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The overlooked benefits of medical scribes

It’s a given that using medical scribes will reduce data-entry time for physicians.

Sustainability
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62 clicks to order Tylenol? What happens when EHR tweaks go bad

EHR usability takes a hit when hospitals tinker to get a custom fit. They may also may be putting patients at risk and needlessly adding to physician frustration.

Digital
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14 ways to put your EHR to the test on usability, safety

A new report lays out 14 test case scenarios to help physicians ensure their EHR works as intended and encourages them to create their own test cases, too.

Digital
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Sept. 6, 2018: National Advocacy Update

EHR quality metrics, federal background checks for firearms and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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Cutting keystrokes with team approach, EHR tweaks

AMA member Michael Metry, MD, has led changes at this Georgia ICU to ease click fatigue and add face-to-face patient time.

Scope of Practice
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Study finds need for performance standards for EHR usability, safety

A novel new study provides compelling evidence that the design, development and implementation of these systems need to be improved.

Press Releases
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4 ways physicians can help advance precision medicine research

Physicians are key partners in the National Institute of Health’s All of Us Research Program. Find out how you can get involved.

Population Health
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Precision medicine should have its place in new pay models

The tailored approach to delivering care should be incorporated into alternative payment models, the AMA House of Delegates says.

Population Health
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Medical students, residents need better training in EHR use

Renewed focus is needed to increase EHR efficiency and fluency among medical students and residents.

ChangeMedEd Initiative