iTunes 12.7 Download: A Guide to Meaningful Use Certification for Ambulatory EMR Implementation

When it comes to implementing electronic medical records (EMRs) in ambulatory settings, healthcare organizations face a daunting task. Chad Brisendine, VP and CIO of St. Luke's Hospital & Health Network, knows this firsthand. In our recent podcast interview, he shared his experiences with implementing an ambulatory EMR system for employed doctors.

The first time around was challenging, to say the least. The organization deemed the initial implementation unsatisfactory due to issues with functionality and productivity loss. This led to a significant financial impact on the organization. However, lessons learned from this experience will greatly benefit St. Luke's in their upcoming ambulatory EMR rollout for employed doctors.

One of the key takeaways is the importance of vendor commitments regarding Meaningful Use (MU) certification. As a public commitment, vendors must ensure that their products meet MU criteria for Stage 1, Stage 2, or Stage 3. This warranty provides reassurance that no healthcare organization will miss out on meaningful use due to a vendor's failure to obtain certification.

For CIOs like Brisendine, the EMR implementation do-over can be a daunting task. However, with careful planning and attention to detail, organizations can overcome these challenges and achieve successful EMR implementations. By staying informed about the latest developments in ambulatory EMR systems and working closely with vendors, healthcare organizations can ensure a smoother transition and better outcomes.

In our podcast interview, Brisendine also discussed his organization's strategy for HIE (Health Information Exchange) work and their plans to engage with CHIME (College of Healthcare Information Management Executives) to inform their Meaningful Use-related vendor contracting. This commitment to staying informed and adapting to changing healthcare landscape is essential for successful EMR implementations.

To learn more about St. Luke's ambulatory EMR strategy and the challenges they faced, listen to our podcast episode featuring Chad Brisendine. You can also download this episode and subscribe to our feed at iTunes 12.7 download.

By downloading this episode, you will gain valuable insights into the importance of Meaningful Use certification for ambulatory EMR implementation and how healthcare organizations like St. Luke's are overcoming the challenges associated with do-over implementations.

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