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42 The HIMSS Insider s October 2008 www.himss.org 6th Annual HIMSS Public Policy Forum delves into new political landscape T he 6th Annual HIMSS Public Policy Forum, Oct. 28 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, will delve into "Health IT Priorities in the New Political Landscape.” Keynote speakers Tevi David Tevi Troy Troy, PhD, deputy secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Roll Call Executive Editor vide the insider's view of the political landscape. Also, panelists from Capitol Hill, the federal government and industry will provide detailed analysis and Morton Kondracke information on healthcare reform, privacy and security, and clinicians and payment reform. On the presidential Morton Kondracke will pro- campaign side of affairs, attendees will hear directly from both camps. Confirmed speakers include Deb Mizeur, health policy advisory, Obama for America, and Jay Khosla, senior health policy advisor, McCain 2008. Launched in 2003 to focus on industrywide issues affecting senior-level corporate members of HIMSS, the Public Policy Forum is an invitation-only complimentary member benefit reserved for HIMSS Diamond and Platinum corporate members and invited guests. Registration is available at www.himss.org/advocacy. The Public Policy Forum has been approved by HIMSS for up to 7.0 contact hours of continuing-education credit toward renewal of the CPHIMS credential. For more information, contact HIMSS Senior Director of Federal Affairs Tom Leary at tleary@himss.org or HIMSS Manager of Federal Affairs Jonathan French at jfrench@himss.org. s DAVIES [continued from page 39] Ambulatory the practice had been using a computerized scheduling, billing and collections system. Its EHR system has improved patient care by reducing delays in reviewing labs and radiology reports and making clinical information accessible to providers on nights and weekends. • Oklahoma Arthritis Center–Located near Oklahoma City, the center treats patients with arthritis and related conditions such as lupus and osteoporosis. The center supports a “single patient, single record” concept as the best option for patients' health. A goal of its EHR implementation: to prepare for the future integration of a National Health Information Network. CCP has 21 office locations, extending over four counties in southeastern Pennsylvania, and is the second largest cardiology practice in the country. The practice anticipated many benefits from implementing an EHR system, including improving patient care, reducing filing and transcription costs, reducing malpractice exposure and costs and analyzing individual and group practice patterns. • Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia– • Palm Beach (Fla.) Obstetrics and Gynecology PA–Serving a predominantly suburban region, Community Health Organization its primary care clinics, dental clinics, pharmacies and wellness centers, WRRHC treats a diverse patient population in rural Arkansas. Services include education and prevention programs. Striving to offer a “Total Care” system, WRRHC implemented an EHR; patient information is now integrated across 20-plus sites, resulting in greater continuity of care. • White River Rural Health Center–Through Comprised of three clinics in central Washington, CBHA provides many services including medical, dental, vision, lab, maternity and behavioral health. A majority of CBHA's patients are migrant/seasonal workers, uninsured and well below the federal poverty level. Implementing an EHR has supported CBHA's philosophy of “If you can measure it, you can manage it!.” • Columbia Basin Health Association– NYCHP provides primary care services to homeless, medically underserved and severely disadvantaged children and families. Healthcare teams deliver care throughout NYC via custom-designed mobile medical units and at on-site shelter clinics, and an EHR is tailored to meet the specific needs of its unique patient population. • New York Children's Health Project– • Community Health Access Network– DAVIES [continued on page 43] http://www.himss.org http://www.himss.org/bookstore http://www.himss.org/davies http://www.himss.org/bookstore http://www.himss.org/statedashboard http://www.himss.org/statedashboard http://www.himss.org http://www.himss.org

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