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 April 23, 2012
Features
Identifying Patients in HIEs
The ability to exchange health information is wonderful, but it defeats the purpose if it’s incorrect data.
ROI in a Hybrid Environment
Medical records may not get to where they need to go if hospitals don’t properly plan for the general mayhem that ensues during an EHR conversion.
Conflicting Messages
Three studies mull over the effectiveness of speech recognition.
Using Natural Therapies to Treat Hypertension
A comprehensive study shows that combining certain nutrients with dietary and lifestyle modifications may help slow the progress of this potentially deadly condition.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for hypertension
departments
Guest Voice
News Briefs
A pair of reports dig deep into how healthcare organizations are preparing for ICD-10 and the effects of Health and Human Services’ decision to push back the implementation deadline.
Evolving Education
Competency exams offered by the American Society of Health Informatics Managers and the federal Workforce Development program offer HIT professionals a chance to tout their knowledge.
EMR & EHR Annual Showcase
Technology Trends
Context awareness technology provides real-time patient data that is specific to clinicians’ needs.
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
Datebook
 April 9, 2012
Features
The Ins and Outs of Observation Status
Correctly distinguishing between inpatient and outpatient status can save hospitals from lost revenue and compliance headaches.
Cancer Registrars Tackle Tough Assignments
New rules, regulations, and technology have complicated matters when it comes to gathering cancer data.
At-Home CDI — A Remote Possibility or Something More?
While a remote clinical documentation improvement program has been successful at Kaiser Permanente, some experts question whether it’s viable at other institutions.
To Operate or Not to Operate
According to a study, more abdominal gunshot and stab wounds are being successfully treated without surgery.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for open wounds
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
New analysis from research firm Frost & Sullivan predicts increased use of PHRs, but direct revenue opportunities remain limited.
Money Matters
Don’t know the right questions to ask when buying an EHR? These helpful hints should provide a solid base to make the process less painful.
Crossword Puzzle
HIT Happenings
A Tennessee medical center’s HIPAA strategy includes taking advantage of a Web-tracking tool.
Products and Services
AHIMA has debuted tools to better manage the integrity of EHR documentation.
Datebook
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 March 26, 2012
Features
Operation Data Rescue
Through “knowledge discovery,” the meaning lying within infinite reservoirs of data can be recognized and put to good use.
HIM Plays a Central Role in Safety, Quality Issues
By compiling and securing nearly every inch of a hospital’s patient data, HIM professionals are uniquely positioned to create better care environments.
Care Interrupted
Business continuity and disaster recovery plans are invaluable resources should a healthcare organization suffer a data loss.
Treating Insomnia
A lack of sleep can have a ripple effect on health and well-being, but there are several options available to help patients get some productive time in the sack.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for insomnia
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
According to a survey, EHR adoption has made strides over the past year, but interoperability is still a significant obstacle.
Transcription Trends
A veteran HIM professional makes the case that the industry could make better use of medical transcriptionists’ skill sets.
Datebook
On the Web
University teams have earned kudos for their work in developing healthcare solutions that take advantage of social media and mobile technology.
Products and Services
A dictation system gives physicians the choice to dictate, type, or “touch” their clinical documentation.
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 March 12, 2012
Features
Breaking the ASC Codes
It takes a unique set of skills to master the nuances of coding at an ambulatory surgery center.
Moving Care Across State Lines
The requirement that physicians be licensed in the state where the patient is being treated has hampered the growth of telemedicine.
Fixing Electronic Data Capture
AMIA is set to release guiding principles that address the shortcomings of electronic data capture and documentation.
Combating Clostridium Difficile
More common among hospitalized or institutionalized elders, these bacteria often affect patients with compromised immune systems.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for intestinal infections
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
University of Michigan researchers say more needs to be done to boost EHR communication with immunization registries.
mHealth Update
An electrophysiologist has developed an iPad application that can manage cardiac devices remotely.
Crossword Puzzle
On the Web
The Rural Assistance Center has introduced an online tool kit designed to help rural healthcare providers get HIT projects up and running.
Products and Services
Kforce Healthcare and Elsevier/MC Strategies are the latest companies to join forces to offer ICD-10 education.
