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Happy New Year 2012

2012-01-01T12:00:00.000+07:00

Happy New Year 2012

With the clock striking 12 o'clock on the 31st December you start expressing you joy and happiness to welcome New Year. You convey New Year wishes not only to your loved ones but to every person to meet on this eve. Make your New Year wishing in unique way by sending quotes, proverbs and poems to all your near and dear ones.

Tutorial : Bagaimana Cara Mendapatkan Free passwords

2011-12-31T22:17:00.000+07:00

Step 1 : Buka Google.com (http://www.google.com)
Step 2 : Pada menu pencarian silahkan masukan code :
Code:
Http://*:*@www.sitename.com
Rubah sitename.com dengan site yang ingin anda cari.
Misalnya kamu ingin mendapatkan passwords di site allinternal.com

For: Code:
http://www.allinternal.com/members/
Masukan kata kunci di google sbb :
Code:
Http://*:*@www.allinternal.com/members/
Silahkan Praktekan dan lihat seberapa banyak Password yang anda dapatkan

PS : Jangan heran jika kalian menemukan not found / UserId & Pass sudah tidak terpakai.
ini dikarenakan userid tsb sudah di block.

gimana simple khan...

Panduan cara menggunakan Password & Proxies

2011-12-30T22:15:00.000+07:00

Jika kamu menemukan Link Seperti Berikut :

ttp://a25JYXKm:tXjQkDV3@www.ftvmembers.com/mt2941ct/updates.html (221.128.176.65:80)

Username Tersebut adalah : a25JYXKm
Password : tXjQkDV3

Dan Proxy Yang harus kita gunakan : 221.128.176.65:80.

Untuk mengakses Site dengan ketentuan diatas kita harus menggunakan Proxy untuk dapat Mem-by pass Hak Login sebagai username tersebut.
Karena ada beberapa di setiap site yang men-detect IP register Username tsb.
Untuk itu kita memerlukan IP yang tertera diatas.
Ini juga untuk menghindari Multiple IP.

Bagaimana Caranya Setup Proxy?

Buka Internet Explorer.

- Klik Tab "extras"
- "internet settings"
- Kemudian Tab "connections"
- Setelah Itu "lan settings"
- Pilih "proxy for lan"
Kemudian masukan IP & Tekan OK, dan kamu kini telah menggunakan Proxy tsb.

Untuk Mengetahui Proxy yang anda gunakan sudah benar atau belum
Setelah Mengaktifkan Proxy Diatas,Kamu bisa Mengecek IP via Site yang menyediakan layanan Detect IP :

salah satu contoh : hxxp://www.ip-adress.com/

CUkup buka Site tsb dan nanti kamu akan mengetahui IP yang tertera di browser tsb adalah IP kamu sekarang ini.
Jika masih belum berubah Berarti ada kesalahan dalam seting IP/Proxy.
atau Proxy Tsb Telah mati.dan Tidak bisa digunakan kembali.

Pass popular-maj.com

2011-12-29T22:13:00.000+07:00

Horeee, nemu juga akhirnya...
Silahken menuju ke TKP bos!!!
http://www.popular-maj.com

Username: haehideung
Password: budakhideung

LUAR BIASA ....!!! uang gratis dari Kumpul Blogger

2011-12-28T22:11:00.001+07:00

Adalah Jaringan Blogger Indonesia untuk mendapatkan alternatif penghasilan tambahan, dengan cara menyediakan spot/ruangan pada blognya sebagai tempat menyampaikan pesan komersial dari Advertiser
Beriklan melalui Jaringan KumpulBlogger.com sama saja dengan beriklan melalui beberapa Blog

KumpulBlogger.com adalah jaringan Blogger Indonesia untuk mendapatkan penghasilan tambahan dari Blog, Memiliki cara kerja yang disesuaikan dengan kondisi lokal.KumpulBlogger.com adalah eksekusi beberapa ide / teori yang pernah diungkapkan oleh beberapa blogger Indonesia dalam menanggapi fenomena beriklan melalui blog.

tiap blog punya karakternya sendiri, segmennya sendiri. blog yg cukup populer mungkn bisa dapet minimal 15.000 unique visit per month. Jauh dibanding FS ato Detik. Tapi saya takin yang lebih dari 15.000 unique visit ini lebih dari 150 blog. Seandainya mereka semua mau dan tidak keberatan tergabung dalam 1 jaringan dengan advertising dikelola oleh 1 pihak (misalnya), tentu jumlahnya nggak main2. Yang diperlukan adalah standar ukur dan rate placement yg berbeda utk rentang blog (entah gimana caranya nyusun ini spy fair di kalangan blogger).

Kutipan dari Pitra Satvika Pemilk Blog MediaIde Bajing Loncat dalam menanggapi postingan blog dari Blog Internet Marketing Indonesia milik Nukman Luthfie

Tidak ada konsep baru dari website KumpulBlogger.com ini, web site ini diolah dan diramu berdasarkan inspirasi dari Google Adsense, AdBrite, diskusi dari beberapa forum, mailing list dan Blog-blog berpengaruh di Indonesia

Tunggu apalgi, anda punya blog/web/friendster ? bukan jamannya lagi anda ngenet ngurangi duit tapi dapat duit, maka segera BERGABUNG, klik sini untuk MENDAFTAR

buat yg pake speedy

2011-12-27T22:10:00.001+07:00

langsung aja ah..lagi capek

buat yg pake speedy untuk segera merubah username dan password default na..karena kalo enggak..ntar ane yg rubah trus ane gonta ganti IP lan na..trus ane buat pppoe ke ane sendiri HeHe.

mo tau gimana caranya??

coba sendiri yaks?

dirumah (yg pake speedy) cek ip lewat
CODE : whatismyip.com

misalnya dapet 125.201.24.22

catet ye...

trus ke warnet,buka browser trus masukin IP tadi ..eng ing eng..muncul lah page login ke perangkat adsl na HeHe.gif masukin aja username ma passwordnya...dah bisa kan??kalo dah bisa..

sekarang donlot ipangry dimanakan?googling aja..gratisan kok...
trus masukin range na dari 125.201.24.1 - 125.201.24.255 dan...eng ing eng..muncul lah IP IP lain yg disebelahnya ada info telkom..bla bla bla...

nah trus cari yg alive alias warna ijo..kalo yg merah itu artinya lagi mati..
trus abis ntuh pilih target random aja..trus masukin di browser alamat target,misalnya dapet 125.201.24.177

nah..kalo yg gak di secure..akan muncul login page ke perangkat ADSL na..trus cobain masukin username ma password default na..kalo blom diganti ma yg punya..eng ing eng..dapet deh ntuh perangkat diutak atik...

emh..kebanyakan ne,username ma password default punya telkom ntuh
username : password
admin : admin
admin : password
admin : (blank/kosong)
(blank) : admin

gitu aja ah..ngasih bocorannya..emh..kalo solusinya dah pasti..ganti password nya aja..dan ada beberapa perangkat adsl yg menyertakan filter ip dan port untuk akses ke ntuh perangkat..

salam hangat.

facebook dan twitter sasaran empuk hacker di 2012

2011-12-26T22:07:00.001+07:00

Hati hati dalam bermain di dunia maya…

Situs jejaring social, seperti Facebook dan Twitter diperkirakan akan menghadapi peningkatan serangan hacker di tahun 2010, menurut pengamatan perusahaan keamanan web, McAfee. “Lonjakan jumlah aplikasi di Facebook dan layanan lainnya akan menjadi vector ideal untuk cybercriminal, yang akan mengambil keuntungan dari teman yang dipercaya untuk mengklik link yang justru akan mengancam user jika tidak hati-hati.” ungkap McAfee.

Dalam report berjudul 2010 Threat Predictions, McAfee juga mengungkapkan akan adanya peningkatan ancaman untuk keamanan perbankan dan kerawanan penggunaan botnet untuk menginfeksi computer dengan menyebarkan software berbahaya atau malware. McAfee mengungkapkan bahwa product Adobe, khususnya Acrobat Reader dan Flash, juga Microsoft Office akan menjadi ancaman di tiga tahun ke depan dan system operasi Chrome yang dirilis Google akan memberikan kesepatan hacker untuk mengelabui user. Hacker nantinya juga akan mencoba mengambil keuntungan dari layanan pendek URL, seperti bit.ly dan tinyurl.com

Situs PLN Kembali Jadi Situs Indonesia

2011-12-25T22:05:00.001+07:00

Situs milik Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) tadi malam sempat diacak-acak oleh para dedemit maya dengan segala macam atribut mirip kepunyaan negara Turki. Namun pagi ini, situs ini telah kembali normal dan berbahasa Indonesia lagi.

Menurut pantauan detikINET pagi ini, pukul 8.30 WIB, Rabu (7/4/2010), halaman depan situs PLN yang sempat dipermak (deface) sudah berganti rupa ke wujud aslinya.

Padahal, saat dipantau Rabu pukul 00.50 WIB, halaman depan situs yang beralamat di www.pln.co.id itu sempat dipermak dengan segala atribut berbau negara Turki.

Pada tampilan situs PLN tadi malam terdapat gambar seperti laiknya bendera Turki berwarna dasar merah. Ada lambang bulan sabit serta bintang di tengah-tengah bendera itu.

Dari bahasa yang digunakan, pelaku menuliskan kalimat-kalimatnya dalam bahasa Turki. Kalimat yang tertulis, antara lain berbunyi:

Soykirim Yapsaydik, Soyunuzu Birakmazdik. Kalimat itu kurang lebih mengandung pesan tentang pembunuhan besar-besaran atau genosida.

Namun kini, situs milik PT PLN (Persero) ini nampaknya telah kembali normal.
sumber :www.detikinet.com

Hacking Adalah Kreativitas Tanpa Komputer

2011-12-22T22:28:00.001+07:00

Banyak yang beranggapan bahwa seni meretas atau hacking identik dengan penggunaan komputer. Bagaimana tidak? Film-film bernuansa teknologi seperti The Social Network dan Hackers menunjukkan proses hacking yang selazimnya dilakukan para ahli dengan menggunakan komputer sebagai media meretas. Pendiri IDC Indonesia, Johar Alam Rangkuti, punya sudut pandang lain dalam melihat hacking.

Johar bercerita mengenai pertama kali dia mendapat inspirasi hacking, “Kisah hacking saya pertama adalah sekitar tahun 1977, saat pertama kali mendapatkan komputer Radio Shack TRS-80 Model 1. Tapi bukan dengan komputer itu saya melakukan hacking.”

Johar mengisahkan bahwa keingintahuannya terhadap komputer tersebut memancing dia untuk membaca majalah Creative Computing, media yang membawanya masuk ke alam komputasi dengan referensi teknis mendalam. “Itu adalah pertama kalinya saya memegang komputer. Saya tak tahu mau belajar dari mana, tidak ada yang bisa mengajarkan saya menggunakan itu. Maka saya cari cara untuk mempelajarinya.”

Johar bernostalgia, “Saya melihat ayah membayar tagihan restoran dengan kartu kredit. Di situ dia hanya menandatangani struk yang sudah ada nomor kartu kreditnya. Saya pikir, tidak mungkin provider kartu tersebut di luar sana melacak tanda tangan ayah saya. Maka saya memesan majalah tersebut dengan ‘mencuri’ nomor kartu kredit ayah dan memalsukan tanda tangannya. Sebulan kemudian majalah Creative Computing berdatangan ke rumah saya.”

Pria eksentrik yang menyebut dirinya sebagai “tukang internet” ini menambahkan, “Yang saya tekankan dari keberhasilan saya mendatangkan majalah tersebut bukan karena proses mencuri nomor kartu kredit, tapi dengan bagaimana Anda berkreasi terhadap apapun. Hacking itu murni kreativitas.”

Johar yang juga merupakan pendiri jaringan interkoneksi nasional IIX ini menyebut MacGyver sebagai ‘hacker’ favorit, “Orang itu gila. Dia bisa membuat apapun menjadi benda dengan fungsi yang sangat berbeda dari asalnya.” Hacking, baginya tidak selalu membutuhkan komputer sebagai media, namun seberapa jauh orang itu berkreasi atas sesuatu di sekitarnya.

Tapi tidak bisa disangkal, kemampuan hacking, seperti menerobos jaringan, membuat para hacker Indonesia juga sempat terlibat dalam perang dunia maya yang sifatnya besar dan Johar pun terlibat di dalamnya untuk menjadi salah satu ‘tentaranya’ tersebut. “Ada dua perang terbesar yang saya dan teman-teman internet di Indonesia alami. Pertama adalah perang melawan China pada tahun 1998 dan melawan orang-orang di Irlandia pada 1999.” Johar mengisahkan bahwa tak jarang isu politik merupakan latar belakang terjadinya perang di internet. “Berbagai jenis serangan seperti pelumpuhan jaringan sampai perusakan perangkat keras dari jauh terjadi saat itu.”

Walau terlibat di dalam perang dunia maya tersebut, Johar menekankan, “Hacking ‘kan murni kreativitas. Sesuatu yang merusak bagi saya tidak tergolong hacking.” SUMBER

Alamat Blogger Hack

2011-12-21T16:29:00.000+07:00

Daftar alamat blogger Hacker di seluruh dunia :

Unleash The Power of the Find Command

2011-12-20T22:33:00.000+07:00

Health Insurance Tips For When You Travel

2011-12-19T16:09:00.000+07:00

Do you ever think about your health insurance when you are traveling? You should! You need the protection of medical insurance even more when you travel than when you are at home! Whether you are traveling within your own general region or from one country to another, it is important to have your health insurance identification with you. If you should have a problem involving your health while you are traveling, medical professionals will need access to your health records as well as your health insurance information.

Many major health insurance companies have coverage that is accepted in most areas where you would be traveling. Whether you require a refill on your blood pressure medications while you are away from home or need to visit a doctor/s office for an allergy shot, the professionals helping you will need access to your health records as well as seeing your health insurance identification card.

Not only will it save the money you would have to spend for these medical needs, easy availability of this information will enable the doctor or pharmacist to help you quicker and more efficiently.

Since these medical professionals are not familiar with you personally, mistakes might be made that could cause serious complications for your health if they canâ€™t verify your medical conditions. Being able to contact your health insurance company and your primary care physician swiftly could save your life.

In some areas, health cards are available encoded with all of the patient medical records. These cards are no larger than a credit card. If you carry a card like this when you travel, medical professionals will be able to care for your medical needs much easier. Your health insurance information can be included also.

