While Epic has become synonymous with health information technology and electronic health records, the software doesn’t limit its offerings to tools that are only useful in medical environments. In fact, Epic recently unveiled Epic as a Service (EaaS), which could be just what your business needs to stay competitive in today’s digital economy.
More than 85 percent of providers are using Epic
There are some amazing benefits of using Epic as a service for your EHR. Here are five reasons why you should consider moving from on-premise (or hosted) to managed hosting By implementing Epic as a service for your EHR, you get all of these advantages at once: convenience, scalability, cost savings and better care. This post will explain how it works!
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Reasons you should switch from your current EHR system
In today’s healthcare industry, switching vendors is typically viewed negatively. Even when there are legitimate problems with current technology, many healthcare professionals stick with their service because they have invested so much time and energy into customizing it over time. It can be tempting to avoid looking at new systems altogether. But in reality, doing so just means you’re missing out on great new opportunities—and some pretty serious drawbacks. If you’re unhappy with your current system, here are three reasons why now might be a good time to consider switching: 1. Higher-quality data leads to better patient care – Most providers would agree that one of their top priorities is providing patients with high-quality care. And providing high-quality care begins with quality data. With an EHR system from Epic, you can rest assured that your data will always be of the highest quality possible—because we’ve built our reputation on it!
What is Epic?
Epic is an electronic health record (EHR) system that records and stores information on patients, such as their medical history, appointments, and more. Because it’s so detailed, it can be easy to misplace records when you move them from one computer or practice to another. It can also be time-consuming and frustrating figuring out how all of your software work together. To save time and effort, consider switching to an Epic service. Here are five reasons why you should use Epic as a service for your EHR: 1. You don’t have to worry about backups: If your hard drive crashes, you don’t have to worry about losing data because it will be stored in secure servers with redundant systems in place. If there is ever a problem with your server, you won’t even know because they take care of everything behind the scenes! This means less downtime and more efficiency—which means saving money! 2. You don’t have to worry about hardware compatibility: When you switch to an Epic service, you don’t need to buy new computers; everything will run seamlessly through a cloud-based system. All that matters is having reliable internet access at your office—even if it’s just a small clinic! 3. You don’t have to worry about upgrading your software: In addition to not needing new computers, you won’t need to spend money updating your software either. As technology changes over time, Epic updates its own software automatically so that you always have up-to-date technology without any extra costs involved. 4. You get 24/7 support: The best part about using an Epic service is that whenever you need help or assistance with anything related to your EHR, someone will be available 24/7! They’ll provide remote support, troubleshooting tips, and much more. 5. You get unlimited storage space: One of the biggest benefits of using an Epic service is that you never have to worry about running out of storage space. They offer unlimited storage capacity so that you never have to delete old files or make room for new ones!
ICD 10 support
Does your hospital or health system still use ICD-9 coding? If so, it’s time to move on. In 2017, hospitals will start using ICD-10 coding—and in order to do that effectively, you need a whole new set of software. Consider switching over from your current EHR vendor and implementing Epic as a service; not only does it handle HIPAA compliance, but you can implement either through an installation (for users who are trained) or using SAML for your end users. For example, if you’re already using Citrix and Microsoft Windows Server at your facility, deploying a full-service solution with AWS is much easier than setting up standalone hardware. And did we mention its cloud deployment options give you more flexibility than other vendors? With its web interface, real-time alerts about missing data fields, integration with labs and imaging systems, and robust analytics tools built right into its feature set, why wouldn’t you choose Epic as a service for your EHR needs?
Epic vs Cerner, McKesson, Allscripts and eClinicalWorks
So, you’re trying to choose between five major electronic health record (EHR) platforms—Epic, Cerner, McKesson, Allscripts and eClinicalWorks. Each platform has its own strengths and weaknesses—not to mention its own set of loyal users. The decision isn’t easy: these vendors are all huge; they have deep pockets and are not in any rush to make big changes or upset their clientele. Plus, since each system is proprietary, switching systems means switching everything over from one platform to another. It’s no small feat. But if you want to be on top of your game, it may be time to look into going with an Epic-as-a-service model. Why? Here are five reasons why it might be right for your practice: Write a professional book review based off the following description: The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley Ph.D. and William Danko Ph.D., JD., was published in 1996 by Longstreet Press, Inc.. The book provides a glimpse into how average Americans become millionaires through frugality and saving money instead of spending money frivolously.
Conclusion
More and more providers are finding that, when it comes to their electronic health records (EHR), it’s nice if you have one, but not critical. In fact, according to a survey published by FierceEMR in 2014 , 32% of providers indicated they could function without an EHR system. Considering that just 6 years earlier more than 80% of hospitals claimed that having an EHR was vital—that’s quite a sea change. What does it mean? It means that instead of spending millions on new systems, many healthcare organizations are opting to hire a cloud-based service like Epic as a Service . This is especially true for smaller clinics or medical practices who don’t need all of the bells and whistles offered by traditional EHR systems. For example, with an on-site implementation, you can expect your staff to spend up to 30 hours per week on data entry alone; with Epic as a Service , there is no data entry at all! With a SAAS solution, you can be up and running within days. So, how do you know which is right for your organization?