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    Unlocking the Full Potential of Your EHR: Why Optimization Pays Off

    Unlocking the Full Potential of Your EHR: Why Optimization Pays Off

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    5 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Mar 8, 2024

    Large implementations can be overwhelming, and often organizations run out of steam. Modern EHR platforms are like living, breathing entities that require care and feeding to keep an organization...

    How to Determine When It’s Time to Optimize Your Epic EHR

    How to Determine When It’s Time to Optimize Your Epic EHR

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    2 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Feb 2, 2024

    Committed to supporting an Epic EHR that satisfies patients and providers, but not sure where to start? It’s a common situation complicated by variables ranging from the service offerings of your...

    Elevate Efficiency: Epic Reporting Processes Optimization

    Elevate Efficiency: Epic Reporting Processes Optimization

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    2 minute read
    By Lyndsay Schuering
    on Dec 1, 2023

    Analytics touch every application within your system, working in parallel with your workflows. A strong analytics program integrates reporting content directly into users’ day-to-day activities,...

    For Epic Implementations the Right Project Manager is Crucial

    For Epic Implementations the Right Project Manager is Crucial

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    3 minute read
    By Melissa Alfiero
    on Oct 13, 2023

    Have you ever wondered what makes some Epic implementations run so smoothly while others feel like an endless string of challenges? One explanation lies in the understanding that managing an Epic...

    The Next Big Thing for Healthcare IT Service Desks – Support with Clinical Context

    The Next Big Thing for Healthcare IT Service Desks – Support with Clinical Context

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    3 minute read
    By Chris Wickersham
    on Sep 8, 2023

    For IT service desks in healthcare, adding new value to their organizations involves much more than a tool decision. It's time for today’s healthcare IT (HIT) service desks to offer what traditional...

    Epic Services
    Questions for Key Stages of Your Epic System Journey

    Questions for Key Stages of Your Epic System Journey

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    2 minute read
    By Stephanie Murray
    on Jul 28, 2023

    Setting a strategy to realize thefull potential of your IT team and Epic platform takes time, attention, and experience. Our CereCore team has worked with clients onsolution and acquisition...

    CIO on Innovation and Mobile Adoption:

    CIO on Innovation and Mobile Adoption: "Keep Your Eye on Operations"

    By CereCore
    on Jul 14, 2023

    Innovation is a top priority for CIOs. Given the importance of trust and adoption to the success of any innovative effort, CIOs must also prioritize sound operations and relationships built on trust....

    Epic Advisory Services: An Acquisition and Install Story

    Epic Advisory Services: An Acquisition and Install Story

    By CereCore
    on Jun 15, 2023

    Moving from MEDITECH to Epic

    One Hospital System’s Formula for Navigating the Unknown

    The ClientPrivate, nonprofit hospital system being acquired by another hospital system.

    The FacilityThe...

    Big Healthcare IT Transitions Deliver ROI and Physician Satisfaction

    Big Healthcare IT Transitions Deliver ROI and Physician Satisfaction

    By CereCore
    on May 12, 2023

    Everything we do in healthcare IT has a direct correlation to patient care, especially large IT investments like EMR implementations and day-to-day operations such as the IT help desk. On The...

    Creative Staffing Coordination for Budget Friendly Epic Implementations

    Creative Staffing Coordination for Budget Friendly Epic Implementations

    By CereCore
    on May 12, 2023

    A Support Staffing Budgeting Story 

    A Clinical Service Desk for Epic Users: Emphasis on Clinical

    A Clinical Service Desk for Epic Users: Emphasis on Clinical

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    7 minute read
    By Chris Wickersham, Stephanie Murray
    on Apr 28, 2023

    Not all Epic clinical service desks are created the same. At CereCore, our Epic help desk is focused on providing well-informed Level 1 agents backed by experts with decades of clinical expertise....

    Fast Tracking Epic Integration for a New Pediatric Facility

    Fast Tracking Epic Integration for a New Pediatric Facility

    By CereCore
    on Mar 14, 2023

    An Epic Implementation Story: Fast Tracking Epic Integration for a New Pediatric Facility

    Epic Go-Live Planning: Keys to Successful HOD Implementation

    Epic Go-Live Planning: Keys to Successful HOD Implementation

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    4 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Mar 3, 2023

    Hospital Outpatient Departments (HODs) are often a pain point in an otherwise excellent EHR go-live. They all seem to have unique workflows. Each department may have a different way that they like to...

