Articles By Wendy Grafius

  1. EHR Improves Workflow Efficiency, Communication Among Clinicians 12/13/2013

    NYMU sees improvement in workflow, efficiency, and communication with referring physicians and physicians in training with EHR implementation By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  2. HIMSS14: Innovation. Impact. Outcomes. Onward. 12/11/2013

    The HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition breaks new ground each year, with leading-edge education, exhibition, networking, special events, and more. HIMSS14 will be no exception. By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  3. Implementation Aids In Improved RCM 12/2/2013

    Implementation of medical eligibility and financial counseling services expected to improve cash flow, reduce bad debt, and enhance patient advocacy By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  4. Implementation Provides Decision Support At Point Of Care 11/27/2013

    Einstein Medical Center’s implementation of radiology decision support system expected to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure and costs By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  5. Bridging EHR-Created Gaps At Michigan HIE 11/25/2013

    Exchange of medical records now automated with implementation of platform, significant benefits expected for providers, payers, and patients By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  6. Ensure Compliance During ICD-10 Transition 11/21/2013

    Implementation of Health Language solution expected to assist SummaCare in transitioning to ICD-10 By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  7. Children's Hospital Leverages Telehealth For Newborn Care in Rural Areas 11/20/2013

    UC Davis Children’s Hospital plans to use grant to expand telehealth services to nursery clinicians at rural hospitals, study long-term impact on neonatal outcomes By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  8. Embracing Population Health Management 11/18/2013

    Collaboration expected to help transition from fee-for-service model to a value-oriented model By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  9. Remote Patient Monitoring Through Telehealth 11/15/2013

    Implementation of expanded telehealth services will allow clinicians to remotely monitor patients in any location By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer

  10. Countering Declining Reimbursements By Getting Lean 11/15/2013

    Colorado hospital enhances curriculum, improves existing Lean system with goals of identifying waste, improving efficiency By Wendy Grafius, contributing writer