Eye Care EHR
In July the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s (AAO) Medical Information Technology Committee (MITC) developed a list of important information to be included in electronic health records (EHR) for ophthalmologists. The list of features required in EHR systems is designed to deliver quality patient care, enhance communication between physicians, and meet the “meaningful use” standards required by President Obama’s 2009 healthcare reform laws.
According to an AAO press release, the Committee has included “17 ‘essential’ and six ‘desirable’ features in the areas of Clinical Documentation, Ophthalmic Vital Signs and Laboratory Studies, Medical and Surgical Management, and Ophthalmic Measurement and Imaging Devices.”
To help navigate the plethora of information out there about EHR, we’ve compiled a few links for you.
2011 is the first year Medicare and Medicaid incentive bonuses are available for eligible physicians and hospitals that use certified EHR systems. According to David C. Kibbe and Brian Klepper, however, not many changes in EHR will take place this year, which may not necessarily be a bad thing.
If you’re searching for an EHR system, Margalit Gur-Arie has a great blog post offering tips on how to shop around for the right one.
If you’re in the market to purchase a new eye care EHR system, here are a few options specifically for the eye care office.
KeyChart EMR by Key Medical Software
Waiting Room Solutions for Optometry
Waiting Room Solutions for Ophthalmology
Know any other good eye care EHR systems? Leave a comment and let us know.
