yourself from Medicare Part B reimbursement penalties starting 2015. The last day to start your Meaningful Use program is July 1, 2014. Start your Meaningful Use program now. Earn more incentives.
Meaningful Use Deadline: Q&A with Experts
As the deadline for “Meaningful Use” approaches, doctors are rushing to adopt the Program to take advantage of the government incentives. However, as we speak to doctors, we realize that many of them are confused about the Program, which makes it difficult for them to earn maximum incentives. The confusion surrounds the requirements, incentives, penalties, exemptions Read more…