There has been a lot of discussion about having this information encoded on a chip that could be imbedded into your skin. If you were in an accident, for instance, your information would be immediately available.

Although this could be very helpful, it does cause concern regarding personal privacy rights of the individual. Another concern relates to the possible loss of personal freedom when a person allows this invasive procedure to be done for the sake of convenience.

Maybe it is better to just carry your health insurance providerâ€™s identification card with you when you travel.

If you have a chronic health issue such as diabetes, for example, you can carry information about your condition in your wallet. However, in the near future, the chip may be required for passports enabling you to travel to other countries. Keeping a card on you that lists vital medical information, including emergency contacts is a very good idea, though. Another option is to wear dog tags with your vital info on them. Dog tags can be worn around the neck, and are easily seen in case of an emergency.

Taking the extra time to take a few important documents with you when you travel can save tons of headaches and trouble later. It's not hard to make the necessary preparations, and as they say, a stitch in time saves nine!

By: Roberto Bell

How An Ehr Vendor Can Change Your Online Experience

2011-12-18T14:47:00.000+07:00

Who would have thought that even a decade ago that important services like finding electronic health records or an EHR vendor would move to the web. These days, more and more medical services are finding their way online and for good reason. The Internet has become a dynamic avenue full of information and knowledge that everyone can use. This information can even include health-related services and products like electronic medical records that can easily be viewed online.

When the web first took on wide adoption, the Internet was basically a web of static informational pages. Business websites typically only offered contact information, product lists, menus or other general information. In the past decade, the web started to gain momentum with a completely different type of website, which we now refer to as a dynamic website, or database driven website. One of the best ideas is being able to offer medical records on one of these dynamically driven sites.

This type of website makes services such as an EHR vendor possible. Instead of static content that is embedded, or hard coded into a website, dynamic sites can serve up content that is pulled from a database. This change provided entirely new possibilities and transformed how we now see and use the Internet. When it comes to medical applications, database driven sites can include electronic health records that compare various vendors, products and services. Having a vendor for electronic health records make the process of finding what you need a lot faster.

The best sites will allow you to compare the many vendors out there so that you have all the necessary information you need in one place on the web. This means you no longer have to continuously search on the multitude of pages that may come up in search results. Providing a one-stop shop to compare systems makes the process not only easier, but also faster, more efficient and very cost effective.

Have you ever heard of software-as-a-service? This type of service is software that is provided to you online. So what does that have to do with services like electronic health records? The evolution of the web from static websites to dynamic websites has provided a reliable way for services to be provided to users via the web. A web-based EHR vendor saves end users from having to install and manage complex software and also takes the headache away from worrying about software updates or even data security.

A reputable provider will house their data center within a secure building and have redundancies at all points of potential failure. If you’re looking at web-based health record services, it might be the right time to check it out, thanks to the new web. You can easily get up-to-date information such as doctors’ schedules, online charting systems and even e-prescribing. In this way, doctors can submit prescriptions to pharmacies over the web, which makes the process of selecting and using a great EHR vendor a lot easier not only for the doctors but also for the patients.

By: Sandy Winslow

What Are The Benefits Of Personal Electronic Health Records?

2011-12-17T02:46:00.000+07:00

An electronic application that allows patients to access and manage their health information with privacy, confidentiality and security is known as a personal electronic health record. The information gathered in this particular application is organized therefore making it easy for patients to make decisions in the process of health care.

There are a lot of electronic systems in the market today that offer special features that will allow patients to make appointments, set reminders for their upcoming appointments, read summaries of the consultation and messaging platform between doctor and patient. Any unnecessary appointments are avoided and any limitations regarding to geographical boundaries between doctor and patient are also overcome.

What exactly are the benefits of this particular system? One major benefits of such system is achieving control over their health records and easy manageability of the information where they can share it with other people especially with their loved one. There is also such thing as the provider’s electronic records, which is generally under the control and supervision of the patient’s health care provider.

In personal electronic health records, the information collected and encoded is relatively comprehensive. This has the specific summaries basing on data taken from various sources. Relevant information such as family history, medical history and medication history are also indicated in the system. Maintenance of the system will enable patients to review their health issues and provide hard evidence for any other issues that may arise.

Personal electronic health records, aside from tracking your health history, can also provide various other benefits such as relevant information pertaining to whatever situation you are in during the consult. This will act as your viable source of medical information and is useful during insurance claims or reimbursement claims.

Attached scanned health-related documents can also provide future benefits as well and all of these are being collected and tracked within personal electronic health records in order to empower patients to take control of their health and eventually their lives. Keeping all these scanned documents may save you from repeating one procedure after another because of the document present at hand and this will save you money as well.

By: James Guertin

How Your Doctor Can Help You With Acne

2011-12-16T00:10:00.001+07:00

What is Acne? Acne vulgaris or cystic acne is a very common skin disease affecting many young and middle-aged individuals. Acne vulgaris lesions include papules, pustules, nodules and comedones (black heads and white heads). Severe acne lesions are usually inflammatory however, acne also has noninflammatory presentations. Increased incidents of acne are often seen on areas of the body where there are numerous sebaceous glands: the face, the upper chest and the upper back. Acne can be seen in adults as well as teenagers however, there is often a peak in the number of acne incidents during the adolescent years due to the hormones that are constantly changing during the process of puberty.

What causes Acne? Acne blemishes do not happen over night. The process of acne lesion formation starts two to three weeks before the lesion becomes visible on the skin's surface. Acne begins in the pilosebaceous unit, which is the skin structure consisting of the hair follicle and sebaceous (or sweat) gland. Sex hormones (Androgens) send a signal to the sebaceous gland to start the secretion process of Sebum. Sebum is a natural oil that aids in maintaining the skins moisture and elasticity. Sebum, rich in essential lipids, also provides an excellent breeding ground for the acne causing bacteria, Propionibacterium acnes or (P. Acnes). As our skin continually rebuilds itself, new skin cells are pushed to the surface and the old cells die and are sloughed off. However, when there is an interruption in the normal skin rejuvenation process, the dead skin cells and natural oils may build up on the skins surface. If this process continues the pores become plugged. The anaerobic environment of the hair follicle that is plugged with a comedone provides a thriving breeding ground for bacteria (P.Acnes). The visible acne lesions seen on the surface of the skin is a result of excess oil and dead sin cells that have clogged the pore of the hair follicle. Underneath the comodone, the bacteria continues to grow, thus resulting in increased swelling and inflammation.

What is Acne Scaring? The term "scarring" refers to a process where the skin's cells can not repair the damaged parts of the skin, leading to permanent texture changes in the skin. There are 3 types of acne scarring: ice pick scarring, atrophic scarring, and hypertrophic scarring.

Treatment for Acne Scars. In the past, acne scarring has been considered to be permanent. But, with the latest research and newly developed technology noteable improvement can be seen even in some of the most severe cases of acne scaring. A combination treatment may be required to achieve the desired results. Treatment of acne scarring is usually considered an elective cosmetic procedure and in most cases will not be covered by your insurance. It is important that the acne is under control and the skin clear before you consider treating the scared areas. Otherwise, new scars form and the procedures are wasted. The most effective treatments for acne scarring are surgical, not medical. Acne scars show little improvement with the application of topical creams. Treatment options available for acne scaring include: Dermabrasion, Dermsanding, Acne Laser Treatment, Subcision, Punch Excision and Grafting, Dermal Fillers, Chemical Peels, and rarely Steroid Injections.

A Workflow Solution For Electronic Health Records To Improve Healthcare Delivery In Rural India

2011-12-15T17:44:00.000+07:00

Introduction

Use of Information Technology in Healthcare,especially Electronic Health Records (EHRs),can potentially improve healthcare. However,worldwide the usage of EHRs is limited and studies in developed countries like US have shown that electronic records systems have been slow to become part of the practices of the physicians. To gain insight into the functioning of the healthcare centers in rural India with respect to use of information technology and their fectiveness in healthcare delivery a survey was done.

This survey was undertaken in five taluks of Gadag district and six taluks of Bagalkot district to assess the ground realities in healthcare centers by evaluating various parameters that would influence the quality of healthcare delivery system in these districts. From the results of the survey it is evident that the quality of healthcare delivery in rural India can be improved by using information technology which will assist in apturing patient / medical records /. As there were no facilities to accurately track chronicle patients’ history, the quality of referrals and hence the quality of healthcare delivery suffered.

The investigation revealed that the operating efficiency of the healthcare centers could be improved by employing EHRs that suit the rural environment. As fully functional EHRs are very elaborate and cumbersome to use in the rural context and they do not incentivize the doctors to use them, an Employable Electronic Health Record (EEHR) that has basic functionality and adequate information for the purpose of rural patients been proposed. An EEHR Workflow Solution is proposed for effective and improved healthcare delivery.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

A questionnaire consisting of a set of 86 questions related to patient load, medical record formats, hospital infrastructure and staffing information was used for this assessment. Responses to the questionnaire were tabulated. The responses were used to depict the results and draw inferences. Healthcare facilities (HC) cater to an average of 70 patients per day. The variance in this number is significant with some interior HCs catering to less than 10 patients per day and more than 100 patients per day at the Taluk Level Hospitals. Quality of healthcare depends on the efficiency of the doctors as they have to attend to at least 35 patients on an average daily. Use of health information technologies like EHRs has the potential to improve.

PATIENT RECORDS

The Medical Records Department (MRD) stores files for an average of 5 years. Data recorded regarding patients information in the Medical Records (MR) includes Name, Age, Sex, DOB, Occupation, Diagnosis and Treatment. In some cases, additional information like allergies, and food habits were also recorded. 20 HCs reported that the hospital Pharmacist maintains the medical records. In some HCs there are no full time employees for maintaining the records. Most of the HCs spend a lot of efforts (time/money) on maintaining paper based patient records.

QUALITY OF CARE

Most HCs agreed that there are no facilities available to accurately chronicle a patients’ history. In fact, some HCs reported instances of patients treated with wrong medication procedure due to the want of chronicled patient history. Most patients had also had to wait for longer periods of time to receive either the treatment or diagnosis as they had to wait for their records, or diagnostic centers to extract data from ledgers.

PATIENT REFERRALS

Very few HCs (27 out of 83) reported having patients return to the same center for a completely different treatment. On an average, each HC refers 5-10 patients to other healthcare centers every month. Under different conditions of climate/endemics, this number may rise to 11-20 every month. Patients are referred from one HC to another predominantly (77%) by using paper documents and the rest are referred over telephone.

In case of paper documents the quality of information flow depended on the past history of the patient and the respondents agreed that accurate chronicle of patient history was not available in most of the cases. In both cases the quality of referral suffers that leads to repetition of the same treatment or ineffective treatment at the secondary Healthcare center. This reduces the quality of Healthcare and increases the cost of treatment.

IMPROVEMENT OF OPERATING EFFICIENCY BY USING EHRs

The study suggested that for improving quality of care, there is a need for

1. Keeping patient records that are available easily

2. Providing accurate information during patient referral to another healthcare facility

These two objectives can be achieved by employing Electronic Health Records systems.

ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS

An electronic health record (EHR) is a collection of data and information gathered or generated to record clinical care rendered to an individual. It is a comprehensive, structured set of clinical, demographic, environment, social and financial data and information in electronic form, documenting the health care given to an individual.

The primary purpose of an electronic health record is for the ongoing care of the patient (orclient). The EHR should incorporate all significant clinical and administrative information pertaining to a given patient, thereby rendering it sufficient to enable the attending clinician to provide effectivecontinuing care and to determine the patient’scondition at any given time. All activities that physicians perform with paper records should be capable of being carried out using electronic records. The EHR should also enable healthcare providers other than the attending clinician to review the patient and render his/her opinion or assume the patient’s care at any time.

Secondary purposes are research/historical, epidemiology/public health, statistics, education, peer review, utilization studies, quality assurance, legal ocument (used as evidence) and healthcare policy development The content of an EHR consists of administrative and clinical data. This content should be comprehensive and expressive thereby addressing all aspects of the healthcare process for all related disciplines and authorities. There should be no restrictions on the type of data that can be entered into the EHR.

Employable EHR

As the research is oriented towards Rural ndia, there is a need for using a simple and pragmatic EHR which excludes non-essential ata. This kind of simplification will aid in motivating people – doctors, technicians and atients - to use this EHR. The EHR so esigned is called an Employable EHR EEHR). The following sections provide etails on the Employable EHR.

The administrative content includes

1. Identification – Patient’s full name,Medical record number, Address, Mother’s maiden name

2. Lifestyle indicators – Education level,rofession, allergies, chronic illnesses,Marital status, Food type, smoking,alcohol

The clinical content includes

1. Complaints, Physical examination results

2. Drugs prescribed, inpatient history

3. lab reports: pathology / radiology / ECG /EEG / EMG

The following data is excluded which is normally expected in a typical EHR.

1. Next of kin/guardian

2. Financial data

3. Race

4. Cost indicators

5. Workloads of care providers

6. Productivity and performance of care

providers

7. Comparison with standards of care

8. Birth & Death related data

WebEHR system

The system designed to implement the usage of Employable EHR is called WebEHR.

The WebEHR system:

1. Allows for the storing all of the Administrative & Clinical Content, Patient visit information, Prescription report and

Inpatient & Discharge Information and reproduce them for formatted display or n paper form for study

2. Supports generation of statistical nformation for mining the general health onditions of public . Allows concurrent access from multiple ocations

WebEHR is capable of containing hronological information on:

1. Symptoms, complaints, healthcare requests as expressed by the patient

2. Type of events such as first visit for reatment, follow-up visit

3. Vital and common Health parameters such as: Weight, Blood Pressure, Temperature

4. Diagnosis, instructions and suggestions by reating Physician

5. Information that became available ncluding the source of such information or basis for such inference

6. Medicines prescribed by the Physician

7. Lab tests ordered by the Physician

8. Lab test results obtained from variousedical devices of a diagnostic center including reference values

9. Therapeutic interventions

10. In-patient treatment log of the patient

11. Patient’s own log of health diary

Health Kiosk

This kiosk (fig 1) will have a desktop computer with a printer connected that runs the WebEHR software.

The patient will be able to

• Register their name if it is first visit

• Take a printout of their record to the doctor.

• Doctor will examine the patient, diagnose and prescribe treatment.The doctor can also suggest for additional tests. This is done on the EHR printout of the patient.

• If additional tests are suggested the patient takes this prescription to the lab and brings the test reports back to the doctor. Doctor prescribes the treatment.

