EMR/EHR

Electronic medical records (EMR) are a digital version of a patient’s chart that store their personal information, medical history and links to prior exams, texts and reports. The goal of these systems is to enable immediate access to the patient's data electronically, rather than needing to request paper file folders that might be stored in fragment files at numerous locations where a patient is seen or treated. EMRs (also called electronic health records, or EHR) improve clinician and health system efficiency by making all this data immediately available. This helps reduce repeat tests, repeat prescriptions and repeat imaging exams because reports, imaging or other patient data is not not immediately available. 

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Tripathi talks: The MU timing debate, EHR dissatisfaction

While some have dubbed 2013 the year of EHR dissatisfaction, Micky Tripathi, says that’s not the case. In an exclusive interview with Clinical Innovation + Technology, the president and CEO of the Massachusetts eHealth Collaborative and chair of the federal Health IT Policy Committee’s Information Exchange Workgroup, discussed the Meaningful Use program, the next ONC chief and more.

Imprivata Introduces OneSign ProveID Embedded to Enhance Fast, Secure No Click Access to Clinical Applications within Virtual Desktop Environments

SAN FRANCISCO-- Imprivata®, a leading global provider of healthcare IT security solutions, today introduced Imprivata OneSign® ProveID Embedded to enhance fast, secure No Click Access® to electronic medical records (EMRs) and other clinical applications within virtual desktop environments. Imprivata partners HP and IGEL Technology will integrate Imprivata OneSign ProveID Embedded directly into the firmware of their thin and zero clients, providing customers with an out-of-the-box solution for delivering seamless access to clinical applications and patient information at the point of care. Imprivata will showcase OneSign ProveID Embedded along with its single sign-on (SSO), authentication management and HIPAA-compliant secure text messaging solutions in booth #216 at this week’s VMworld® 2013 in San Francisco.

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MU opinions continue to stream in

It seems Meaningful Use will remain in the headlines each week, at least until Stage 3 is finalized. This week the Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) threw its suggestions into the hat.

Cloud computing privacy and security risks explored

Role-based access, network security mechanisms, data encryption, digital signatures and access monitoring are all areas healthcare providers and third-party cloud service providers should explore to ensure the privacy and security of sensitive health records, according to a recent study appearing in the Journal of Medical Internet Research.

EHNAC finalizes new criteria

The Electronic Healthcare Network Accreditation Commission, which certifies entities that process transactions or exchange health information for meeting best practices, has finalized new criteria for 12 existing programs and three new programs covering use of the Direct Project secure messaging protocols.

Survey: Physicians wary of EHR value

A new survey finds that the majority of physicians believe the cost of EHRs outweigh the benefits.

HIMSS: Launch Stage 2 on schedule but extend attestation period

After multiple organizations have criticized the Meaningful Use program and called for delays, the Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) is recommending the same launch date for Stage 2 but a longer attestation period.

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More MU debate

This week we learned more about plans for Stage 3 Meaningful Use during the most recent Health IT Policy Committee meeting, even as the program faces more criticism. Also, a hefty fine for HIPAA violations could send a message to the healthcare industry.

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