Even with all the information available on a patient, the care picture is still “rough and poorly defined,” says David Muntz. Social determinants, however, can play a key role by adding some pixels.
Social Determinants and the Big Question
Has Interoperability Come a Long Way?
The good news? Healthcare organizations are finding success when it comes to interoperability. The not-so-good news? That success often comes in sharing data within their own system, rather than with outsiders, according to research from the Center for Connected Medicine.
From Obstacle to Companion: How EHRs Can Make the Leap
As healthcare leaders shift their focus to clinician satisfaction – and specifically, reducing burnout – there are key questions that need to be answered to help determine next steps, according to research from KLAS’ Arch Collaborative.
Q&A with CHIME Board Member Michael Martz: “We have to do better”
Unlike in years past, healthcare IT leaders now have access to some of the most influential rule makers and legislators, making it all the more critical to keep plugging away and “shoot for something better,” says CIO Michael Martz.
Easing the Pain: How 21st Century Cures Hopes to Make EHRs More User-Friendly
No matter how well it’s designed, “the EHR will never be as simple as using an iPhone,” says Dr. Andy Gettinger of ONC. But there are steps being taken to make it less challenging, he explained during the 2019 CHIME Advocacy Summit.