• On the receipt of the requisite diagnosis and prescribed treatment, the patient will bring back the record to the kiosk for updation of EHR.

This way the kiosk will be able to maintain the EHRs of all the patients in the rural areas. The advantage of this system is patients, doctors and other medical professionals need not know about computers and software and there is no hindrance for the EHR usage. The system provides connectivity between the

Healthcare Centers through a web-based interface. Automatic updating of the data and data storage will be facilitated by instantaneous entry of data from any given point. Subsequently, this system will provide the ability to use patient health records and statistical data for training and education of medical, paramedical, administrative personnel. This data/knowledge created will help in analysis of the health conditions for the particular demography that aids in planning for better healthcare delivery.

CONCLUSION

The benefits of implementing such a system are

• Healthcare awareness of patient increases

• Demographic information will be available for planning better healthcare delivery

• Addresses the issue of patient mobility as patient information is available for all healthcare centers as it is web enabled.

No need for centralized data that reduces the confidentiality risk.

By deploying such a kiosk in different healthcare centers in rural India, we can increase the usage of EHRs thereby increasing the efficiency of Healthcare Delivery and reduce the cost of healthcare. Currently the kiosk is operational in one of the healthcare centers in Karnataka. The initial response from

rural patients and doctors is encouraging.

By: Anant R Koppar

Chiropractic Office Software- For Enabling A Better And Efficient Working

2011-12-14T13:49:00.000+07:00

Chiropractic office software is very helpful in maintain the records without much efforts and with the help of chiropractic electronic health records software. With the help of the chiropractic office software tasks like filing, appointment schedule, insurance claim etc. can be done in a matter of minutes, rather than hours or days. The chiropractic electronic health records software enable the gathering of the health records of the individuals in a better way. The software has facilitated the working to a great extent and has made maintaining the things easier. It is now not a difficult task to handle number of health records of the different individuals, the software can do the needful and will serve the purpose best.

Chiropractic office software has enabled the core activities to be given more attention rather than distributing the time in maintaining the records. It is though a compulsion to maintain the health records of the individuals, in case they are required for future for consulting the progress during the treatment and etc. Chiropractic electronic health records software enhance the authorities to maintain the records in a much easy and better way. The working of the organization can become efficient and effective with the help of this software.

It is advisable to the chiropractic offices to use the appropriate software in the offices to enable a better and efficient working. The chiropractic office software comprises of the software like the chiropractic electronic health records software, EMR that are very helpful for the offices in the working and making things easier. Now, maintaining the records is no more a time consuming processes and the task can be done in few minutes with the clicking of few buttons and filling up of the necessary information during the maintenance. The health records can be consulted as and when required.

With the help of the chiropractic office software the office work involve less of paper work and more of electronic work. The data is stored safely and within few minutes. The filing work is also done easily with the help of software like the EMR, chiropractic electronic health records software and others. The appointment scheduling, insurance claim and all the information are easily stored now and can be consulted as and when required by the authorities. The records can be consulted as and when required without making many efforts, only few clicks and one can get the detailed and complete information.

The software must be used for enabling efficient and effective working of the chiropractic offices and assuring better performances and positive feedbacks. If the working is not proper of any organization it will not bring any positive results and can affect the image of the organization due to the improper working.

By: Pankaj Modi

Medical Records Laws That Everyone Should Know

2011-12-13T13:42:00.000+07:00

Whether they are medical billers, coders, electronic medical technicians, or patients, people should be familiar with medical records laws. These regulations pertain to the records themselves as well as access and patient rights. As primary documentation of the medical history and treatment of a patient, medical records are extremely important, so they must be handled with care.

Medical records are created and housed by healthcare providers, whereas personal health records are created and maintained by patients. Medical record security and privacy has received much attention due to the personal details it contains. Issues surround accuracy, access, storage, and disposal. With the conversion from paper to electronic medical records, additional concerns have arisen regarding security and viewing permissions.

The federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) pertains to the privacy, security, and ownership of medical records. It establishes that the patient, not the provider, owns the information contained in the medical record. The entity maintaining the record owns the media on which this information is stored. As owners of their records, patients have rights to access the information, ensure that details are correct, and grant consent to another entity to view the record.

Most states also have laws regarding medical records and these afford certain rights to patients. Issues addressed by these regulations include access, record retention, and how much a provider may charge to provide patients with copies of their medical records. Some state laws also govern patient rights regarding record amendment, complaint filing, and how to handle being denied access. Gaps left by HIPAA statutes are often filled by state laws and in most cases, state regulations complement federal guidelines.

In addition to medical record ownership and access, HIPAA features a privacy standard. This establishes guidelines for disclosing protected health information, which includes details regarding patient demographics, health, payments, and treatment. Patients must grant authorization to anyone needing access to this information for purposes other than processing insurance claims. Information that is disclosed must be treated as confidential. Monetary penalties for violating the HIPAA privacy standard range from $100 per person, per violation to $250,000 and up to ten years in prison, depending on the infraction.

Security provisions under HIPAA complement the privacy requirements. While the privacy guidelines pertain to protected health information, security laws cover electronic information. They offer guidance for creating and implementing policies that protect against and deal with security compromises. Three compliance categories, physical, technical, and administrative, are defined by HIPAA security standards. Safeguards, use, and controls are offered for each of these.

Due to the ever-evolving nature of the healthcare industry and the conversion to electronic medical records, changes to HIPAA privacy rules have been proposed by the federal government. These new medical records laws would grant a patient the right to view a report indicating who has accessed their electronic medical and billing records and other information used to make treatment or payment decisions. They add requirements to existing HIPAA regulations and are authorized under the HITECH Act included in the 2009 stimulus package.

By: Conrad Wysor

Example Of A Bariatric Electronic Health Records Project Scope And Objective

2011-12-12T14:26:00.000+07:00

Electronic Health Record Systems are growing in popularity as providers move away from paper and excel spreadsheets. These systems and Bariatric Electronic Medical Record systems in particular, allow providers to do a lot more than just store patient information efficiently. A well designed and robust EHR can allow providers to better manage their practices, offer better service and better tracking of patients and allow them to compare their results over time to other providers in the EHR’s network of surgeons. All of these functions contribute to improving the safety levels and the quality of health care given while generating a positive return on investment for the provider. The key to a successful implementation starts with a clear outline of the project scope and objectives and a critical evaluation of the ability of the EHR vendor’s ability to satisfy those requirements on time and on budget.

For example, an existing practice may define their project objective as a vision is to be recognized as a national leader in quality and patient experience. The get to that objective, the practice may need the capabilities to collect, offer and analyze the necessary compehensive patient care data related to patient outcome. In addition, the practice determined that a key part of their approach was to involve the patient more directly in the process. Therefore, the practice requires a Electronic Medical Records System that is able to provide the required information in an easy to follow and timely manner directly to existing patients. In addition, the practice emphasized that in order to continue to grow and outpace potential competition, it was imperitive that the EHR be able to track the progress of existing patients while also enabling it to reach potential customers that may have expressed interest in obtaining bariatric suregery services in a timly fashion.

The practice defined its immediate requirements as maintaining its Center of Excellence certification by generating timely and accurate data on patient outcome; increasing efficiency through reduction of data entry from multiple systems (through the development of interfaces) to one; increasing customer satisfaction; and finally, increased understanding of their current patient base, their experiences and the level and their satisfaction with follow-ups.

Since RemedyEHR’s BariEHR was developed specifically for the Bariatric Practice it offers the above mentioned requirements. It was the first system to interface with the Bold National database. It manages patient progression; it generates follow-up letters, referrals, thank you letters and reminders and there is the potential to reduce entering data into a single system from up to seven systems that are used at many hospitals and clinics. In addition, the BariEHR electronic medical record system allows for the broadest ability to produce reports of any system in the industry.

BariEHR keeps track of every aspect of the patient’s treatment from registration through to post-operative follow-ups. To learn more, please visit www.remedyehr.com.

By: Josh Slovik

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Physical Therapy Jobs In Los Angeles, Ca

2011-12-07T08:48:00.000+07:00

Physical therapists are healthcare professionals who provide services for disabled people by way of helping them restore the lost function of their body, obtain relief from pain as well as other mobility problems caused by accidents, or serious diseases including arthritis, heart diseases and many more. Today, there are numerous exciting physical therapy jobs in Los Angeles, CA for those dynamic young professionals who are interested in taking up careers as physical therapists.

The job of a physical therapist is a responsible and highly demanding one. Physical therapists have to work closely with patients in order to identify and study the real cause of the injuries and mobility disabilities they are suffering from. The job of a physical therapist requires careful observation, concentration and analysis. Only after a careful analysis is it possible for them to develop a treatment plan which includes exercise workouts based on the patient’s present health condition and other related activities. The treatment procedure may or may not make use of physical therapy equipments to help restore the lost functions.

To apply for a job as a physical therapist in Los Angeles, CA the person must possess a bachelor’s degree; having a master’s degree is an added advantage. The other requirements include:

• Good communication skills

• At least one year experience in physical therapy

• Should be able to provide health documentations for TB, chest x-ray, CPR

• Good knowledge of the accepted physical therapy applications

Physical therapy jobs help qualified and efficient professionals to work in a variety of medical environments such as clinics, health centers, hospitals, nursing homes, doctors’ offices, home health agencies and many more that are equipped with advanced facilities.

Regarding the remuneration for physical therapists, physical therapy jobs in Los Angeles, CA carry excellent salary and associated benefits. The net payment depends on the nature of the job and the sort of facility the person is working in. They are also provided with allowances such as medical and dental insurances and paid accommodations; on travel assignments physical therapists are paid travel expenses and offered other facilities that make the job highly attractive.

Through physical therapy, a patient’s health and fitness can be improved. So the role of a physical therapist is to help the individuals regain their lost mobility and spirit. Physical therapy jobs in Los Angeles, as well as other states in the US, are highly beneficial options at present. If you are looking for such a job, it is best to register with a reputable healthcare staff recruiting agency in the area.

Home Health Jobs

2011-12-06T11:50:00.000+07:00

In the medical field, there are many jobs in the home health Jobs aide sector and these jobs are also growing fast. These types of roles are also very similar to a nurse assistance as you are helping a patient, but instead of being in a facility or a hospital you will helping them in their homes. You can learn how you can look for home health aide training in this article.

Knowing that you want to be a home health Jobs aide is great, but you first need to know if you can fit the requirements. You have to be older than or be 18, you need to show that you can read, write and understand English at a level of 6th grade or even higher, and you need to have a record that is clean. If you fit these requirements then you are right to continue on in looking

To further your search in home health aide training, you should contact an agency for home health aide somewhere in your local area. When you contact these agencies they will be observed by the departments of the health services by federal and state. These agencies are carefully watched, to ensure they have the right quality that they are supposed to have. They also carefully guard these agencies to ensure they aren't accepting Medicaid payments, or Medicare payments for services, unless they are certified home health aide.

Once you have contacted the home health agencies, you will need to think of questions to ask them to help you on your way. These list of questions should at least, have something similar to if they offer free training. If the answer to that question is yes, then you will need to find out more information, and if they expect you to work for them in return and be in their agency for at least a year. Once these answers to your questions have been met, you should then request information in how you can apply for the training course.

Apart from looking at agencies, you can also gather further information, from the states Departments of Labor, and ask if they have home health training that is for free. Majority of states will provide this types of services for free. They will generally do this for people who are currently going through unemployment, and are doing unemployment training courses.

These courses can also be looked up by going on the Internet, and these can be found by searching the search engines such as Yahoo or Google. When doing research for these agencies or training, you should do your research carefully and find the right agency so that you can do your training and one that will get your certificate.

If you are looking online for agencies, you should be wary of websites that say they will provide you with training that is for free. You should always contact the agencies that are online, and get information from them and actually see if they exists. You should also get in contact with the health service department, to further help you with your curiosity, in looking for home health Jobs aide training.

5 Suggestions For Healthy Skin

2011-12-05T13:37:00.000+07:00

It's never far too late to begin with taking good care of your skin regardless of whether you're young or old, the skin will always enjoy the extensive benefits! You might not will have the time to stick to a rigid type of intensive natual skin care regime however with the following pointers you cannot only have better pores and skin but uphold more radiant looking epidermis for long!

- Get away from far too much direct sun light contact.

Practically nothing can age a person more rapidly compared to the sun’s damaging light. Not only can it result in skin cancers however it could cause premature getting older, wrinkles ahead of your time and efforts, freckles, dry skin as well as age spots. It is wise to hide your face as much as it is possible to while outside in entire sun's rays for virtually any amount of time and try to prevent the sunshine between 10am and 4pm; the actual sun’s light have reached his or her the majority of intensive between today. Wear a new head wear and also smart apparel that will insures anyone in addition to maintains a person neat. As well as don’t be cheap on the sunscreen! Make use of nice levels of sunscreen 30 minutes just before sun exposure and also re-apply each and every couple of hours, more frequently in case you’ve been recently going swimming or have sweated profusely.

- Stop smoking!

It's fairly evident that smoking cigarettes will age you and damage your skin. Using tobacco diminishes your the flow of blood through thinning the little arteries within your epidermis; the skin might be lacking air and also vitamin A that is important to the skin’s wellness. Collagen as well as elastin the particular fibres which maintain your pores and skin robust along with elastic might be ruined through cigarette smoking. Not to mention the actual creases you obtain after way too long of pursing the lips whilst breathing in. The only way to reduce more damage to your skin would be to quit smoking. It might not be simple, enlist help from a physician in the event you can’t do it all on your own, like the future your physique can thanks for it.

- Be kind to your pores and skin

Getting everyday scorching bath areas as well as bathing pools could remove vital natural oils out of your pores and skin, probably lower your expenses in time the tub minimizing the bath heat. Stop making use of these kinds of robust scented soap, rather utilize slight unperfumed cleansers. If you get rid of, constantly utilize shaving your face cream as well as serum rather than use a straight-forward razor : this may bring about cuts and damage. Often get rid of within the path the hair keeps growing and try to not shave if not absolutely necessary. Following cleansing or even using a bath, pat as well as blot pores and skin dry instead of scrubbing so that you maintain some humidity on your skin.

- Eat nicely

Although diet plan and acne cases are not necessarily thought to be connected, great food will definitely present you with very good epidermis. Particularly if you take in lots of fresh fruit, meditate, wholemeal as well as low fat proteins. A diet plan full of vitamin C could encourage more youthful hunting epidermis.

