Slide Presentation from the AHRQ 2007 Annual Conference

Using Technology to Improve Systems of care

• Whole patient view for planned care:
• all pertinent information in one place (all providers over time)
• Our software has a long way to go.
  • NG EMR beginning to create denser displays in upgrades
    • EHR Templates -Standard office visit templates have been improved to include more information on one scroll down template (less clicks) including allergies, HCM, vitals, labs, chronic condition list, assessment, plan, medication, nursing orders, pt education
  • NG Chronic disease management flow charts need customization for Indian clinic indicators
    • must be constructed to automatically update lab, pharmacy, vitals etc.
  • WE HAVE A LONG WAY TO GO Rural Indian QI/ChronicDM/HIT: ->CVD, COPD, Asthma, Behavioral Health-Depression, Dental