Measure twice, cut once. As hospitals look to qualify for HITECH incentives, proving meaningful use means setting up tools for measurement, now.
* Hospitals should not wait for meaningful use to be defined before beginning assessments. * Vendors are one place to turn for assessment assistance. * Anticipate a shortage of trained consultants in this area in the near future. * Outcomes should be measuring process, not just quality. * ClOs may be held accountable for losing HITECH money if they don't plan appropriately.
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