- Stop stressing

Strain usually takes it's toll on your body, most famously of all the skin we have plus it definitely shows on our own faces! It can trigger pimple along with other difficulties and that's why it’s vital that you keep a content and optimistic mindset to get balanced glowing epidermis.

Chronic Renal Failure Patients Better When Exercising

2011-12-02T08:51:00.000+07:00

Jakarta, Muscle sufferers of chronic kidney (CKD / Chronic Kidney Disease) tends to get tired so rarely do sports. But because they never exercise, fitness CKD patients continued to decline.

Research conducted by Susanne Heiwe of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm Sweden found that people with chronic kidney fixed exercise can actually improve the quality of his life because his body is more fit in the midst of her illness.

In patients with chronic renal kidney function gradually decreased dramatically. Though functioning kidneys to filter waste and excess fluid in the blood, which is then expelled through urine. Due to declining kidney function, wastes and fluids accumulate in significant amounts in the body.

In the reviews that have been published in The Cochrane Library, there are several reasons why a person suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD) often lose fitness and have a difficult time doing daily activities.

But new research shows evidence that, a person suffering from CKD, including kidney transplant that has been done, can benefit by doing regular physical activity.

Patients with CKD who do regular physical activity to benefit significantly as compared with patients with CKD who do not.

Some of the benefits obtained by patients with CKD due to perform regular physical activity include:
1. Improved physical fitness
2. Normal blood pressure
3. A healthy heartbeat
4. Characteristics of better nutrition
5. Can improve the quality of life by as much sense

Someone said to suffer from CKD if their kidneys have been damaged or have poor performance, where the effects of kidney damage last more than 3 months. CKD is a public health problem worldwide.

There are several causes of kidney damage, among others:
1. Rheumatic Diseases
2. Diabetes
3. High blood pressure

As quoted from MedicalNewsToday, Friday (07/10/2011), Susanne Heiwe from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden explains that people with CKD muscles tire more quickly, so the amount of physical exercise they do is reduced. This may ultimately reduce the fitness of CKD patients.

Although during the last three decades several studies have investigated how physical exercise is beneficial for patients with CKD, but have not obtained evidence.

Because of this, Heiwe and colleagues named Stefan Jacobson, investigate data and results of research are taken from the 45 respondents who meet certain criteria. The combination of these studies have involved 1863 participants.

Heiwe and Jacobson found both in patients with CKD not yet requiring dialysis treatment and patients with CKD who had a kidney transplant may benefit from regular physical exercise.

Researchers find different types of exercise can produce various kinds of benefits. In patients with CKD who supervised while doing physical exercises with high intensity cardiovascular workout for 4-6 months experienced an increase in aerobic capacity, compared with participants in the control group.

Other studies revealed that, regardless of whether the participants watched or not, people who exercise for 3 months with high-intensity resistance or yoga can improve muscle strength.However, when participants were supervised during high-intensity resistance exercise, walking ability also increased by more than 3 months.

Until now the majority of investigations have examined the cardiovascular effects of physical exercise programs. "Now need to know more about the effects of resistance training or cardiovascular training and resistance mix," said Heiwe.

Further research is still needed in order to discover how to organize training programs as efficiently as possible in order to obtain the desired results. However, this review can help health care providers who may suggest that regular physical exercise for patients with CKD.

Liver Cancer Cases Rise in Developed Countries, Down in Asia

2011-12-01T17:28:00.000+07:00

Jakarta, a recent study found that the incidence of liver cancer continues to increase in northern hemisphere countries of the world and has decreased in some countries in Asia that was once the highest risk. Nevertheless, the incidence in Asian countries is still two times higher than in Africa and four times higher than North America.

This study inferred from the data the International Agency for Research on Cancer, Melissa M. Center, MPH and Ahmedin Jemal, PhD, an expert in epidemiology from the American Cancer Society.

Researchers examined the incidence rates of liver cancer in 1993 and 2002 along with 32 other types of cancer are registered throughout the world. Researchers also examined the incidence rate ratio between men and women, and added four in the list based cancer incidence data in 1998.

The incidence rate of liver cancer for both men and women increased from 1993 until 2002. The increase was largely limited to countries in the developed economies of Western Europe, North America and Oceania.

Most cases are probably due to blood transfusion, contaminated needles for medical purposes, as well as the widespread injecting drug use in a few years earlier.

In contrast, the incidence of liver cancer decreased in Asia, both men and women. Nevertheless, the incidence rate in Asian countries remained 3-4 times higher than in low risk areas are increasing.

Comparison of men and women varies from 0.9 in sub-Saharan Africa and South America for the registrant 5.0 (five men for every woman diagnosed) in France and Egypt.

"Further studies are needed to see this cause to further explain the factors that contribute to this cancer," said Ms. As quoted from Eurekalert.org Center on Friday (10/07/2011).

"We hope the translation of the tendency of liver cancer in the world may stimulate further research to better describe the underlying factors associated incidence of liver cancer worldwide," he concluded.

Chest Acne - Getting Rid Of Acne On The Chest

2011-12-01T16:44:00.001+07:00

Chest acne although not quite as visible as face acne, is suffered by almost as many people both male and female, young and old, it may not be just confined to the chest area only but may also appear on other areas of the body most noticeably the back and neck.

Chest acne can also occur in the same forms as face acne such as pustular or nodular or even cystic, as well as taking the form of whiteheads, blackheads and pimples, getting rid of these should be a priority as these may develop into acne.

You may find that acne on the body, or in this case the chest, is more difficult to cure because of the thickness of the skin in these areas and the amount of skin pores that are present, however with the correct regime and treatment it may be treated successfully, but bear in mind it may take longer to do this than with face acne. As this area is generally covered by clothing it can also be painful to the sufferer as they may chafe and rub the skin to make things worse.

As with other similar conditions, the causes of chest acne still not completely understood by medical science, but it is known that the main triggers for it is related to hormones, and it may occur more frequently in people with excessively oily skin.

It is probably no coincidence that acne can occur in areas of heavy perspiration such as the chest or back which are often not cleansed as deeply as the face and these area may also be subjected to chafing, either by clothes or worst of all a backpack, which may cause a great deal of irritation because of the tight-fitting straps and continuous rubbing, particularly if the weather is hot.

The root cause however is once again clogged pores in the skin and action must be taken to prevent this from happening or at least do what one can to minimize the risk.

The only good thing that can be said about body acne is that for most people it will be hidden by clothing, and this at least offers some consolation in as much it will not cause them as much stress or embarrassment as facial acne, of course this may mean avoiding the beach or pool or other such activities for the self-conscious, but this fear may become less important as one grows older.

There are a few things that should be avoided for the person suffering with chest acne, tight-fitting clothing is not a good idea and any type of man-made fabrics such as nylon, rayon, acrylic may cause excess sweating. Natural fibers such as cotton or silk should be worn at all times next to the skin, also avoid wool but mohair may be good because it is exceptionally soft.

Avoid any harsh scrubbing or rubbing of the affected areas when washing or drying the skin, gentleness in these activities is key to treating your condition.

Wash affected areas as soon as possible after perspiring heavily, try to avoid letting sweat dry on the skin as this can cause irritation. Avoid very hot showers or baths as this too can aggravate the condition.

Try and avoid the wearing of backpacks or bags with straps that may come into contact with and irritate the areas of acne on the skin.

Avoid using cosmetics or soap that are perfumed, this includes body sprays and anti-perspirants, use only soap and other such products that are formulated for acne sufferers, body lotions or other such products that you may use should water based and non-clogging.

Ensure that bedclothes are changed as often as possible this includes sheets and pillowcases, it may also be beneficial not to wash any of your clothing in harsh detergents packed full of the latest anionic surfactants or fabric conditioners, avoid all these like the plague and use ordinary soap flakes, there are low-suds powders available for machine washing.

Some people may find the harsh chemicals in these products irritating to their skin especially when they perspire. Use skin cleansers that are formulated for acne skin, not ordinary cosmetic products.

Wash and cleanse the affected areas as gently as possible using only the tips of the fingers, sponges and washcloths are usually best avoided.

If you have tried everything and symptoms still persist you may need to take some stronger prescribed medications and antibiotics in which case you will need to visit your doctor or a dermatologist, some of these type of medicines are not available at a pharmacy and must only be used with professional medical supervision.

Generally the first product normally recommended is Benzoyl Peroxide, this is a tried and in some cases proven home treatment for acne that can be very effective and can certainly be tried on your chest acne in the first instance, be sure to use a low concentration product to begin with, 2.5% or less and gradually build up to a stronger concentrate over a period of several weeks, as it may take some time for the skin to adjust to this medication.

There is no definitive way to prevent chest acne or any other sort of skin condition, but you can take steps to keep the skin in good shape.

One of the most important things for the skin is hydration, make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day, follow a good cleansing regime to keep the skin as clean as possible, and this will include exfoliating it, or removing dead skin cells, also the use of a good moisturizer is very important, as some treatments can be dry the skin considerably.

Be sure to eat a healthy diet, this is so important not just for chest acne for good skin in general, not to mention long-term health, the key thing here is a well balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, cut out the junk food, salt, refined sugar and heavily processed foods, it may also be wise to be careful of hot or spicy foods, while these foods are generally healthy in themselves the ingredients can trigger skin eruptions on some people particularly spots and pimples.

This is one of a series of articles on acne by the author.

By visiting the website using the link below you will find everything you need to know on how to treat this stressful condition.

On this site you will find information on most of the best acne treatments available, as well as a large section on acne home remedies. Advice too on cosmetics, diet, moisturizers, laser treatment, acupuncture, scarring, general skincare and lots of helpful tips and tricks to try and help you rid yourself of this disease.

How to Prevent Acne - The 6 Foods You Need

2011-12-01T16:44:00.000+07:00

In maintaining clear skin, you will have to prevent acne outbreaks and get rid of the already grown pimples. The factor that is mostly neglected is the foods that you eat, but this is actually one of the essential things you have to consider if you really want to have clearer skin. So, what foods can help acne? Knowing this is very important and can help you help your skin, which in return will help your confidence and self esteem.

So, how to prevent acne? Here are what foods can help:

Water

This is not actually considered as food, but it certainly goes with food. if you are able to take enough water everyday, it will help you absorb the nutrients from the foods that you need in order to help acne. Not to mention that water will help you flush out the toxins that cause acne and it will keep your skin hydrated.

Fruits

Now, for the actual foods that will help acne; fruits have proven to be very helpful in acne problems. Not only will this help keep you from eating too much artificial sugary foods, but this will help your body get healthy. Try making smoothies out of them, they will not only be easier to eat, but your body will be able to absorb the nutrient better as well.

Vegetables

This goes without saying, vegetables are gravely important in maintaining proper diet. Green leafy vegetables are proven to help get clear skin, as well as prevent acne. So, it's good to keep green vegetables in your diet.

Fish

Fish is one of the most helpful foods when you are trying to resolve acne problems. Fish has very high Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. These are very effective in acne treatment. Fish oil is one of the best oils that will benefit, not only your face, but your mind and body. As you have a healthy mind and body, you will be able to prevent pimple outbreaks because you will be able to manage stress easier.

Whole Grains

Filled with high content of antioxidants, whole grains are recommended in acne treatment. Antioxidants are essential in maintaining healthy skin, because it rejuvenates your facial qualities. But do not think that coffee is a good alternative for antioxidants, they are rich of it, but the caffeine is very harmful to your face. Drink tea instead.

Tea

As you all know, tea is high in antioxidants as well, with only minimal caffeine. Green tea is recommended to reduce caffeine intake while getting lots of antioxidants.

These are all you need to know on what foods can help acne. If you can get enough of the suggested nutrients found in these foods, acne treatment will be easier. No one wants to get acne because of the food they eat, so always eat smart.

Acne Explained and How to Prevent Outbreaks

2011-12-01T16:42:00.000+07:00

Believe it or not, acne affects nearly 60 million in the United States. We've all experienced some kind of acne in our lifetime. Be it mild or severe. Plus, most people believe that it only affects teenagers and young adults, but that is NOT correct. Adult acne is most definitely a reality.

What causes Acne:

Your skin produces sebum, an oil that helps keep the skin soft and smooth, and acne occurs when dead skin cells block pores that prevents distribution of sebem and it eventually fills up with oil and a pimple is created.

Type of Pimples

- Comedones, or plugs, are pores that become blocked with blackheads. These blackheads turn dark because the pore is open to the air. Most common place to find comedones are the nose, forehead, and cheeks.

- Populopustular, also known as papules, which are smaller, red pimples that are a little painful.

- Nodular, also known as nodules are larger, harder, and painful pimples that are filled with pus. Unlike papules, which are close to the surface, nodules develop deeper in the skin.

Dermatologist classify acne into four grades, one being the mildest and four being the most severe.

Acne Treatments

If you have the first two levels of acne, you can usually treat it with over-the-counter products that contain benzoyl peroxide. While it works, benzoyl peroxide will also dry out your face, so it's wise to use a mild moisturizer as well.

If you have the third and fourth levels of acne, then you will have to see your dermatologist for a more intensive treatment. Moderate and severe acne can cause acne scars.

Tips To Help Prevent Acne

1. Drink Plenty of Water: This is an obvious one. Water is terrific for the body and while it won't cure acne, it will help you keep your skin and body flushed from toxins. Eight glasses are preferred per day.

2. Maintain Stress Levels: We all go through stress, but when it gets to an unhealthy level, your body under goes changes which can trigger pimple outbreaks. Try to take a moment and calm yourself down.

3. Don't Squeeze or Pick at Pimples: It's hard to do, but squeezing or picking at those pesky pimples can do more harm than good. You can damage the healthy skin tissue around the pimple and make it worst.

4. Diet: While studies have never shown that eating chocolate and greasy foods triggers acne, keeping a balance diet is good to for your body and skin. Eating green leafy vegetables and fruits can help give you the nutrients to getting clearer skin.

5. Get Enough Sleep: Sleep is the king of healing. Your body needs time each day to heal. If you don't get enough sleep, it can put stress on your body and can cause acne outbreaks.

There you go with some helpful tips on helping you get on your journey to clearer skin. Remember, if you suffer from moderate to severe acne, go see your dermatologist immediately, so they can give you a more intensive treatment. It's always easy to prevent acne than to treat it.

3 Ways to Get Rid of Growing Pimples

2011-11-16T00:07:00.000+07:00

Need some sure ways to get rid of pimples? Here are three ways you can use to help stop their growth and shrink them. You may not see them shrink instantly, but it will help stop their growth and clear them up in a relatively short period of time. The first thing you do not want to do is to squeeze or pop them. This will only make the condition worse by creating inflammation and potentially leaving a permanent scar. With that said, here are three known methods to help reduce your pimples.

