Healthcare: EHR Implementation
Many of you are currently considering an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, and realize that it is not a matter of if you will get it, but rather, when you will get it. ACS can help you transition from paper to electronic. Some of you have already taken the step of implementing EHR into your Practice. Some of you may question how EHR can benefit your Practice, and wonder if it is a sound business decision that will yield the return on investment you hope for. Some of you wonder how EMR is different than EHR. Perhaps the most pressing concern is what Meaningful Use really means, and how you can qualify for lucrative government funding. Your EHR software provider, partnering with ACS, will provide these answers. In addition, many of these questions can be answered in the following articles and video, both posted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. And, for the most up to date information surrounding EHR initiatives, we have provided a link to Health IT Buzz.
ACS has an extensive array of experience in working with healthcare clinics of all sizes and types. In fact, we have been helping clinics since 1993. Some of our staff have even had previous careers in clinics, so rest assured, we know how a clinic functions, which gives us a significant advantage in helping our clients. Because of this, we fully understand how technology affects and improves the efficiencies of a fast paced clinic.
Hardware:
Without the proper hardware, your EHR system may encounter stiff resistance from the physicians and staff that utilize it on a daily basis. ACS has been in the hardware business for nearly 20 years, so we know what works and what doesn’t. An improperly configured, or ill equipped server, tablet PC, wireless access point, etc… will create a level of frustration that may have your physicians asking why they ever implemented an EHR system to begin with!
Software:
ACS will assist you with making the correct EHR software decision, based on our many years of working with EHR providers in the area. We know what works, and what doesn’t. The ultimate decision is yours, and will require the proper due diligence no matter which decision you end up with. We will work with you every step of the way as your partner and trusted advisor for this very important decision.
Security:
Perhaps the question we are asked most is, “If I make the switch to an EHR system, is it secure?” This is a very important question, and we can assure you that if you choose ACS to implement the hardware infrastructure, the answer will be YES. There are many variables to consider and account for when setting up a network to assure the very best security. Our trained experts will work through the proper checklists, and will lean on their years of experience to remove this worry from your mind. For further peace of mind, see our “Qualifications” page on this website.
When you think of security, it is important to consider data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity. ACS addresses all of this with how we configure your equipment, a secure offsite remote backup solution, and with our proactive Managed I.T. program. Your peace of mind, and seamless transition to continued business operations after a disaster, or loss of data, are our top priorities.
HIPAA Compliance:
The EHR software provider you choose should assure you that their software is certified and HIPAA compliant. ACS will take care of the hardware component, and the necessary maintenance to assure that your network remains HIPAA compliant on an ongoing basis after the initial implementation. See our “Safeguard Programs” and “HIPAA Compliance” pages on this website for additional information about what we have done and what we are capable of. If you choose ACS to implement your new EHR system, rest assured we are experts in HIPAA compliance as it relates to technology, and that we will proactively protect your interests. We have also assembled a legal and advisory team to assist with anything outside of our knowledge base.
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