Smartphones make it possible to use medical dictation in simple and portable ways that were unimaginable a decade ago. To dictate clinical notes, you no longer need to be confined to hospital workstations equipped with a dictaphone. Instead, go to … Read More
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How to improve physicians’ professional satisfaction
High rates of physician burnout have pushed healthcare to focus more on physicians’ professional satisfaction. For example, in the past decade, leaders have started talking about the Quadruple Aim of healthcare, which emphasizes provider well-being as a critical consideration alongside … Read More
What are EHR templates?
Electronic health record templates are customizable forms that help providers collect, present, and organize clinical data. When used appropriately, templates can reduce typing and help physicians spend less time on documentation and more time with patients. Optimize your EHR The … Read More
How to improve your EHR templates
EHR templates can help busy providers save time while ensuring clinical documentation is consistent, high-quality, and complete. But how can you make the most of your templates? EHR templates tips and best practices Below are ten best practices for optimizing … Read More
Top 5 EHRs on the market in 2023
With over 500 vendors offering some type of electronic health record product, choosing the right software can feel overwhelming. So why not start with the best? Let’s look at the top 5 EHRs on the market in 2023. This list … Read More
Reduce EMR time with fewer clicks
Studies have found that many doctors click thousands of times in the EMR each day. Eliminating just a few clicks or keystrokes can reduce EMR time by hours each week. A growing problem The average US doctor spends over 15 … Read More
11 Need-to-Know Benefits of EHRs
Most U.S. physicians and hospitals have transitioned to using electronic health records (EHRs), but doctors still aren’t satisfied with the technology. Reviewing the benefits of EHRs can help you assess how to use your EHR more effectively. How many doctors … Read More
6 ways to improve EMR productivity
Nearly all US doctors use electronic medical records, but for many this technology still represent a double-edged sword. EMRs should make healthcare more efficient and can improve the quality of care. But many physicians are spending more time behind the … Read More
Do EHRs actually contribute to physician burnout?
There’s a common belief that EHRs are a major factor contributing to physician burnout. But what does the research say? A 2020 study finds a significant connection, and that there’s something we can do about it. EHRs and physician burnout … Read More
What you need to know about giving patients access to clinical notes
A new federal rule requires that all providers give patients access to clinical notes starting April 5, 2021. As a practicing physician, what do you need to know? Patients are now required to have access to clinical notes The new … Read More