Salt Water

As a teen I was fortunate enough to live next to an ocean and was able to go to the beach for a swim quite frequently. If you are luckily enough to live near a beach you may notice how clear your skin looks after a dip in the ocean.

Salt water has vital nutrients to help clear your skin up and even make your nails grow longer and firmer. It dries up the excess oils on your skin that are a major contributor to pimples. Salt water also provides needed vitamins and minerals

If you do not live near the ocean, you can still enjoy the benefits of salt water by creating your own little ocean at home. Put one tablespoon of sea salt in one cup of hot water and apply to your face. After a few minutes, rinse the salt water off with some warm water.

Benzoyl Peroxide

This ingredient is part of many acne or pimple removal treatments. It can effectively reduce your pimples and prevent your pores from clogging by removing oil and bacteria.

But there are some adverse side effects that can result from the use of Benzoyl Peroxide. You could develop redness on your skin and even flaking of your skin from excessive use. But after you stop use, these conditions will clear up after several days.

Egg Whites

Another great way to get rid of pimples is to use an egg white. Separate the whites from the yolk, and then whip the whites into a froth. Apply it to your face and after it dries, wash it off with warm water.

Repeat this procedure everyday or every other day depending on the condition of your pimples. They should start to clear up almost immediately.

Conclusion

These are some best ways to get rid of pimples, but once the current pimples start to recede, you want to prevent them from recurring. You can do this by cleansing your face twice a day and also exfoliating you it once a week.

This will remove excessive oils and dead skin from your face and will reduce your chances of developing more pimples.

Jimmy C has been studying skin care for many years because of his skin problems in his youth and he is the Editor in Chief of a number of skin care web sites. Being a victim of acne in his younger days, he has researched this subject to help people prevent and stop acne. He has also studied many aspects of caring for the bodies skin and keeping it youthful and free of irritants.

Tips for Men's Acne Treatment

2011-10-16T00:06:00.000+07:00

Most of us think of men and women as completely different creatures. And while that may be not be true for some things, when it comes to acne treatments for the different genders, it's true that men sometimes have needs that are a little different from women's needs. After all, their bodies are different, and their hormones are different, so men's acne products should address concerns that women won't have to. Men and women lead different kinds of lifestyles, so acne solutions and skin care routines should be adjusted accordingly. But what does that mean for men and their particular acne skin care regimen?

Clogged Facial Follicles Occur More Often in Men and Cause Acne
Acne treatments don't necessarily mean they're for men with breakout-prone skin just because they fight acne-causing bacteria. Shaving the face can cause clogged hair follicles which means bacteria can build up that can cause acne blemishes on the skin, even for men who aren't particularly breakout prone. Shaving can also cause ingrown hairs to occur, causing redness, irritation, bumps on the skin, and even blemish breakouts. To help prevent clogged facial follicles, use a daily exfoliating treatment that will help clear out dead and dry skin cells and allow hair to grow naturally on the face.

An Active Lifestyle Can Cause Acne Breakouts
Men tend to be more active playing sports and exercising, which means that sweating can cause acne to break out all over the face and body. More active routines require frequent face and body washing, so men should be looking for gentle acne treatment products that won't irritate the skin. Washing the face more than two times a day can cause dehydrated skin and an increase in ingrown hairs on the face. A proper toner will help clear and prevent clogged pores without dehydrating the skin. Finally, because men sweat all over, back and body acne can be a greater concern and they should look for pimple treatment products that cover more than just the face.

Men Should be More Aware of Redness and Irritation
The majority of women don't need to worry about redness and irritation on their faces due to shaving every day. Shaving for men often leads to irritation, dryness, and redness because of the razor used on the skin's surface. A good men's skin care product will be able to help protect the skin from irritation that can cause breakouts with moisturizing and soothing agents. These ingredients will help lessen the irritation of shaving and soothe post-shaving redness and dryness.

A man isn't a woman, and a man's acne treatment needs aren't the same as a woman's. Pimples form the same regardless of gender, but that doesn't mean the best treatments for them are gender neutral.

New 23 Percent of People Indonesia Handwashing

2011-10-07T15:53:00.000+07:00

Jakarta, It must be a simple step, it was only 23 percent of Indonesia who practice hand washing with soap (HWWS). In fact, the impact of very large HWWS reduce mortality, especially infants and toddlers.

Wash hands with soap (HWWS) is the simplest way to maintain health. Unfortunately, not many people are aware of the importance of applying these healthy clean lifestyle.

"Handwashing with soap is a simple way of preventing disease. Why is it important? First, HWWS was relatively simple, because it does not require sophisticated equipment or the vaccine, enough running water and soap. Second, the impact is very large, especially to prevent gastrointestinal infections and gastrointestinal breath, the most frequently terjaid in infants and toddlers, "said Prof. Dr. Tjandra Yoga Aditama, MPH, Director General of Disease Control and Environmental Health Kemkes, at a press conference at the House Kemkes, Jakarta, Friday (10/07/2011).

According to study data Diarrhea DG & PL, in general there was an increase of 11 percent HWWS behavior (in 2007) to 23 percent (in 2010). That is, there are still 77 percent people of Indonesia who have not applied HWWS.

In fact, this simple way to protect the health of the entire family. Prof. Tjandra explains, washing hands with soap can reduce diarrhea by 47 percent of cases, ARI (Acute Respiratory Infection) and bird flu by 50 percent, and recommended for the prevention of the H1N1 flu.

When to wash hands with soap?

Prof. Tjandra reminded that people always wash their hands with soap as:

before meals
before feeding
Before preparing meals
After defecation (BAB)
after cleaning a

"Awareness of the importance of Clean and Healthy Behavior (PHBs) in the Indonesian society still needs to be improved and built upon in order to become a culture that, net culture," concludes Prof. Tjandra.

Lack of Sleep Can Make Mathematics sag

2011-10-07T07:56:00.000+07:00

Sevilla, Some people believe, studied with overnight racing system can make better test scores. But specific to the field of mathematical studies, should sleep early because according to the study late nights just to make test scores drop.

This trend is observed in a study in Spain, made by scientists from the University of Granada and Junta de Andalucia. The study involved 592 students aged 12-19 years at various schools in the city of Seville, Spain.

Participants' sleep patterns were observed for a few semesters, then grouped based on the length of time sleeping during the day. The scientists then compared with observations about the participants' learning achievements in schools for all subjects.

Observations show, duration of sleep during the day greatly affect test scores, especially for the field of mathematical studies. The longer the sleep time, more baguis value of math, especially when compared with participants whose sleep kruang than 6 hours.

"This could be influenced by the nature of the subject itself, since mathematical ability is usually heavily influenced by the pattern of sleep," the researchers wrote in a report in the International Journal of Clinical and Health Psychology, as quoted from Indiavison, Friday (21/10/2011).

The study also revealed that participants who had an average sleep time ie 6-9 hours tend to get better test scores for field of study of physics. The trend in this field of study is not observed in participants who slept kruang of 6 hours or more than 9 hours.

In addition to the length of time to sleep, school performance is also influenced by sleep latency or the time needed to sleep since it first lay down. Ideal number for sleep latency according to the study was 15 minutes because it will give the most powerful influence on learning achievement.

Acne Myths - Top 4 Myths About Acne

2011-09-16T00:01:00.000+07:00

Why are there so many myths about acne? Why do any myths or legends come about for that matter? We may never know, but we CAN certainly separate fact from fiction when it comes acne. Acne can be devastating on our self esteem and our psyche. By understanding the relevant truths (and myths) surrounding acne, we arm ourselves with the know-how to better treat the skin condition. This will have a positive impact on our lives both emotionally and physically.

Here are the top 4 acne myths:

Myth #1: Washing (particularly your face) often will decrease the severity or occurrence of your acne.

Truth: Pimples or zits simply are NOT caused by a dirty environment. The fact is, acne happens due to blockage of the sebaceous glands. Washing your face too frequently can actually have the opposite effect and spread the infection further and even lead to unwanted scars.

Myth #2: Acne is caused by your diet.

Truth: There is not one single food that has been proven to cause acne. The fact is, acne is a skin disease (it seems like such a dirty word) that effects the skin's oil glands. Food cannot take the blame for causing pimples or zits. HOWEVER, what we put into our bodies can play a huge role in either decreasing the intensity of acne or it can increase the intensity of it. Remember, the old adage that says "you are what you eat"? This is good insight and very true.

Myth #3: The cause of acne stems from poor hygiene or a lack of washing.

Truth: Yes, it's true that using certain specially formulated cleansers, masks, & lotions can help "improve" the look of your skin, but remember that dirt or dirty surroundings will not "cause" acne or be the sole cause of the skin disease. It is a viral matter.

Myth #4: There is not a "cure" for acne.

Technically, there is no magic cure for the so called skin disease. However, this condition can be treated with expectations of achieving fantastic results. Obviously, there are prescription medications that do a fantastic job, but they can have very hefty side effects like extremely dry skin (makes you look worse than the acne) and various other conditions.

Some wonderful natural or herbal treatments for acne have surfaced that have, to date, had no reported side effects.

The best possible means to improving your complexion is to take a well rounded approach and make sure you eat right, drink a ton of water, and use a proven, guaranteed skin care regimen.

Adoption Of Electronic Medical Report Systems: The Role Of Speech Recognition

2011-08-15T13:49:00.000+07:00

With the introduction of The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) enacted by Congress and signed into law by President Barack Obama on February 17, 2009, the push to digitize patient medical records has been at the forefront of Health Information Management. The act calls for the digitization of all medical records by the end of 2014, which means that all medical practices in the United States will be required to transition to Electronic Medical Records (EMR). Still, in today’s world, the most common types of health information exchanges are typically paper copies of paper medical records. To date, there has been very little automated data exchange between hospitals and physicians.

So, you might ask, how will the government effect the digitization of American health records, and influence the way physicians and hospitals store and transmit health information? To answer this question, we must look to the stipulations of the HITECH Act.

The health component of the ARRA bill is the HITECH Act, which appropriates $19.5 billion dollars to encourage the adoption and effective utilization of Electronic Medical Records (alternately referred to as Electronic Health Records, or EHR). The two primary goals of the HITECH Act are to mobilize physicians who have been slow to adopt Electronic Medical Records to a computerized system, and to ensure that patient data is actively and securely exchanged between healthcare professionals. To do so, the government has allocated funds to catalyze the desired changes.

The HITECH Act stipulates $2 billion will be immediately provided to the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) and its sub-agency, the Office of the National Coordinator of Health IT. $320 million of this $2 billion will be used to establish more Health Information Exchange (HIE) initiatives, help existing HIEs to progress in connecting providers, and to ensure standards are consistent across products and care settings.

The biggest winners under the HITECH Act are the clinicians. $36 billion will be paid over a five-year period to healthcare providers that demonstrate meaningful use of Electronic Medical Records. These payments are designed to reward hospitals and physicians for effectively using robust, connected EMR systems. Conversely, practices that do not implement effective EMR systems by 2015 will be penalized, and will be required to forfeit Medicare fees. The net cost to the Federal government is anticipated to be $19.5 billion after savings are achieved through efficiencies, tax revenue and Medicare fee reductions for non-adopters.

All said, there is quite a bit of government money to be distributed to qualifying physicians and hospitals. Physicians who adopt effective EMR systems will eligible to receive as much as $64,000 over five years according to the HITECH Act. In order to qualify for incentive payments, both physicians and hospitals have to demonstrate three things:

1. Use of a certified EMR with ePrescribing capability that meets current HHS standards.

2. Connectivity to other providers to improve speed and quality of access to patient medical information.

3. Ability to report on their use of the technology to the HHS.

Physicians may qualify for one of two incentive programs (not both). There is a Medicaid program and a Medicare program.

Under the Medicaid program, physicians who see more than 30% of patients paying with Medicaid (20% for pediatricians) are eligible for payments of up to $64,000 over five years. Under the Medicare program, physicians who accept Medicare payments (but do not have a large volume of Medicaid patients) are eligible to receive $44,000 over five years. The Medicare plan also stipulates physicians operating in a “health provider shortage area” will be eligible for an incremental increase of 10%, and those who deliver care entirely in a hospital environment (e.g. anesthesiologists) are ineligible.

Physicians who do not demonstrate meaningful use of an EMR by the end of 2014 will see their 2015 fee schedules decrease by 1%. Additional decreases will be implemented in 2016 and 2017 down to a total of 97% of the regular fee schedule for non-participating physicians. This can be reduced even further (down to 95%) if the total adoption is below 75% in 2018.

What exactly constitutes the definition of “meaningful use” of an Electronic Medical Record is still under debate. We do know that most physicians agree that “meaningful use” of an EMR should mean highly accessible and detailed health records. According to a study by Nuance Communications, Inc. – a leading supplier of speech solutions aimed at making the transition to EMRs easier for clinicians – physicians cited faster access, more complete patient reports, and better caregiver-to-caregiver communication as important to defining meaningful use of an EMR.

In addition to gaining insight that physicians value readily available, highly detailed Electronic Medical Records, the Nuance study also shed light on physicians’ concerns about existing obstacles that impede EMR adoption. Ninety percent of physicians said that they were concerned about usability as the leading obstacle impeding EMR adoption. Armed with this knowledge, Nuance has developed a speech recognition software solution that greatly increases usability and function within an EMR system.

Nuance Communications’ voice recognition software – Dragon Medical 10 – is the industry-leading speech recognition software. The software eliminates physicians’ need to rely on typing, clicking and scrolling, something that 67 percent of doctors surveyed cited as a usability concern. This gives physicians more time to allocate toward patient care instead of reporting. And, because most doctors speak three times faster than they type, Dragon Medical speech recognition software can improve productivity by up to 25%.

Dragon Medical software empowers physicians with the technology they need to digitize their practice. Dragon allows physicians to dictate records into Microsoft Word and other common desktop applications, effectively increasing usability. Physicians can develop templates for repeat use, helping them easily dictate patient notes by voice. Dragon Medical makes it easy for physicians to take that first step toward adopting EMR systems.

Dragon Medical was developed by Nuance to accelerate physician adoption of EMR software by allowing clinicians to navigate an EMR system by voice. Dragon allows doctors to dictate medical decision-making – history of present illness, review of systems, assessment, and plan – directly into EMR systems – eliminating transcription and ensuring more complete clinical documentation. Dragon Medical fully supports HIPAA patient information confidentiality requirements.

