EHR, HIT, HIE, and EIEIO - Another group of acronyms on the way and all related to Healthcare. This new group of acronyms will have an impact on all of us as the technology they reference is implemented over the next 5 to 10 years.
The combination of advancements in technology and Federal incentive money for Healthcare providers will accelerate the adoption of the capabilities these acronyms represent.
EHR - Electronic Health Records
HIT - Health Information Technology
HIE - Health Information Exchange
EIEIO - Left over from my memory bank
This Forum was started to increase the awareness of what is happening in Healthcare in general and in the Commonwealth specifically. We encourage participation through comments, suggestions, and questions.
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Websites containing in-depth information include
http://hits.virginia.gov/ - The Virginia Spotlight on Health Information Technology
http://healthit.hhs.gov/portal/server.pt - Federal Government site containing opportunities, success stories, and planned activities.
Technology, incentive money, and the willingness of players in the market to collaborate will lead to improving patient care.
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