    Epic Go-Live Planning: 4 Steps for Successful At-the-Elbow Support

    Epic Go-Live Planning: 4 Steps for Successful At-the-Elbow Support

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    3 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Dec 16, 2022

    Ever been frustrated with the computerized voice when trying to get help? Some troubleshooting situations are best handled person to person. This is especially true for busy healthcare teams going...

    Achieving Epic Gold Star Levels: The Journey from an Analyst’s Perspective

    Achieving Epic Gold Star Levels: The Journey from an Analyst’s Perspective

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    3 minute read
    By Julie Lamasters
    on Oct 28, 2022

    The Epic Gold Stars program is a 10-level program to encourage continuous improvement of clinical and financial outcomes, and it outlines specific features for healthcare organizations to focus on...

    Epic Transition and Go-Live Planning: Cutover Essentials

    Epic Transition and Go-Live Planning: Cutover Essentials

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    3 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Sep 9, 2022

    I have consulted with several healthcare organizations as they navigate big changes: transitioning from one EHR platform to another, merging or partnering with other hospitals to expand their health...

    Getting Provider Billing Right: EHR Workflow and Optimization Tips

    Getting Provider Billing Right: EHR Workflow and Optimization Tips

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    4 minute read
    By Dawn Osborn, MHS, RHIA, CPC, MT
    on Jul 22, 2022

    Assuring that the correct provider charges are billed can be extremely challenging - despite last year’s updates to the Evaluation and Management coding criteria. Recent studies indicate that the...

    Epic Hyperdrive: How You Can Prepare for the Transition

    Epic Hyperdrive: How You Can Prepare for the Transition

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    2 minute read
    By Tabitha Lonardelli
    on Jun 17, 2022

    Have you started preparing for the transition from Epic Hyperspace to Epic Hyperdrive? As you begin your journey, you may be wondering how you should begin, who should be involved, which vendors are...

    Healthcare M&A: Why Clinical Operational Readiness Matters

    Healthcare M&A: Why Clinical Operational Readiness Matters

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    3 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on May 13, 2022

    The number of mergers and acquisitions in healthcare has been increasing. M&A activities almost always involve changes in technology, EMRs, and/or workflows. Are there implications to clinical...

    Four Ways to Support Patient Safety Through Healthcare Technology and Communication

    Four Ways to Support Patient Safety Through Healthcare Technology and Communication

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    3 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Mar 18, 2022

    Making sure the right clinical staff receive test results on time, documenting medication information, taking advantage of alerts and alarms – here are just a few examples of communications...

    EHR Change Management Tips That Help Overcome Reluctance

    EHR Change Management Tips That Help Overcome Reluctance

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    5 minute read
    By Kristin Cox
    on Mar 11, 2022

    The reasons for implementing changes to your EHR can vary from the need for new workflows, improving existing workflows and processes, regulatory requirements, or introducing new technology. So how...

    Epic Rover® App: Practical Ways to Help Clinicians On-The-Go

    Epic Rover® App: Practical Ways to Help Clinicians On-The-Go

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    2 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Jan 21, 2022

    Most organizations are investigating ways to help their clinicians spend more time at the bedside yet still document and gather needed information. However, workstations are not always conveniently...

    ICYMI: Most Read Posts for Epic EHR Optimization
    From EHR to Health IT Operations: 10 Ways to Lower Costs and Save Time

    From EHR to Health IT Operations: 10 Ways to Lower Costs and Save Time

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    4 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Dec 3, 2021

    Looking to streamline healthcare IT operations or costsNeed tried and true tactics to save time for clinicians and IT teamsAs you develop strategic plans to support patient engagement, improve...

    5 Ways to Use Epic Flowsheet SmartForms™ to Capture Regulatory Data

    5 Ways to Use Epic Flowsheet SmartForms™ to Capture Regulatory Data

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    2 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Sep 20, 2021

    How successful are you capturing regulatory data in Epic® via clinical documentation workflows?

    3 Practical Principles for Managing Data from Different EMRs

    3 Practical Principles for Managing Data from Different EMRs

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    3 minute read
    By Stephanie Murray
    on Aug 6, 2021

    Many health systems have one main EMR used as the source of truth for patient data. However, in today’s merger and acquisition environment, organizations must be prepared to combine data from...

    Epic Hyperspace Printing Tips that Reduce Cost and Maintenance

    Epic Hyperspace Printing Tips that Reduce Cost and Maintenance

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    2 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Jun 4, 2021

    Save time and money by setting up Epic Hyperspace Local Printing/Virtual Local Printing (HLP/VLP)

    Want to save time and money at your Epic facility? How you set up your printers is a way to help...