Dragon Medical 10 speech recognition software is a must for every physician, as it greatly increases productivity by making EMR systems easier to adopt and use. Dragon is the first step for physicians looking to digitize their practice and save money on transcription costs, and is a valuable solution for physicians who want to take advantage of available government incentives for EMR adoption.

Get rid of the paper files, and do away with the keyboard and mouse! Dragon Medical speech recognition technology is the future of Electronic Medical Record technology.

Learn more about how Dragon Medical 10 can ease the transition to an EMR system while improving the quality of care at your practice. Physicians wanting to see a demo of Dragon Medical are encouraged to visit http://www.genesis-technologies.com/cart/Dragon-Medical-c987/ or call 800-433-6326.

By: Genesis Technologies

Ehr – Benefits Of Electronic Health Records Soft – Ehr Incentives Program

2011-07-15T13:42:00.000+07:00

The implementation of electronic health records became essential after the announcement of the ARRA Act of 2009 which announced incentives of approximately $27 billion over 10 years for eligible professionals who adopt EHR technology. The HITECH Act, a subsection of the ARRA Act allocates $19 billion for Health Information Technology (HIT) - the Medicare EHR incentive program will be paying as much as $44,000 for Medicare eligible professionals over a 5 year time span and $63,750 for Medicaid eligible professionals over a 6 year time span. Eligible professionals are defined as doctors of medicine or osteopathy, doctors of dental surgery, doctors of podiatric medicine, doctors of optometry and chiropractors that demonstrate the “meaningful use” of certified EHR technology. “Meaningful use” means that providers will demonstrate certified EHR technology through:

• E- Prescribing, and electronic exchange of health information to labs, public health agencies and insurances

• Using a certified EHR that will automate and connect practices under

• Putting aside pen & paper by adopting (CPOE) computerized provider order entry

• Basic data entry of patient records i.e. demographics, vital signs, etc.

• Recording active medications and allergies

• Maintaining up-to-date problem lists of current & active diagnosis

• Smoking status for at least 50% of patients 13 years old or older

• Sending patient reminders for preventive/follow-up care

• Checking insurance eligibility electronically from public and private payers

• Submitting claims electronically to public and private payers

• Reporting ambulatory quality measures to CMS (PQRI) via an electronic health record

• Implementing clinical decision support rules

The EHR incentive reporting period for the starting year is 90 continuous days during the calendar year. In subsequent years the reporting period is the entire calendar year. The EHR Incentive program also benefits patients and families by:

• Providing patients with an electronic copy of their health information (including diagnostic test results, problem lists, medication lists, and allergies) upon request

• Providing patients with timely electronic access to their health information (including diagnostic test results, problem lists, medication lists, and allergies)

• Providing clinical summaries to patients for each office visit

Certified electronic health records will not only qualify eligible professionals for incentive bonuses but will also give them the following benefits:

• Error reduction, instant data availability and record retrieval

• Clinical decision support

• Reminders, alterations and refill automation

• Improve population and public health

It is very important for providers to choose the right EHR system in order to gain incentives and to avoid penalties. Both the provider and the patient will benefit from an early transition to “meaningful use” of certified EHR technology.

By: mtbc

Better Parenting With Personal Health Records.

2011-06-13T13:39:00.000+07:00

A personal health record is a vital tool in maintaining a properly monitored medical treatment. Preventing abundant viral and chronic diseases these days can be a difficult task, so a complete record of your medical history is the only way of monitoring potential symptoms and taking treatments and action preemptively.

Parents concerned with their children’s health would definitely want to be in the know about what their medical conditions are at all times. A Personal Health Record empowers parents with the knowledge of their children’s conditions in order to have a better understanding between their physicians. Having access to your medical records gives you the assurance of having reliable medical information along with treatments. Additionally, personal health records save energy and money that you would otherwise spend looking up from cluttered files.

Maintaining a PHR is a must for children who are suffering from chronic diseases such as Asthma or Epilepsy, as well as allergies that require careful monitoring. With a complete and updated PHR, you can always be sure of the treatment given by physicians to be conflict free from past conditions in an emergency or medically critical situation which may arise.

Global Patient Record™ can help doctors in identifying remedies of diseases and combating illnesses more efficiently, especially in time-constrained emergencies. It can just as well contain appointment reminders, contact information of healthcare resources, monitoring data on allergies, vaccinations, supplements and diet control of family members. These PHR features can help anyone in the family to easily go through the records and ensure that proper care is being taken.

By: Caredata

Your Medical Records - Are They Really Private?

2011-05-13T13:37:00.000+07:00

The question in the title seems to beg a yes answer. However, truth is, there are two answers with the real one a shocker. At least it was to me.

The “begged” answer is of course yes. It would be yes if you never let anyone have information about your health and medical condition(s). But, in the real world, this is impossible.

The real answer, unfortunately, is NO. And to add insult to injury, it is real in more ways than one as you are about to learn.

As I dug into the research material for this article, my eyes popped out and my jaw dropped open. The number of eyes that could potentially see your complete medical history (read complete record) is staggering.

The line starts at the government and runs the gamut to bill collectors. Yes, you read that right, bill collectors.

Here, with a brief explanation of each, is a list of “eyes” that could see your medical records. I’d bet many of them already have.

1. The most obvious is your doctor, doctor’s nurse and office staff. Most people’s medical records are on kept at the doctor’s office.

2. Hospital – If you have ever been hospitalized, you have a set of records at the hospital.

3. Insurance Companies – If you have ever applied for health, life or disability insurance, those companies have access to your records no matter where kept.

4. The Medical Information Bureau (MIB) – Most people have never heard of this non-profit membership organization. However, it is the largest repository of health records in the free world. Located in Essex, MA, its membership is about 750 U.S. and Canadian Insurance Companies. MIB does not have the same copies as your doctor. Rather they codify you according to certain health conditions. You can get a free copy of your record by visiting their website: www.mib.com/html/request_your_record.html In the alternative you can call, 1-866-692-6901 or for the hearing impaired, 1-866-346-3642. By the way, MIB is subject to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). This is important to know.

5. Government agencies such as Social Security, Veteran’s Administration, MediCal, Workers Compensation, Medicare, etc.

6. Medical Collection Agencies – Pay attention because these agencies may have in-depth medical information in their data bases. If this one doesn’t set your hair on fire, you don’t have a pulse.

7. Your employer may have asked you to authorize them accessing your medical records. The potential employer has the right to ask for medical information as part of an employment background check. The employer faces certain restrictions but not many if you authorize the access.

8. Believe it or not, your medical records may be subpoenaed for a court case if you are involved in litigation. Those relevant parts of your record may be copied and introduced in court. Unless sealed, court documents are public records. This is one way unscrupulous people discover social security numbers.

9. Health research – Sometimes your medical record is used for health research and when it is, it may be disclosed to health agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control. Most of the time your name is not part of the record but, nonetheless, it is YOUR record.

10. Licensure and accreditation of hospitals or physicians by certain boards or agencies. Again, your identity may or may not be part of the records evaluated. But, one more time, it is YOUR record.

11. Direct marketers may receive your health information if you participate in informal health screenings like cholesterol tests, blood pressure, and other type of “free” medical screenings you may have seen conducted in your local mall.

12. Health related web sites, Usenet news groups and chat rooms may contain your medical information. Granted, you have to share it but once put on the Internet, it has a magical way of propagating throughout the universe.

13. Survey companies not only use the Internet but mail and the phone to conduct medical question surveys. Many of them are very detailed. If you share your information, it is out there for whomever to use.

14. Tenant screening services screen prospective tenants for property managers. Their checks are extremely extensive. Although health records are not on the list, there is no specific law prohibiting a property manager from asking for this information in addition to everything else.

You do have sort of a guardian angel to help you if you are having problems in regard to your health records. I say sort of because if you become involved in litigation over your medical records, this source cannot represent you in court.

Each state has an Insurance Commissioner. He’s your “big brother” in a good sense. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners has a website, www.naic.org/state_contacts/sid_websites.htm that talks about the privacy laws in your state. Visit their site.

Unfortunately, this arena is still like the Wild West in terms of legislation and privacy protection and the fact it is getting better is of little comfort to anyone whose privacy has been violated.

If you don’t like the medical scenario as it exists, you just might wish to chat with your government representative, state and federal, and tell him/her to take a close look at reform in this area.

And, because you have read this article, you are better armed than 95% of the American population. You now can begin taking steps to protect your medical privacy.

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By: sandalwood

The Role Of Electronic Medical Records In Health Reform

2011-04-13T13:35:00.000+07:00

How Electronic Records Help Health Reform

Integration of electronic record keeping can help reduce overall health care expenses by limiting administrative costs, ensuring that duplicate procedures are avoided and checking for allergies and other medical sensitivities across a database. Optimally, the system aims to help medical professionals make better decisions based upon lab results, X-Rays, medical history records and a variety of hospital archives. While there is an up-front cost to integrating the systems, most modern hospitals are actively working to streamline their record keeping and open access to fellow medical facilities.

Currently, less than 25% of practicing doctors utilize electronic records for their patients, while emergency room rates are slightly higher. Under terms of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Congress allocated funds for doctors who integrate certified electronic record keeping systems . As standards become solidified, a growing number of medical practices are shifting to electronic records.

Privacy and Security in Reform

Many patients’ rights advocates have expressed concern over a central health records database, but medical companies are actively working to comply with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) so that records are securely stored and can only be accessed by practicing doctors. Incorporating privacy into insurance records is a core part of the process, and recent health reform efforts have helped streamline secure patient record standards.

Relying upon electronic documentation, it is much easier for doctors to show exactly why they performed a specific procedure. With this evidence, medical professionals are able to show that adverse medical outcomes were not caused by error, potentially limiting their tort liabilities. Although the legal aspects of health reform remain under debate, many medical professionals are working to limit medical transcription and record keeping errors to provide safer, more reliable medical care. A combination of improved record keeping, medical delivery and quality care can result in improvements in overall health outcomes.

By: The Health Care Guy

Therapist Jobs- A Good Career Option

2011-03-07T08:37:00.000+07:00

Physical therapy and occupational therapy jobs are highly rewarding and so therapist jobs are indeed a good career option. Therapists enable people to overcome difficulties and lead an independent life. Choosing therapist jobs such as those in physical therapy and occupational therapy is advantageous since the hours are flexible and the working environment is excellent.

Therapist jobs are available on per diem, long term/short term, part time/full time permanent/temporary and travel basis. New places can be explored by choosing a travel therapist job. Per Diem therapist jobs also offer an array of bonus packages and medical benefit options. Permanent therapist jobs usually carry a very high salary.

Physical therapists and occupational therapists are employed in outstanding private and public hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation facilities, child development centers, mental health centers, nursing homes, schools, universities, geriatric centers, community healthcare centers, home health jobs agencies, hospices, and research facilities. Physical therapists are required in colleges, sports and organizations.

Qualified occupational therapists can be employed as occupational therapy assistants, counselors and athletic therapy assistants in general medicine and surgical hospitals, voluntary organizations, orthopedic centers, and in elementary and secondary schools. Occupational therapists mainly deal with learning impairments and behavioral troubles. They can handle premature babies in pediatric hospitals, children having disorders like cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. They also help people suffering from traumatic injuries, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and mental health problems.

Therapist job salaries depend upon a number of factors like years of experience, position, qualification, practice facility and location. Advanced training and years of experience can give therapists an annual salary around $63,000. Additional benefits include:

• Extra pay

• Referral bonus

• Completion bonus

• Relocation allowance

• Free housing

• Life insurance

• Healthcare insurance

• Cancer insurance

• (401)k retirement savings plan

Therapists can really change people’s lives by making this world a better place to live in. By 2008, therapist jobs are expected to grow by 21-35%.

Singles Gastric Bypass, family can catch Bony

2011-01-30T08:37:00.000+07:00

If a family of overweight, do not rush to plan for everything gastric bypass. Just one person who underwent the operation, then the effect can be felt by one family together. This phenomenon is called the Halo Effect.

Halo is a white circle that often appears around the moon or the sun when the sky was clear or slightly hazy. Named Halo Effect because of the effects of gastric bypass patients not only felt concerned, but also by family around him.

In a recent study conducted Woodart Gavit, MD from Stanford School of Medicine, the phenomenon of Halo Effect on gastric bypass surgery is observed quite real. The people are one family member to undergo gastric bypass average weight decreased 3.5 kg in 12 months.

"Other family members experienced significant weight loss compared to before there is a gastric bypass surgery," wrote Woodart in a report in the journal Archives of Surgery, as quoted by ScienceDaily, Wednesday (19/10/2011).

For gastric bypass patients themselves, the operation that aims to shrink the stomach capacity is effectively lose weight up to 2-5 percent in the same period ie 12 months. With gastric bypass opreasi, appetite will go down and absorption is also reduced.

His influence gastric bypass surgery for other family members are not limited to weight gain. Judging from his waistline, other family members are also looking increasingly slim waistline than the original average of 119 cm to 112 cm on average within 12 months.

Lifestyle as a whole is also affected, because a family sport tends to be more diligent when there is a gastric bypass. Likewise, alcohol drinking habits, portions are decreased from average 11.4 ratas glass / month to 0.8 cups / month.

Foreign Language Learning Make People Smarter

2011-01-08T08:52:00.000+07:00

For some people, learn a foreign language was difficult and very burdensome brain. But according to research, learn a foreign language actually good for the brain because it became more accustomed to seeing things from different sides.

Language represent the world in certain ways. For example, the language taught us that pink is not the same color such as red, and gray is not the same with black. Academics from the University of Newcastle and the University of York in England support the assumption that says that learning a language makes a person become more intelligent with a strong scientific basis.

Different languages also represent different meanings. For example, in English, blue means blue. Meanwhile, in Italian, called by two names blue, Celeste to light blue, and dark blue for blu. So, when a normally speak English to learn Italian, he must learn to think about different colors to use the word correctly.

"We already know that learning another language increases our knowledge of our native language, and studies also have shown that learning another language has a positive effect on the brain," says Prof. Vivian Cook of Newcastle University as reported by Medicalxpress.com, Friday (7 / 10/201).

"Young people today argue that mastering two languages can delay the onset of senility when it is old," he continued.

The researchers wanted to take further steps to see if the master two languages could be some form of training the mind. Various studies show that learning two languages are not directly change the way a person sees the world. The positive effects mastering another language is learning a new language because it causes people to embrace new concepts that are not represented in the mother tongue.

