Optimizing revenue cycle performance before, during, and after an EHR implementation
Schuler, M.; Berkebile, J.; Vallozzi, A.
Healthcare Financial Management Journal of the Healthcare Financial Management Association 70(6): 76-80
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 0735-0732 PMID: 27451570 Document Number: 688471
An electronic health record implementation brings risks of adverse revenue cycle activity. Hospitals and health systems can mitigate that risk by taking aproactive, three-phase approach: Identify potential issues prior to implementation. Create teams to oversee operations during implementation. Hold regular meetings after implementation to ensure the system is running smoothly.