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    Epic Appointment Reminders: 4 Tips to Standardize Patient Notifications

    Epic Appointment Reminders: 4 Tips to Standardize Patient Notifications

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    3 minute read
    By Katrina Williams
    on May 17, 2021

    Many of us struggle keeping up with our busy schedules and remembering all the important details of our daily to-dos. It’s even more challenging when you are the person keeping track of family member...

    Improving Epic In Basket Efficiency – Hot Tips to Cool Provider Frustration

    Improving Epic In Basket Efficiency – Hot Tips to Cool Provider Frustration

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    2 minute read
    By Erica Perez
    on Apr 9, 2021

    Do you know a healthcare provider that can tell you exactly how many clicks a specific workflow takes them to complete, or how many minutes they spend repetitively completing the same EHR...

    Epic MyChart
    Epic Testing: Tips for Taking Testing Virtual

    Epic Testing: Tips for Taking Testing Virtual

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    4 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Feb 19, 2021

    Epic upgrades, integrations, and new implementations are still necessary despite travel restrictions being in place long after anyone expected. Case in point is new units or new clinics created to...

    End of Year Checklist for EHRs
    The Longer-Term Impacts of COVID on the EHR

    The Longer-Term Impacts of COVID on the EHR

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    3 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Aug 24, 2020

    EHR is the core of every healthcare organization today. Many aren't aware of all the changes that were required to the EHR to enable the COVID-19 response. Many EHR consulting teams, vendors, and...

    Provisioning Epic or MEDITECH Ambulatory EHR to Affiliated Clinics

    Provisioning Epic or MEDITECH Ambulatory EHR to Affiliated Clinics

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    3 minute read
    By Bob Gronberg
    on Jul 10, 2020

    There are distinct advantages to adding affiliated or independent clinics to your existing Ambulatory EHR solution. The provider can utilize the full functionality of the Ambulatory EHR system, with...

    Supporting Epic Clinical Users During Staffing Mobilization

    Supporting Epic Clinical Users During Staffing Mobilization

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    2 minute read
    By Kerry Barker, RN BSN
    on Jun 19, 2020

    During the height of the COVID-19 crisis, healthcare facilities have had no choice but to cut regularly scheduled procedures and surgeries. This meant cutting staff hours. As our country's facilities...

    A New Approach to Clinical Care Classification in Epic

    A New Approach to Clinical Care Classification in Epic

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    1 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Sep 25, 2019

    If you have been dinged by The Joint Commission for not providing easy individualization of Care Plans, your Care Plan workflow is cumbersome and not clearly linked to other documentation, or maybe...

    10 Key Steps for Simplifying Orders in Epic

    10 Key Steps for Simplifying Orders in Epic

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    2 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Jul 3, 2019

    Many Epic clients, especially those who have been live for some time, suffer from extreme levels of order clutter. Their bloated order sets are filled with the outcomes of any number of requests over...

    How to Leverage Epic to Reduce Length of Stay

    How to Leverage Epic to Reduce Length of Stay

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    1 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Jun 14, 2019

    Moving patients through their hospital stay safely and efficiently is paramount to their care, satisfaction, and cost containment. Many factors contribute to a hospital’s ability to manage their...

    Epic Referrals: Schedule More and Lose Less

    Epic Referrals: Schedule More and Lose Less

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    1 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Mar 1, 2019

    There are two important factors in achieving your organization’s revenue goals. First, increase the number of referrals that stay in-house. Second, provide Referral Coordinators with the tools and...

    Are Your BestPractice Advisories Useful or Are They Being Ignored?

    Are Your BestPractice Advisories Useful or Are They Being Ignored?

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    1 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Oct 29, 2018

    BestPractice Advisories (BPAs) can be extremely effective at alerting clinicians of potential negative consequences when configured correctly. BPAs should display a clear message to the appropriate...

    Are You Prepared for an Epic Foundation System Refuel Project?

    Are You Prepared for an Epic Foundation System Refuel Project?

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    1 minute read
    By CereCore
    on Oct 8, 2018

    A Foundation System Refuel project can be a long, complex process that often puts additional pressure on an already strained support team. It’s especially arduous if it's been a while since your Epic...

    Epic Quarterly Release Schedule: 3 Things You Need to Know

    Epic Quarterly Release Schedule: 3 Things You Need to Know

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    2 minute read
    By CereCore
    on May 22, 2018

    Epic has educated customers over the past year on the positive changes occurring with their move to quarterly from large upgrades after the February release of version 2018 (v2018). Epic will begin...

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