This article examines some of the important features of a patient portal and the security features necessary to protect patient information. It also reviews what meaningful use criteria is as it is set forth by CMS.
According to the CDC, each year between 5 percent and 20 percent of the U.S. population will contract the flu and many patients will seek medical care in ambulatory health care settings. Although health care-associated flu infections can occur in any healthcare setting where patients are seeking care, these patients commonly show up in physician practices where the flu is also circulating in the community. (Requires registration for free account)
Dr. Shapiro’s concerns are supported by an abundance of data concerning medication risks. As the mainstay therapy of modern medicine, medication errors represent the most common type of patient safety error: the average hospitalized patient is subject to at least one medication error per day.
It is important to consider implementing a culture of patient safety at your health care organization – whether it is large or small, a hospital, large group practice, or other type medical facility. There’s a lot leaders can do to support and foster this transformation.