Meaningful abuse: the rush toward EHR implementation
Ames, E.; Ciotti, V.; Mathis, B.
Healthcare Financial Management Journal of the Healthcare Financial Management Association 65(2): 70-73
2011
ISSN/ISBN: 0735-0732 PMID: 21428226 Document Number: 649770
Common problems with EHR implementation can be avoided by following these action steps: Take your time--patient safety is at risk. Interview implementation staff while selecting a vendor. Test file conversions before training commences. Conduct a risk assessment and post-live audit. Tie payments to work completed, not calendar dates.