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April 14, 2008

Talk of the Town: Guidelines for Better Dictation Practices
Facilities serious about quality documentation should take steps to get dictators up to speed on the importance of using best practices.

Reshaping Cancer Registry — Connecting Data, Improving Care
Merging electronic medical record technology into the world of cancer registrars has the potential to transform how data are collected and analyzed.

Quill Power — Is the Digital Pen Mightier?
Convincing physicians to put down their traditional writing utensil for a fancy new gadget can be difficult, but the results could be well worth it.

Stenting Iliac Arteries
A recent study has prompted the FDA to approve the use of self-expanding stents in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for peripheral vascular disease

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

EHR Insider
The National Alliance for Health Information Technology is about to issue its final report on the standard definitions of five key HIT terms.

Money Matters
It is often necessary to gain an outside perspective to get a fair measure of how your revenue cycle is performing.

Business Briefs
Learn about the latest wheelings and dealings.

Datebook

News Briefs
The Center for Democracy & Technology has joined forces with the Health Privacy Project to develop policies aimed at protecting the privacy of electronic health information.

www.watch
Aetna’s new online search service connects members to medical information.

Products and Services
A new service provides real-time access to clinical results and images.

By the Numbers
Discover some of the key figures shaping the healthcare industry.


March 31, 2008

FEATURES

Paired for Success
More facilities are implementing concurrent coding programs in an effort to address the need for more specific diagnoses and to meet quality-based initiatives.

The Power of Telemedicine
In a variety of situations, this sometimes-overlooked technology is making it easier for patients in remote settings to receive the care they need.

Pulp Friction
Getting rid of retired medical records may seem simple enough, but stringent privacy rules sometimes make it tricky. That’s where outsourcing can help.

A Different Form of Breast Cancer
Findings from a recent study indicate that treatment for inflammatory breast cancer needs to be different from other types of the disease.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for breast cancer

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

On the Case
A rural Wisconsin healthcare organization realized integration and workflow benefits when it installed an electronic document management system.

News Briefs
The Association of Health Information Outsourcing Services is taking issue with the reimbursement provisions in two Illinois laws requiring state health facilities to electronically provide information from electronic health records when requested.

Coding Corner
Despite having somewhat different goals, it’s important for HIM departments to develop a solid working relationship with radiology.

Products and Services
A present-on-admission module has been added to a computer-assisted coding solution to help hospitals comply with new federal regulations.

www.watch
Oregon’s largest medical liability carrier has announced discounted insurance premiums for physician practices that connect electronically with patients.

By the Numbers

Datebook


March 17, 2008

FEATURES

All Tied Up
If controlled substances became eligible for e-prescribing, many industry experts believe that the technology would enjoy more widespread adoption.

Test Track
A pair of pilot personal health record projects will measure the adoption rates of Medicare and Medicaid patients and serve as a testing ground for their financial sustainability.

Going Digital
An Oregon radiology practice is reshaping its operations by implementing an electronic document management system.

Keeping Young Hearts Young
Recent studies indicate that childhood behavior, including eating habits and exercise patterns, influences the chances of developing cardiovascular disease as an adult.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for heart failure

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

Conference Currents
The recent HIMSS conference featured record-breaking crowds and several noteworthy speakers.

Transcription Trends
A medical transcription service owner examines the reasons why some people believe sending work overseas is not necessarily coming at the expense of American jobs.

www.watch
Researchers at two University of Texas institutions have released the results of a study measuring the accuracy of online breast cancer information.

Datebook

News Briefs
A nonprofit organization has devised a program that offers physicians the opportunity to earn up to $100,000 in yearly incentives.

Products and Services
The addition of digital signature and annotation features boosts the effectiveness of an electronic fax record service.

By the Numbers


March 3, 2008

FEATURES

Overseas Transcription — Is India Still the Low-Cost Option?
Recent changes in U.S. and Indian economics have somewhat altered the landscape for organizations that depend on an offshore workforce.

New Sheriff in Town
Currently, the Recovery Audit Contractor program is being piloted in three states, with plans to have it up and running nationwide by 2010. Based on the results so far, what can health-care organizations expect to see when it arrives for good?

Preparing for the Worst
Data are the lifeline of any healthcare organization, but what happens when that pulse is in jeopardy? Then it’s time to put your disaster recovery plan to the test.

Underweight: A Heavy Concern
There are a number of strategies available for patients who struggle to gain weight due to psychological and physiological causes.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for malnutrition

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

Coding Corner
Developing strong working relationships with other departments can bolster productivity not only in the coding department but throughout the hospital as well.

News Briefs
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association’s five-pronged attack to improve healthcare relies heavily on wider use of HIT.

www.watch
Insiders say a new Minnesota Web site designed to serve as an online medical marketplace could significantly affect how U.S. residents purchase healthcare.

Products and Services
In the continuing quest to reduce the number of medication errors, an HIT company has introduced software that eliminates drug name confusion.

