Patient care, Loyalty, and “Meaningful Use” – How is the healthcare industry maximizing subsidized reimbursements through the 5 domains, 2011-2015?

Everyone is coming to terms with the Proposed and final ruling on “Meaningful Use” as a moving target. The good news lies in with the tightening requirements, comes broadening of the definition and qualification. Dr. Blumenthal reiterates that EMR is only PART of this industry-wide initiative, and that providers need focus on and impact what he defines as five key domains including:

1) Improving the U.S. health system
2) Safety and quality
3) Engaging patients
4) Populations
5) Privacy

Think for a moment about “engaging patients.” This is a huge opportunity to step back and think about the improved ”Patient Experience“ experience as an outcome, positively affect providers and patient perception. What is your Patient Engagement Strategy?

With 2011, January opens the premium subsidized Medicare / Medicaid reimbursement. How are you maximizing beyond EMR?

HealthIT HHS Gov “Meaningful Use” documentation: Meaningful Use http://ow.ly/61n4N