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To solve the emerging workflow challenges associated with physician documentation, mobile technology needs to be part of a comprehensive solution, in effect a smart system.

Is it too good to be true? We all are aware if it’s too good to be true, there must be a catch. Below are a few pros and cons for the cloud-based approach to an EHR system:

Many providers believe that the efficiencies of innovation occurring in the healthcare industry, particularly with mobile technology, will help combat the negative forces of this current period of disruption.

We are going to focus on four dynamics that are currently converging and placing immediate strain on the system, forcing providers to continue to seek new ways to streamline workflow.

There has been a lot of hype surrounding healthcare technology and EHR adoption over the past couple years. As with any new technology, there are bound to be some bumps along the way. However, it is important to remember not to expect the world from an EHR, plan to implement flexible solutions that will protect revenue and physician satisfaction.

In an age of increasing regulation, shrinking reimbursements and a higher demand for services, healthcare providers, and more specifically their employed physicians, are being asked to do more with less.

Training physicians and medical personnel before and during the EHR implementation is another vital piece of solving the EHR puzzle.

The next step is to recognize specifically what the practice is trying to achieve through EHR adoption and communicate that with all parties who will be affected by the change.

EHR implementation success rates vary, depending on the level of commitment and planning each practice deploys before, during and after EHR adoption. It is critical that all members of a practice or healthcare system are on-board with implementing an EHR.

Across the board, healthcare IT managers reported that a loss in physician productivity is their main concern when contemplating EHR adoption.