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www.HealthcareITNews.com -e ttlIllSS° Insider GOLD May 2008 ° Healthcare IT News 23 New CPHIMS exam study tools now available I n conjunction 'with its updated Certified Professional in Healthcarc Information and Management Systems (CPHlivfS) WELCOME Alphu Systums N[W ~ORrORAH Highmurk Inc. M[M8[R~ exam, HIMSS has developed three updated study companions to maximize candidates' exam preparation and optimize exam success. AJI three updated tools were developed using the content outline for the new CPHIMS exam-set to unveil June 1, reflecting current professional practice and incorporating a global healthcare IT perspective. Preparing for Success in Healthcare Information and Management Systems The CPHIMS Review CD ROM This CD ROM, in a structured yet selfpaced muJtimedia format, utilizes a PowerPoint program with audio support and printable handouts. Sample multiple choice questions at the end of each module help to monitor learning. Preparing for Success in Healthcare Information and Management Systems The CPHIMS Review Guide This textbook is the perfect study parmer. CPHIMS candidates can challenge themselves with sample multiple-choice questions (different from the new CDROM) for each chapter. A glossary of acronyms is also included. 1n addition to serving as valuable study tools, thc CD and textbook are invaluable for those wanting the most current and comprehensive overview in healthcare information and management systems today, Candidates can choose either the multimedia or textbook format to meet their lcarning nceds. The CPHIMS Self-Assessment Exam {SAE} This invaluable online tool helps simulate the CPH IMS Exam in format and content and offers useful feedback to future test-takers. A rationale for correct and incorrect responses and feedback reports identify test takers' strengths and improvement areas. CPHIMS candidates can purchase the SAE by credit card at www;himss.org/ASP/SAE. Content in these study companions reflects the topic areas candidates are tested on within the new exam: General Healthcare and Technology Environments; Systems Analysis; Design; Selection, Implementation, Support and Maintenance; Testing and Evaluation; and Privacy and Security; and In 1975, Alpha Systems was founded on the key principles of providing outstanding service grounded in integrity, responsiveness, quality and security. Longterm business relationships are the hallmark of Alpha Systems. both with its people and clients. Highmark's mission is 10 be the leading customer focused health and wellness company addressing the healthcare needs of individuals, while maintaining the company's financial strength. www.highmark.com Mut,ix Technologies Matrix is founded on one thing: taking good care of its customers. Everything else-from its consultative sales approach 10 its leading·edge solutions from the industry's top manufacturers-stems from that principle. www.alpha-sys.com CulOptimu CalOptima is an integrated healthcare system that administers health insurance programs for children. low income families and persons with disabilities in Orange County. www.matrixusa.nel Recondo Technology Recondo Technology develops software that brings efficiencies and cost savings to healthcare payment processing. which currently costs the medical industry a staggering $300 billion in annual expense. www.caloptima.org OeJu'nene Resuurch Systems Dejarnette is committed 10 providing digital technology that will revolutionize the practice of radiology and the practice of radiology's client departments and physicians in the millennium. www.recondolech.com To learn more about the benefits of corporate membership, visit www.himss.org or contact HIMSS Senior Director of Business Development Kelty Laidler at klaidler@himss.org or 312-915-9285. www.dejamene.com Administration Leadership and Management. For more informacion on the CPHIMS program, the CPHIMS Candidate Handbook is available for download at www.himss.otg/getcertified or bye-mailing certification@himss.org. The CPHIMS Study tools can be purchased online at www.himss.otg/score or by calling 312664-4467. • CarePages: largest Online Community of Caring Embraces Whole Patient Experience People Helping Other People with the Emotional Challenges of Healthcare years ago, Eric and Sharon Langshur learned first~hand how utgendy people need each other in times of health crises. Their son Matthew was born in 1998 without a left ventricle in his heart and needed surgery. As the new parents kept a vigil at their newborn's side, friends and family back home in Canada and throughout the United States embraced the Langshurs in a profound connection of caring and support through a "CarePage," set up by Sharon's brother. During the first 18 months of Matthew's life, the online commu· nity became a lifeline for the young parents who needed to be present for Matthew. They relied on the Web site to keep others informed about Matthew's three open heart surgeries. At the same time, an outpouring of 2,000 wellwishes a day gave Eric and Sharon the support and strength to carry through. "That support was invaluable," tecalls Eric. "We knew we had to share CarePages with others who faced medical challenges so dlat they too could feel the uplifting outpouring of sup~n port and encouragement that we were forru· nate to experience." That is exactly what they did. Today, CarePages.com connects over 3 million people in 190 countries, who have sent more than 5 million messages of support to those facing a healthcare challenge, making it the largest online community of people helping each other cope with a medical situation. .1. CarePages is revolutionizing healthcare for patients and hospitals. Nearly 700 healthcare facilities across the United States and Canada also offer enhanced, customized and private versions of CarePages as an extension of their patient services. These include such renowned healthcare providers as the UCLA HospiltJls, Massachusetts General Hospital and M'!yo Clinic. Care Pages has proven to improve the l&ePages'· Weonnee,. sh e.re. patient experience, increase referrals, save staff time and build deeper connections between consumers and their healthcare providers. To learn more, please visit www:CarePages.com.• The Problem is Free Text and Data Management. The Solution is L&C. AsiaPac08: Exploring optimal tlse of healthcare IT and management systems The HIMSS AsiaPac08 Conference and Exhibition, May 20-23 in Hong Kong, provides needs-based solutions for the optimal use of healthcare IT and management systems. Held in association with CHIK Services, this unique event gathers the best minds from healthcare, government and IT. leading health information and communication technology experts from Asia and beyond connect within a platform of education sessions, vendor demonstrations, unlimited networking opportunities and inten· sive knowledge exchange. Highlights of AsiaPac08 will be featured in the next issue of the HIMSS Insider.• language and Computing • • • • Map medical vocabularies Automate coding and reimbursement Streamline patient data processes Improve patient safety and decision support Language and Computing's solutions combine the most advanced Natural Language Processing technology with the largest biomedical knowledge base of any other NLP vendor in healthcare. 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