"If I ask you to think about 'lunch', you might be thinking about a sandwich with chips. If I asked the Italians to think 'pranzo' (Italian for lunch), he would think of pasta dishes, meat, and vegetables, "explained Dr Benedetta Bassetti from the University of York.

"There are a lot of research evidence that confirms that people who master two languages thought by combining the two views that represent the two languages under their control. But sometimes they also create new concepts that do not come from one of the language," said Prof. Cook.

In the 1970s, researchers found that children who speak English assume that time runs from left to right. But the Arab children thought otherwise, and those who learn English later learned that both are correct.

Prof. Cook found that the Italians think fox is more beautiful and softer, while the Germans regarded tikuslah a more beautiful and more delicate. This happens because the fox in Italian grammar and feminine in German grammar is masculine. While the mice in Italian is masculine and feminine in German. Those who master both languages will not be puzzled because their perceptions are not based on grammar.

Medical Records Jobs Exploding In Popularity

2010-12-31T13:08:00.000+07:00

In July 2010, the Obama administration released a five-year plan to convert healthcare providers and hospitals from paper to electronic medical records. Benefits include lower costs, streamlined service, and increased safety. Under the plan, providers who do not comply by 2015 face fines and reduction in Medicare payments. This paved the way for medical records jobs to take off in popularity, which they definitely have.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates that jobs in this field will grow by 20 percent from 2008 to 2018. Providers and hospitals who do not make the conversion to electronic medical records will find it more difficult, and more expensive, to get claims approved. This fact alone puts the career of the medical record technician in the spotlight. Skilled professionals are needed to tailor and install software, map the conversion process, and train medical staff to use the new systems.

Technicians bear the responsibility of organizing patient health records in an electronic format. This includes details regarding demographics, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, testing, exams, and prescriptions. They oversee entry of this information into software and ensure that it is accessible, complete, accurate, and secure. Doing this requires excellent organization skills, knowledge of electronic medical records software, and familiarity with medical terminology.

These individuals are finding jobs in primary care and specialist practices, hospitals, health departments, and clinics. Ultimately, they are responsible for making sure that the electronic health records are accurate and complete and that medical staff and providers know how to use the software. Communication with healthcare providers and medical staff is required for clarification regarding diagnosis, conditions, treatment, tests, medication, and related aspects.

Obtaining a certificate in health information technology is the most common way to obtain the fundamental knowledge required to perform this job. Community colleges offer this and are now beginning to offer associate’s degrees in the field. As electronic medical records software evolves due to new technology, so will the role of the technician. This requires that individuals in this role keep abreast of technology and regulatory requirements within the healthcare industry. Continued learning is expected, as this career is relatively new and is expected to change as we near the deadline for compliance.

At this point, certification is not mandatory for medical record technicians but many employers prefer candidates who have it. The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) offers the certification considered the most relevant, the RHIT- Registered Health Information Technician. Individuals must have graduated from a two-year education program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). They also must pass an exam administered by AHIMA.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that medical records jobs pay an average of $30,610 annually, with the typical range being $20,440 to over $50,000 annually. Individuals performing a relevant role for the federal government command the highest annual salary but hospitals and nursing homes are other top payers. This career is one that allows individuals to work within the healthcare industry without having direct exposure to patients.

By: Conrad Wysor

Should You Consider Switching To Electronic Health Records?

2010-12-30T12:53:00.000+07:00

If you make a living in the healthcare industry, chances are that you have been hearing the term electronic health records thrown around a lot lately. Many practices are currently moving to this advanced record keeping software, but you will need to carefully consider whether or not this system works for you.

Those that have already used it will swear by this advanced system while others will say that there are a lot of issues still to be corrected with the software. Before you make a decision as to whether or not electronic health records can provide real benefits to your practice, recognize that knowledge is king, and you should seek it whenever possible.

There are many advantages to going to electronic health records. For instance, many systems include automation features that correctly code procedures. This may decrease the number of errors in your documentation, while speeding up the documentation process. Additionally, since electronic medical records are simpler to manage and fully access, if there is ever any question about your billing practices or patient care, an auditor will be able to easily go through your documentation.

Benefits for Practices with Multiple Locations

Frequently, patients may need to visit satellite offices or various outside medical providers that are at a different location. The adoption and use of electronic health records enables easy transmission from one office to the next. The ability to have this information so easily available will prove to be extremely beneficial not only to providers but also to the patients that are seeking care or diagnosis from a physician, dentist or surgeon.

Despite the fact that benefits abound when it comes to installing an EMR system, this decision is key. Know how it will change the functionality of your practice and what it will take to implement the new system. At the same time, also remember that there are real benefits, such as decreased costs and improved use of office space.

Additionally, if you have a smaller practice a good EHR system could end up saving you money on everything from transcription services to part time staff and overall office supplies. Depending on the kinds of care that you offer in your office, you could also find that electronic health records applications can be very helpful as a way to safeguard patient privacy.

Make It Easy On Yourself

When choosing a system for your medical office, ensure you have a product that is easy enough for your staff to really work with. Maintenance of the program should never seem unwieldy and upgrading should be very simple. If you choose the right software, everything from billing, to reporting and invoicing will be easier to do, and will greatly improve your productivity.

Once your staff has been effectively trained, you should also see that your staff takes well to the simplicity of such an electronic records application. By running a potentially paperless practice, you can help to improve functionality in terms of billing, accounts, scheduling and much more. Many doctors who have already switched over to an electronic health records system will say that it was the best choice they could have made and that they can't imagine working without it.

By: Carl J Hardy

President Obama And Electronic Health Records - 7 Reasons Why He Is Right

2010-12-28T16:56:00.000+07:00

A central component of President Obama's health policy is investment in electronic health records so all medical records are digitized within five years. This will include plans to strengthen the security and privacy governance arrangements for health information currently in place, ensure that health information cannot be sold or passed on without patient consent, and increase the range of penalties for those who do not protect health data appropriately. Many are already calling for serious reconsideration of introducing a national patient identifier for healthcare as part of this initiative. The President's healthcare initiative is essential to move the American healthcare system of care into the Information Age, and has the potential to dramatically improve the way all Americans are treated whether they are in or out of hospital for years to come.

We need to examine the many positive reasons why electronic health record implementation is so important for Americans, and not get lost in detailed philosophical or technical arguments that so often muddy this topic. Americans will receive gains in seven main areas through the introduction of a national electronic health record system:

1. We are in the Information Age, and healthcare, which is an Information Industry, needs to be modernized just like the banking, communications and media industries, and made more efficient, through the more effective use of health information. Electronic health records have been extensively studied and have been show to increase the overall quality of care, and to reduce medical errors.

2.The Internet and its associated multimedia environments are here to stay. Their existence will facilitate the development of an entirely new information infrastructure for healthcare, incorporating electronic health records, and numerous other multimedia environments and analytic tools. Investments in health are likely to continuously move away from bricks and mortar to bits and bytes, and the Obama plans will kick start this approach.

3. The Internet is already widely used by consumers for healthcare. 10 million Americans search online for health information about themselves or a loved one every single day - a total of 140 million Americans have already undertaken such searches. People trust their doctors and like to discuss information they have found on the internet with them. Health consumers are increasingly accustomed to the idea of their personal information being maintained online, and currently assume that much of their health information is already electronic. Major companies, such as Google and Microsoft, have illustrated this change in attitude by introducing their own personal health record systems.

4. A well introduced national health electronic information infrastructure will lead to better security and privacy than we have with our current paper records. Our present records have minimal capacity to be audited for inappropriate access by those who should not be seeing them, and are probably accessed much more than we realize.

5. Electronic health records will allow us to leverage new technologies such as virtual reality environments, telemedicine programs, multimedia applications, genetic databases and increasingly sophisticated search and decision support tools. We currently only use these tools sporadically, but in future, as we move to an increasingly personalized consumer focussed health system, they will be used routinely.

6. With the simultaneous move to some kind a national health insurance initiative, another goal of President Obama, the existence of electronic health records is simply essential to be able to provide care to the current 47 million Americans who are estimated to be uninsured.

7. Among the most essential solutions to the American healthcare crisis is the need to promote and enhance disease prevention, health promotion and chronic disease management. These approaches to care are much more effective if good quality information on both individuals and communities is already available electronically.

The need for national electronic health records is essential to allow us to improve the American healthcare system, and to make our healthcare services more personalized and consumer focused as we move increasingly into delivering healthcare in today's information age. We need to support President Obama in this important initiative.

By: Peter Yellowlees

Personal Health Records: What Are Your Options

2010-12-28T02:57:00.000+07:00

Most of you have probably seen your chart when you visit your doctor's office. In fact, you may need to visit several doctors' offices and may have charts at all these offices. To keep track and maintain all this information it makes sense keeping your own records. So what kind of information goes into personal health records? Here's a list of possible information that could go into these records.

1. Your name, blood type, date of birth and emergency contact details.

2. The date you had your last physical.

3. The dates you had some tests and screenings on, as well as the results.

4. Major illnesses you have suffered with dates.

5. Any surgeries you may have had, with dates.

6. A list of medication you are on along with the duration you have taken them.

7. Any allergies that you may have.

8. Any chronic disease that you may have.

9. Medical history of your family members.

One factor that distinguishes personal health records is the platform used to deliver it. There are various platforms such as paper, portable devices, the internet and personal computers. Let's look at some of these platforms.

Paper-based PHRs

Paper format is used to record and store your personal health information. This could be your printed laboratory records, any health history you may have created, and photo copies of notes provided by your clinic. The advantages of this method are that it is reliable, low cost and can be accessed without a computer. The disadvantage of using this method is that records may sometimes be difficult to update, share and locate. These records could get lost or damaged especially in times of a natural disaster.

PC-based PHRs

Personal computer- based software is used to record personal health information. This allows one to easily print, encrypt, and import data. Creating a backup also becomes easier as compared to paper-based records. Some PHR products can be easily copied on to mass-storage devices such as smart cards, USB flash drive and CD-ROMs. Data stored here could be lost if the personal computer is damaged.

Internet-based PHRs

A web browser can be used to access and edit health information. The advantage of using an internet-based system is that it can be accessed from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection. The PHR system can be interactive and data in such a system is not on the user's local machine but on a remote server. Backup becomes easier. However personal health records stored in this manner makes it easier for unauthorized people to access it.

By: david hess

The Benefits Of Using Electronic Health Record & Electronic Medical Records

2010-12-27T17:13:00.000+07:00

With the popularity of computers and the ability for them to sort through information within a short time frame it is no surprise that this system would be applied to the medical files and information. Health records have been around for many years and it wasn't until recently that they have become computerized. There are many benefits of electronic health records that make finding information easily accessible for medical professionals as well as the medical staff to help patients in their treatment.

An electronic health record includes an array of information that includes the past medical history of the patient and can be used to transfer important files to providers from the convenience of their computer. Such information includes demographic data, medical history, medications, allergies, immunization status, laboratory test results, other tests results, radiology imaging and billing information.

Not only do the benefits of electronic health record help with the process of patient care. It helps also ensure that everyone helping the patient is on the same page, so there is less room for confusion. This type of electronic system also helps increase the care provided by the physician as well as cuts expenses and promotes generalization of care.

Another benefit of using electronic medical records is that it saves space. The office will no longer have to be filled with filing cabinets full of patients’ paper records. Since it doesn't take very long for the patients care giver to place new information onto the patients electronic record, it also saves employees time. The reduction in use of paper is also a money saver. Not only do doctor's offices and hospitals save space and use much less paper, the insurance companies also reap the benefits of electronic medical records. Because the doctor's office can send records immediately to the insurance company, any claims are handled in a much quicker way.

Because some patients may have multiple medical problems that cause them to see several different types of physicians the electronic system allows each doctor to keep track of what is happening in the patients all around treatment process.

By: josephfooster

"why Should Physicians Embrace Electronic Health Records?"

2010-12-25T23:18:00.000+07:00

HIMSS defines Electronic Health Records (EHR) as a longitudinal electronic record of patient health information generated by one or more encounters in any care delivery setting. The information includes patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data and radiology reports. Electronic Health Record software not only automates and streamlines the clinician's workflow; it also has the ability to generate a complete record of a clinical patient encounter - as well as supporting other care-related activities including evidence-based decision support, quality management, and outcomes reporting.

Electronic health records not only improve the quality of patient care and decrease medical errors, but also help increase revenues and reduce administrative costs. Physicians can realize competitive advantages and improve the profitability of their business which is more important than ever before.

Qualitative Benefits

Since measuring return on investment (ROI) on EHR implementation is not very easy on account of an overwhelming number of qualitative benefits, most literature is filled with enumerating the qualitative benefits of EHRs. These include, but are not limited to:

Built-in error detection mechanism enhances patient safety and improves quality of patient care

Ability to ePrescribe from within EHR software

Instant access to key patient data from anywhere

Highly secure due to role-based access to clinical information

More efficient tracking of patients and costs

Better documentation and improved audit capabilities

Avoidance of repeating expensive tests and more time spent with patients

Optimized workflow and less errors across the whole patient care cycle

Easy integration of EHR software with several clinical systems due to HL-7 compatibility

Optimizes reimbursement process due to accurate coding and fewer rejected claims

Quantitative benefits

Improves charge capture: In a case study (Nick Fabrizio, July 2005, QIO Presentation quote), a family medicine physician while seeing same number of patients increased revenues by $3000 per month due to timely visit documentation and automated charge capture.

Helps maximize billing: When using paper charts, to be on the safe side of the law, many physicians down code (use a lower billing code), rather than use an appropriate level of code. Medical Economics magazine has estimated that physicians, who routinely down-code to avoid audits, lose an average of $40,000 annually.

Reduces Transcription costs: According to Medical Economics (March 2002), physicians spend between $15,000 and $25,000 over the course of a year for transcription-related services.

Reduces Storage costs: A case study revealed that a 12-physician practice saved $5,000 a year in storage space after converting to EHR. In another study, a major medical center in Boston seeing 750,000 patients a year, estimated they will save $6 million annually by reducing their dependence on paper records.

Reduces liability and malpractice insurance premiums: In a 2005 survey by the Medical Liability Monitor, a four-state average of the highest liability rates for OB/GYN was $230,919. With a two to five percent credit from malpractice insurance companies, clinics would save $4,600 to $11,500 per provider, per year, if they implemented an EHR.

