9 minute read Electronic health records (EHRs) are finally making themselves a must-have in the Ambulatory Surgery setting. However, convincing some physician owners of the value of this change is not always a walk in the park. We often encounter scenarios where...
3 minute read 3 Keys to a Successful EHR Implementation Congratulations! So, you have made the decision to switch to a paperless surgery center or upgrade your existing EHR. That is a big decision and one you won’t regret (provided you have done the upfront...
6 minute read Deciding if your ASC should upgrade to electronic medical records (EMR) or stick with paper is like choosing between keeping an old, reliable car or investing in a new one with the latest technology. Sure, the old car gets you from point A to point B....
5 minute read Imagine performing surgery with the wrong tools. It’s beyond ideal. That’s what it feels like when ASCs try to make do with EMRs designed for physician practices and hospitals. They’re clunky and not quite right. We understand. You deserve better....
3 minute read Maura Cash, RN, BSN, CASChstpathways.com As we plan for 2023, ASCs are doing themselves a disservice by continuing to chart on paper. Between the increased utilization of the ASC space for surgical care and the ever-growing need to communicate...
4 minute read Maura Cash, RN, BSN, CASChstpathways.com In a recent blog, I mentioned my obsession with Tom Cruise. But after doing some research for this article and some personal soul searching, I guarantee I would not go snooping in his medical record if...
