Optometric Electronic Medical Records

A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO SUCCESSFUL SELECTION AND IMPLEMENTATION

This 70 page manual is a comprehensive tool that should be used by every optometrist in their quest to select and implement an electronic medical system into their practice. This manual was written by optometrists who have successfully implemented EMR systems into their practices years ago and want to share the wisdom they have learned along the way. It is an essential tool for all optometrists and practice managers as they begin to investigate, select and implement an EMR system. An EMR system will not just convert you from paper to electronic charts; it will change the entire flow and dynamics of your practice. This manual helps guide you through each critical step you will take.

Highlights of the Manual:

• This manual starts by explaining the health care stimulus program, which can provide up to $44,000 per provider for those who have successfully implemented and meaningfully use EMRs in the practice.

• It helps you analyze your practice for your hardware needs and what you really want your software to do for you.

• Included are many worksheets to help make the initial comparisons between software a true comparison by giving several examination scenarios for the vendor to perform and input into the electronic chart.

• It gives you the advantages and disadvantages of many of the possible hardware choices you will need to make in a very easy to understand way.

• The manual also gives you steps to consider when hiring the right IT professional.

• The last section gives you a realistic timeline to follow for implementation of the software that you have chosen as well as information on what to do with your paper charts, hardware issues, training tips, and how to succeed in your implementation of an EMR system.