Datebook
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 February 27, 2012
Features
Ethical Business Practices in Transcription
As concerns about the security of protected health information have increased, the medical transcription industry has reevaluated its handling of patient data from a transparency standpoint.
Are Post-Acute Care Transfers a Goldmine for RAC Audits?
Not knowing whether patients ultimately follow through with postdischarge plans can have significant financial and compliance ramifications.
Negotiating Cloud Computing Contracts
When constructing contracts with cloud computing vendors, industry experts recommend including several must-have items.
Imaging Traumatic Brain Injury
Researchers seek objective measures to an elusive problem plaguing many of our nation’s military service members.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for traumatic brain injury
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
A lack of funds is preventing more healthcare organizations from participating in health information exchanges, according to a Beacon Partners study.
CFO Zone
Industry experts provide pointers for the numerous providers looking to make the switch to a new revenue cycle management system.
Datebook
On the Web
St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital hopes to accelerate pediatric cancer discoveries by sharing findings on an online genome database.
Products and Services
For hospitals befuddled by the transition to ICD-10, there are two more options on the market designed to help make the process run smoother.
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 February 13, 2012
Features
ICD-10 Spreads Its Tentacles
Experts agree that the effects of the transition to the new coding set will be felt across entire organizations.
ACO Reporting Requirements
For the first year of the program, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has emphasized quality measurements.
App Overload
Choices abound for healthcare professionals who value mobility and easy access to data.
Knee Replacement Surgery on the Rise
Baby boomers and booming waistlines have led to an increase in the number of people opting to go under the knife.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for arthroscopic knee surgery
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
Hospital nurses working with EHRs consistently reported more improvements in care than did those working in facilities without the technology, according to researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing.
Evolving Education
With help from a federal grant, Weill Cornell Medical College is developing tomorrow’s class of HIT thought leaders.
Crossword Puzzle
On the Web
A health literacy social media program geared toward helping California teens become knowledgeable healthcare consumers is being taken nationwide.
Products and Services
AHIMA has introduced an ICD-10 training program tailored to specific healthcare settings and roles.
Datebook
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 January 30, 2012
Features
Proceed With Caution
Experts advise healthcare organizations to consider other factors besides cost before plunging into a speech recognition environment.
Playing the Data Breach Blame Game
Covered entities are largely responsible for the actions of business associates, making their agreements all the more significant.
A Call for Oversight
More scrutiny of EHR systems is needed, say informatics leaders who suggest the creation of an EHR board to review errors.
Hepatitis C and the Damage Done
Scientists are working diligently to uncover new ways to attack a disease that has taken a huge toll on the nation’s health.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for viral hepatitis
Departments
Editor’s Note
Transcription Trends
An industry veteran attempts to differentiate between medical transcriptionists and dictation editors.
News Briefs
A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine measures physician and patient attitudes on sharing medical notes.
On the Web
A start-up health network features a free Q & A service in which consumers anonymously ask questions to approved doctors.
Datebook
Products and Services
Unsure of your staff’s ICD-10 prowess? An online assessment tool measures their knowledge of the rules and regulations governing the new coding guidelines.
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures.
 January 16, 2012
Features
The Coding Enabler
Computer-assisted coding can be a valuable tool for healthcare organizations looking to gain an edge in productivity.
CDI — It Takes Commitment
Obtaining physician buy-in is an essential ingredient to a successful clinical documentation improvement program.
HIT Keeps in Touch With Patient Care
Health systems in Delaware and Texas serve as examples of how HIT can raise standards and improve workflow.
New Approaches to Hysterectomy
Advanced technologies can reduce patient discomfort, recovery times, and the cost of care.
Coding and Transcription
Coding for hysterectomy
Departments
Editor’s Note
News Briefs
The number of data breaches involving protected health information rose by 32% from 2010, according to research by the independent privacy and data protection group the Ponemon Institute.
CIO Insider
Three health system chief information officers discuss ICD-10 implementation, including the progress made thus far and the challenges that lie ahead.
Crossword Puzzle
Datebook
On the Web
Experts say plenty of work needs to be done before consumers can feel comfortable with the results they find on physician rating websites.
Products and Services
A new iPad offering helps home health clinicians capture documentation in a secure and HIPAA-compliant manner.
By the Numbers
Get the lowdown on healthcare’s facts and figures. |
