The success of your EMR is most dependent on how, and how well, it is implemented.  Redesigning your business to take advantage of the technology, getting your people proficient in their use of the system, and starting the process of managing the practice differently now that you have better information are all key elements of the implementation part of your journey.

Now, 'meaningful use' requirements raise the bar, requiring that EMR works not only within the four walls of you practice, but also that you be able to exchange information with others to improve the cost and quality of the care delivered to your patients.  The implications on how you approach implementation are substantial.

In this webinar, we are joined by special guests Susan Thomas, MD, FAAF and Margaret Blue, President of Desert Practice Management, who discuss what is required for a successful implementation -- one that fulfills the requirements of meaningful use and more importantly, for successful use by the practice.

Key Topics:
•   Ways to approach the implementation
•   'Meaningful use' criteria and what is required to qualify for the HITECH EMR subsidy
•   The physician's role in leading the implementation
•   Common mistakes that derail the implementation
•   Redesigning roles and work flow to take advantage of the EMR
•   Training  approach for getting users competent and comfortable with the system
•   Changes to how your practice interacts with patients after the implementation
•   Data coming into and out of your EMR via interfaces
•   Customizing data entry forms
•   Managing the implementation scope, time line and pace of change

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