There are many elements to consider when selecting or implementing HIT. Here are some links to helpful tools and resources.

 

Educational resources

The AMA offers products that provide guidance for the physician practice that has made the decision to move from paper based records to electronic health records.

Self-assessment and planning

Explore these links for readiness assessments, resources for redesigning your practice's workflow, and some basic guidelines for HIT implementation.

Financing and ROI

Here are some ways to think about the benefits and financial returns of investing in an EMR, as well as worksheets for calculating your ROI.

Models and diagrams

Here are some helpful models and diagrams for vendor contracting, patient communication, workflow redesign and exam room set-up.

Checklists

Checklists and worksheets can help you make sure you've covered all your bases throughout this complicated process.

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