In the current world of population health management and value-based reimbursement models, many health systems are embarking on the conversion of their EHR as a major goal in reaching full integration and the ability to analyze clinical and financial performance. An EHR conversion has 2 simultaneous tracks (1. Legacy system support 2. Converting and implementing the new EHR) each requiring significant resources. In spite of the best project planning, the preparatory work needed for the overall success of each track is often overlooked, especially in high cost/high revenue departments such as Surgical Services. These highly visible and costly projects must be managed in a way that reflects the focused scrutiny that perioperative and other critical patient care areas should receive. Read more...
