EHR Governance: A Practical Guide to User Centric, Consensus Driven Optimization

Organizations invest significantly in Electronic Health Records (EHRs), which require ongoing improvement to respond to people, processes, and technology. This book outlines a strategic process for effective EHR governance, starting with articulating a clear vision and scaling to small and large organizations. It emphasizes the importance of benchmarked metrics, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking for continuous growth and refinement.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Organizations allocate substantial financial resources to acquire, implement, and optimize their Electronic Health Records (EHRs). These systems are not plug-and-play and require a commitment to an ongoing improvement cycle. When executed effectively, this approach caters to the needs of individuals, processes, and technology. Conversely, inadequate execution can lead to a complete system failure, resulting in substantial financial losses for the organization.

This book, grounded in the belief that effective EHR governance accelerates change and enhances the user experience, draws upon over a decade of experience working with government, academic, and nonprofit organizations utilizing Epic, Allscripts, McKesson, Meditech, and Cerner. Designed with practicality and pragmatism in mind, it provides a strategic framework that can be applied to organizations of varying sizes. It begins by guiding organizational leaders in articulating a clear vision for strong EHR governance, both theoretically and financially. The book then outlines the sequential steps necessary for leading successful change, highlighting critical lessons learned to assist the reader in avoiding pitfalls and achieving measurable improvement more rapidly. It concludes with a commitment to continuous growth and refinement through benchmarked metrics, innovation, and unconventional thinking.

By implementing these principles, organizations can optimize their EHRs and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their healthcare operations.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367403928