Datebook

By the Numbers


February 18 , 2008

FEATURES

Presenting a New Number
The Voluntary Universal Healthcare Identifier Project is being introduced at this year’s HIMSS conference to boost efforts toward a national system.

Energize Your System — The Promise of SOA
According to proponents, service-oriented architecture can enable integration of previously inflexible information systems.

The Benefits of Plan-Sponsored Web
Communication A Wisconsin managed care network serves as a model for how plans can use the Internet to streamline and automate work and come away with a quantifiable return on investment.

Note-Taking With a Flair
Tablet PCs can be a boon to facilities in their quest to mobilize their healthcare data, but it takes a solid infrastructure to make it all work.

Shoulder Relief: Intervening to Tame Tendonitis
An Italian physician has led the charge to attack the ailment through a regimen that includes the use of high-resolution ultrasound guidance.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for tendonitis

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

EHR Insider
A clearer, more unified vision of personal and electronic health record adoption is needed if the technology is to make its mark.

Coding Corner
The coding for physician phone calls to patients has recently been revamped. In addition, there is a new code for electronic communications.

Datebook

www.watch
Members of some WellPoint consumer-driven health plans in California, Connecticut, and Ohio now have access to a new online physician rating tool created by the insurer and Zagat Survey.

News Briefs
Market research firm INPUT predicts that the HIT market will expand at a rate of 8.6% annually, topping out at $10.8 billion in 2012.

Products and Services
A new safety syringe avoids exposing the needle to the healthcare professional during the entire injection process.

By the Numbers


February 4 , 2008

FEATURES

Seeing Green
By automating the release of information, healthcare organizations can turn a cumbersome process into a moneymaker.

RHIOs — Struggling to Bloom
Despite what seemed to be gloomy news from a recent Harvard University study, several industry experts believe regional health information organizations still have a fighting chance.

Speech Recognition in the ED — and Beyond
Time is a precious commodity in the emergency department, making it an ideal setting to test speech recognition’s prowess for precise and speedy documentation.

3-D Ultrasound
Clinicians in various specialties are discovering what their colleagues in obstetrics already know—3-D ultrasound has many benefits.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for bladder cance
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DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

Coding Corner
It takes a master craftsman to construct a solid DRG that can stand on its own.

www.watch
An Arkansas medical facility has adopted an intranet portal that allows it to monitor Joint Commission policies and procedures.

News Briefs
A survey about health information exchange reveals advances in some markets and a pressing need for more action on a national scale.

Datebook

Products and Services
A clinical software provider has announced upgrades to its emergency department information system.

By the Numbers


January 21, 2008

FEATURES

A Tall Order
Once facilities go electronic, they often are left with 10 to 30 years of older medical records that must be kept in paper format. What storage strategies work best?

Pediatric EMRs: Big Considerations for Small Patients
Pediatricians puzzled by what to shop for when choosing an EMR now have a set of guidelines to help with their decision.

Price Check
Hospitals are faced with getting a handle on quickly and efficiently dealing with patient requests for cost estimates.

A Buffet of Choices
People who suffer from food allergies have plenty of choices available to help them determine if they actually do have an adverse reaction to certain foods.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for food allergy

2008 Transcription Buyers’ Guide
Pick and choose the vendor that can turn your transcription concerns into an afterthought.

DEPARTMENTS

Letter to the Editor

On the Case
A Georgia hospital adopted an emergency department information system to help eliminate the stress of unannounced surveys.

News Briefs
Florida State University researchers have gathered evidence to support the claim that IT systems lead to better health outcomes.

www.watch
A Web site created by a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota affiliate lets consumers share feedback on medical services and providers.

Datebook

Products and Services
The iPhone’s versatility reaches into the health sector with the news that it now provides physicians with access to e-prescribing.

By the Numbers


January 7, 2008

FEATURES

Healthcare 2008: The Shape of Things to Come
Get the inside scoop on the trends likely to garner headlines this year.

PHRs: Striking a Balance Between Privacy and Purpose
Who owns and controls the information inside personal health records? At times, the line can become blurry.

Maine Objective
Major construction signs are being erected around the state’s healthcare system, aiming to make clinical data available to all providers.

Stopping Traffic?
Healthcare insiders are skeptical that the federal rule allowing hospitals to help cover the cost of electronic medical records will have a significant impact on adoption rates.

Accelerating Proton Therapy Usage
Widespread adoption of this cancer-fighting technology has been limited by costs and space, but now there are plans to address those concerns.

Coding and Transcription
Coding for esophageal cancer

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

Coding Corner
The process of querying a physician is a delicate one that must be handled according to strict guidelines.

News Briefs
The eHealth Initiative Foundation has launched a project with three healthcare companies and two community-based health groups to accelerate the timeliness and effectiveness of drug safety efforts.

Datebook

Products and Services
A secure messaging solution helps healthcare organizations reduce costs, improve worker productivity, and enhance patient relations.

www.watch
A three-year, $400 million pilot program announced by the Federal Communications Commission will help extend broadband communication lines to 6,000 rural healthcare facilities.

By the Numbers


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