Henry Schein Medical Systems Expands EMR Functionality For Medical Specialties
Specialized clinical content and customizable features allow for rapid deployment and efficient new patient set-up
Henry Schein Medical Systems, a provider of proven and cost-effective practice management (PM) and electronic medical records (EMR) systems, recently announced a major expansion of its customized MicroMD EMR solutions, designed for use in a wide array of specialized clinical settings, such as dermatology, OB/GYN, neurology and nephrology.
As the need to demonstrate meaningful use of health information technology inches closer, it is becoming increasingly important for practices to find ways to efficiently transition to an EMR. Built on the foundation of its CCHIT-certified MicroMD EMR, Henry Schein developed specialized content and customizable features to make it easy for these specialists to deploy and use the EMR – and with significantly less disruption to their office workflow or preferred documentation habits.
The customized MicroMD functionality includes common encounter templates, medications and conditions, terminology, and diagnoses. A rapid history builder uses this content to set up a new patient account and history with only a few key strokes. The system is also customizable for visits that do not fall within existing parameters.
"Specialists typically see a larger percentage of new patients. The highly customized areas of focus available through the MicroMD EMR solution create daily value and ensure these providers have the tools they need to meet meaningful use requirements," said Keith Slater, general manager and vice president of Henry Schein Medical Systems. "Each specialty solution is designed to anticipate the provider's needs and make it simple for them to integrate the EMR into daily use as quickly as possible."
In addition to automatically loaded content, MicroMD allows users to incorporate practice-specific templates for letters, establish clinical dashboard settings and store clinical decision support rules. If providers prefer to customize the system, they can do so without the need to consult an IT expert. The EMR also comes with exclusive access to Henry Schein's CliniBank, a template "trading post" that allows users to share and modify alternative templates that work best for them.
About MicroMD and Henry Schein Medical Systems
Henry Schein Medical Systems MicroMD provides simple yet powerful EMR and practice management solutions that help facilitate the delivery of superior patient care; automate incentive and quality reporting activities; and streamline operations for today's busy providers. Full-featured, time-tested and budget-friendly, the MicroMD CCHIT-certified, award-winning software helps small practices, large medical groups, community health centers and billing services accelerate progress towards a paperless environment and health information exchange with minimal disruption and stress. High client retention rates attest to its market-leading presence and client-centric focus. For more information, visit us at www.micromd.com.
About Henry Schein, Inc.
Henry Schein, a Fortune 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ 100® Index, is recognized for its excellent customer service and highly competitive prices. The Company's four business groups - Dental, Medical, International and Technology - serve more than 600,000 customers worldwide, including dental practitioners and laboratories, physician practices and animal health clinics, as well as government and other institutions. The Company operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, which provides customers in more than 200 countries with a comprehensive selection of more than 90,000 national and Henry Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 100,000 additional products available as special-order items. Henry Schein also provides exclusive, innovative technology offerings for dental, medical and veterinary professionals, including value-added practice management software and electronic health record solutions.
Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., Henry Schein employs more than 13,500 people and has operations or affiliates in 23 countries. The Company's net sales reached a record $6.5B in 2009. For more information, visit www.henryschein.com.
SOURCE: Henry Schein Medical Systems