Electronic Health Records: A Practical Guide for Professionals and Organizations

An industry leader shares her expertise with this step-by-step guide for anyone interested in the implementation of an electronic health record (EHR).

The book discusses the elements of EHR implementation in a clear, chronological format, from planning to execution. Along the way, readers receive a solid background in EHR history, trends, and common pitfalls and gain the skills they will need for a successful implementation.

Up-to-the minute information provides a solid, big-picture, information-packed text in a portable size, complete with updates on the HIPAA privacy and security rules. The book translates highly complex material into everyday, understandable language, making it an indispensable tool for navigating the complexities of the EHR. Contains a list of key points at the beginning of each chapter and a summary at the end of each chapter for easy reference.