The Evolution of National Health IT Week
Tom Leary, vice president of government relations at HIMSS North America, discusses the evolution of National Health IT Week and its tranformation from an idea to an actionable initiative.
How Patient Portals Are Increasing Engagement & Improving Outcomes
HIMSS Analytics is proud to recognize Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) for its recent validation as a Stage 7 healthcare system, as tracked by the EMRAM SM
Important Milestone Achieved to Support Clinicians and Registries in Improving Immunization Rates
Five software developers representing more than a quarter of the electronic health record market were recognized by HIMSS for their inclusion of immunization capabilities in their products, as part of the Immunization Integration Program.
Leveraging Information Technology to Improve Vaccination Rates in America’s Communities
The CDC shares how they, in partnership with the NCIRD, are taking steps to leverage EHRs to improve vaccination rates.
Opioid Safety Scores in EMR Improve Patient Outcomes
HIMSS Analytics is proud to recognize Sparrow Health System for its revalidation as a Stage 7 healthcare system, as tracked by the EMRAM/O-EMRAM.
Optimizing Value and Reducing Medication Costs in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Akron Children’s Hospital convened a multidisciplinary team to launch an initiative aimed at optimizing PICU care. Diverse in their areas of expertise, the team worked diligently to drive these improvements.
Providing Better Care with Patient Portals: Stage 7 Success Story
By encouraging patients to take a more active role in their health maintenance by leveraging their personal health portals, Altru Health System saw increased patient engagement and was recognized as a HIMSS Stage 7 healthcare system for both inpatient and outpatient care.
Providing Better Palliative Care
Keeping patients at the center means guiding their health journey from start to finish. This Stage 7 success story explores how one health system implemented a truly impactful palliative care program.
How Maintaining Patient Focus Improves Outcomes
Lafayette General Health was in search of a patient engagement solution to improve follow-up communications and reduce unnecessary patient visits. Discover what they implemented and what they accomplished.
How Telemedicine is Improving Care Coordination
As consumerism in healthcare changes how care is delivered, measured and maintained, health systems are being forced to adapt quickly.
Collaborating to Improve Immunization Data Sharing to Ensure Healthy Communities
Gathering and sharing accurate information on who has or has not been immunized and where the vaccine stockpiles may be located are important components of the public health strategy to overcome disease.
A Patient’s Guide to Telemedicine: What to Do When Your Doctor Calls or Video-Chats with You
Telehealth visits are quickly becoming a mainstay of healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many health systems encourage patients to shift to telehealth as a first choice to discuss possible symptoms, rather than going to the hospital emergency room.