By: Mark Robs

Electronic Medical Records More Prevalent Now

2010-12-24T22:19:00.000+07:00

The medical industry has changed significantly over the past decade. One of the major changes is that many medical offices are moving from paper to electronic medical records. There are also a number of practice management software packages available to medical practitioners. This makes their lives easier, but what does it mean for patients? To understand the answer to that question, it is first important to understand what an electronic medical records system is.

Generally EMRs, electronic medical records, and EHRs, electronic health records, are synonymous. These systems keep track of medical information. These systems keep medical records stored in a central location so that they can be made available to pharmacies, specialists and other providers. What this means for the patient is that medical care is becoming more portable.

President Bush created the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) in 2004. This office was headed by David Brailer in the beginning. Brailer addressed interoperability issues and established a National Health Information Network (NHIN). Regional Health Information Organizations (RHIOs) have been established under the ONC in many states for the purpose of promoting the sharing of health information. Currently, Congress continues to create legislation to increase funding for these programs and programs like them.

Moving from paper systems to EMRs is a process that is still in the beginning stages within the medical community. It is a work in progress. Many concerns exist, and privacy is one of those concerns. While a moving to an EMR would potentially give many providers, pharmacists and other medical professionals access to a patient's records, these records are kept very secure. The adoption of electronic medical records systems is clearly what the future holds, from a technology as well as legislative standpoint. In the end, the patient benefits because it is easier to fill prescriptions, transfer records and receive consistent care than with paper systems.

While the public and the medical community waits for all paper records to be transferred to EMRs, there is an online resource available to help patients manage their own health records and be proactive about their healthcare. According to Google, Google Health “puts you in charge of your health information.” The service, which is safe, secure and free, enables patients to “organize all health information in one place,” “gather medical records from doctors, hospitals and pharmacies,” “keep doctors up-to-date about your health,” and “be more informed about important health issues.” This is all part of a larger trend in which patients are becoming more pro-active in managing their health.

As medical records systems continue to move from paper to electronic, look for the ability of systems to communicate with each other to also become important. As the patient, you will benefit because of the portability of electronic health records and you will no doubt benefit from the increased continuity-of-care that they can offer.

By: Michael.Young

Deciding On Electronic Health Records Software

2010-12-24T01:32:00.000+07:00

Electronic health records software is meant to make keeping patient records easy to use, easy to access and easy to update. Ideally Electronic health records software will include claims filing, claims printing, patient charts, patient statements and patient updates. To be really effective Electronic health records software will include patient specific date also. This data in an electronic format may include the patient progress, any problems the patient has had, and the medications the patient is on or has been on, any vital signs taken during recent visits and also historical vital signs so the physician has a track record so to speak. It should also include the following to form a complete electronic picture of the patient. It should include the patients past health history, immunizations they have had, any pertinent lab data, and any pertinent radiology data.

If a physicians medical practice has a records software program that contains all of that data then it would be very easy to access it at any point from any of the practices computers and have a full picture of the patient that is in the office at the moment. Of course to get to a point where there is virtually a paperless patient record keeping takes several things to happen. First the medical practice has to go out and analyze the different health records software that is available. Then they have to make some decision as to what their budget is for this project and can they afford every part of the entire program. If they can t then they have to find a program that can be purchased in modules or segments that is also upgradable if choose in the future to add to this software program.

Before a medical practice can make this decision they also have to know the complete cost of such a program including any training, installation costs, end purchase costs, ongoing fees and any other fees that might be encountered. In addition they have to find out something about the software vendor to make sure they will be in business when the medical practice makes the decision to add to their software or make any changes to the program. They also have to make sure the software program is the right fit for the particular medical practice. This includes how any training will take place especially if the program is rather complex to learn initially.

When a medical practice is thinking about adding some form of health software programs to its computer system then it also needs to evaluate its current needs and what the believe their future needs will be. There are some programs that have other components besides health records and that may include patient billing software, claims billing software, e-prescribing of prescriptions, referrals that are made or received. There are many different program components that could go a long way to getting a medical practice paperless or perhaps less paper oriented. This also reduces storage costs and results in better documentation for the medical office staff.

By: Johm Milling

Nutrients Accelerate Wound Healing

2010-12-10T10:00:00.000+07:00

Nutrition plays a major role in wound healing process, although dependent on the severity of the injury suffered. Therefore know what nutrients are needed to accelerate wound healing.

Wound healing process is complex and through several phases:

1. Inflammatory phase
In this phase, the first narrowing of blood vessels to ensure the formation of clots. Afterwards, prostaglandins and histamine in the blood will begin to dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow to the wound.

2. Phase prolifetarif
During this phase, the matrix of new blood and skin cells begin to form, as well as functioning fibrolast produce collagen also formed.This process is influenced by lactic acid, ascorbic acid and factors affecting oxygen such as iron, copper and pyridoxine.

3. Maturation phase
At this stage, wound closure occurs in the skin, the skin began to renovate even if not closed completely.

To support this third stage, there are several nutrients that play a role, as quoted from Lifemojo, Monday, 10/10/2011), namely:

Vitamin C
This vitamin acts as a cofactor in the production of collagen, and prevent the outbreak of the wounds had healed. The source can of tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, spinach, oranges, strawberries, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower.

Vitamin A
Its role is to promote collagen synthesis and fibroblast differentiation and control of infection. The source of green leafy vegetables, fruits, yellow and orange, fortified dairy products and animal hearts.

Vitamin K
Blood clotting is the first phase of the process of wound healing, and vitamin K plays a major role in this process. Vitamin C with calcium produce thrombin (clotting main agent of the body). The source of green leafy vegetables, broccoli, grapes, avocado and kiwi.

Zinc
Zinc helps the various types of enzymes in the body to perform its function, because many enzymes involved in wound healing, especially the production of collagen. Besides helping the process of cell division that allows the body to use a particular protein. The source of seafood, lamb, red meat, cereals. asparagus, cabbage, peas, miso and sesame seeds.

Iron
In the process of collagen synthesis, iron is required for the hydroxylation of proline and lysine. If the iron deficiency (anemia) will interfere with wound healing. Source can be from turmeric, green beans, aspragaus, tofu, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, scallions, seaweed, beef and deer.

Copper (copper)
Copper helps the enzyme lysyl oxidase to produce collagen and elastin, which serves to promote wound healing faster. The source of tomatoes, potatoes, green beans, ginger, mustard greens, eggplant, asparagus, sunflower seeds, peppermint, radish, crimini mushrooms and tempeh.

Progestin, To Help Patients Progesterone Deficiency

2010-10-25T10:19:00.000+07:00

Progestin, To Help Patients Progesterone Deficiency, Progestin is a synthetic progestogen that has an effect similar to natural progesterone. Progestin is a hormone and is used by both men and women for different purposes.

Progestins are prescribed for several reasons:
1. To properly regulate the menstrual cycle and stop treating unusual menstrual periods (amenorrhea). Progestins work by causing changes in the uterus.

After a number of progestin in the blood decreases, the uterine lining begins to be apart of and vaginal bleeding occurs (menstrual period). Progestins help other hormones start and stop the menstrual cycle.

2. To help pregnancy occur during egg donor or infertility procedures in women does not produce enough progesterone. Progesterone is also given to help maintain the pregnancy if the body is less capable.

3. To prevent the thickening of the uterine lining (endometrial hyperplasia) in postmenopausal women who were treated with estrogen for ovarian hormone therapy or ovarian hormone therapy (OHT).

4. To treat the pain associated with endometriosis, a condition where endometrial tissue that lines the uterus migrate to other female organs.

5. To treat a condition called endometriosis, to help prevent endometrial hyperplasia, or to treat abnormal bleeding, and weight of the uterus (dysfunctional uterine bleeding) by starting or stopping the menstrual cycle.

6. To help treat kidney cancer, uterine, and breast. Progestins help change the cancer cell's ability to react to hormones and other proteins that cause tumor growth.In this way, progestins can stop tumor growth.

7. To test the body to produce certain hormones, like estrogen.

8. To treat loss of appetite, severe weight loss, and muscle weakness in patients with AIDS or cancer by producing specific proteins that cause increased appetite and weight.

Progestins can also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Progestins can help other hormones work properly, helps prevent anemia (low iron levels in the blood), too much blood loss due to menstruation, and uterine cancer.Progestins are available only by prescription.

Progestins are also used in certain patients with medical conditions as follows:

Carcinoma of prostate
Corpus luteum insufficiency
Hot flashes, night sweats
Polycystic ovary syndrome
Mature or premature puberty

Packaging

This product is available in tablet dosage forms, suspensions, capsules, jelly, cream, and kits.

Dose

Medroxyprogesterone tablet dosage forms:

1. For controlling abnormal bleeding and dysfunctional uterine bleeding or treating unusual menstrual periods (amenorrhea):
Adults and teenagers: 5 to 10 mg per day for five to ten days as directed by your doctor.

2. To prepare the uterus menstrual period:
Adults and teenagers: 10 mg per day for five or ten days as directed by your doctor.

To prevent the thickening of the uterine lining (endometrial hyperplasia) when taking estrogen in ovarian hormone therapy in postmenopausal women:

1. Adults: When taking estrogen each day on day one to day 25; 5 to 10 mg per day for ten to fourteen or more each month as directed by your doctor. Or your doctor may want the patient to drink 2.5 or 5 mg per day without stopping. Your doctor will help determine the number of tablets is best for the patient and when to drink it.

Dosage form of an injection into the muscle:
To treat kidney or uterine cancer:
Adults and teenagers: At first, 400-1000 mg injected into a muscle as a single dose once a week. Then, your doctor may lower the dose to 400 mg or more once a month.

For injection dosage form under the skin:
To treat the pain of endometriosis:
Adults and teenagers: 104 mg injected under the skin of the thigh or abdomen every three months (12 to 14 weeks) no more than 2 years.

To megestrol suspension dosage forms:
To treat loss of appetite (anorexia), muscle weakness (cachexia), or weight loss due to AIDS:
Adults and teenagers: 800 mg per day during the first month. Your doctor may want the patient to take 400 or 800 mg daily for three months.

To megestrol tablet dosage forms:
For treating breast cancer:
Adults and teenagers: 160 mg per day as a single dose or in divided doses for two months or more.

To treat uterine cancer:
Adults and teenagers: 40-320 mg daily for two months or more.

To treat loss of appetite (anorexia), muscle weakness (cachexia), or weight caused by cancer:
Adults and teenagers: 400 to 800 mg per day.

Norethindrone tablet dosage forms:
For controlling abnormal bleeding and dysfunctional uterine bleeding or stopping of menstrual periods that is not usual (amenorrhea):
Adults and teenagers: 2.5 to 10 mg per day from day 5 to day 25 (calculated from the first day of last menstrual cycle). Your doctor may want the patient to take medicine only for five to ten days.

To treat endometriosis:
Adults and teenagers: At first, 5 mg daily for two weeks. Your doctor may increase your dose slowly to 15 mg daily for six to nine months. Let your doctor know if the patient's menstrual period has begun. physician may want the patient to drink more or may want the patient to stop taking medication for a short time.

Progesterone capsule dosage form:
To prevent the thickening of the uterine lining (endometrial hyperplasia) when taking estrogen for ovarian hormone therapy in postmenopausal women:
Adults: 200 mg per day at bedtime for 12 continuous days per 28 day cycle of estrogen treatment each month.

To treat menstrual periods stop the unusual (amenorrhea):
Adults: 400 mg per day at bedtime for ten days.

Vaginal gel dosage forms:
To stop an unusual menstrual periods (amenorrhea):
Adults and teenagers: 45 mg once daily for up to six doses. The dose may be increased to 90 mg once daily for six doses if needed.

For use with infertility procedures:
Adults and teenagers: 90 mg once or twice a day. If pregnancy occurs, treatment can be continued until 10-12 weeks.

Injectable dosage forms:
For controlling abnormal bleeding and dysfunctional uterine bleeding or stopping of menstrual periods that is not usual (amenorrhea):
Adults and teenagers: 5 to 10 mg per day injected into a muscle for six to ten days.Your doctor may want patients to receive 100 or 150 mg injected into a muscle as a single dose. Sometimes your doctor may want apsien taking estrogen. If the menstrual period had started, the doctor will advise patients to stop taking medication.

Vaginal suppository dosage forms:
To maintain the pregnancy (at ovulation and in early pregnancy):
Adults and teenagers: 25 mg to 100 mg (one suppository) inserted into the vagina once or twice a day before ovulation. Your doctor may want patients to use medication to eleven weeks.

Side Effects
Depending on how much the progestin used, progestin can have different effects.For example, high doses of progesterone are needed for women who want to continue the pregnancy while progestins in low doses can prevent a pregnancy occurs.

Other effects can lead to weight gain, increased body temperature, increase the milk-producing glands for breast-feeding, and resting the uterus to maintain pregnancy.

Side effects are more common:

1. Increasing the amount of menstrual bleeding on monthly periods, lighter vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods, heavier vaginal bleeding between monthly periods, or stopping of menstrual periods.

2. Sperti blood sugar symptoms: dry mouth, frequent urination, loss of appetite, or unusual thirst.

Side effects are rarely encountered:
1. Mental depression
2. Skin rash
3. Milk flow increases with the unexpected

Sources: MayoClinic

Smoke Stoves Cause Deaths Two Million Per Year

2010-10-18T08:48:00.000+07:00

Smoke from burning stoves and heaters are not perfect has caused the death of 2 million people per year. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), indoor air pollution from stoves has affected about 3 billion people or nearly half the world's population.

According to the NIH scientists, in addition to impact on human health, the fuel used in stoves causes of deforestation and environmental degradation. Wood, dried plants, charcoal, animal dung, coal or fuel used for the stove filled the house with thick smoke and blackening the ceiling. This increases the risk of health problems such as cancer, pneumonia, and chronic lung disease.

Women and children who have experienced the greatest risk of health damage due to being at home all the time, while men usually leave the house when the daytime. Women and girls usually collect firewood for the stove. This task is time consuming because they must walk for miles from the settlement thus increasing the risk of experiencing sexual violence and other types of violence.

If women and girls do not need to spend so much time to collect fuel, they will have more time to get an education and build the economy, says the researcher, as quoted from HealthDay, Tuesday (18/10/2011).

"Many people in developed countries do not realize that the smoke from cooking food indoors is harmful to health. International efforts to combat the epidemic has now been started. The role of NIH is to support research that will determine the most efficient means and cost-effective to maintain human health "says Dr. Francis Collins, one of the authors of the report and director of the U.S. National Institutes of Health.

To overcome this problem, the UN has launched a public-private partnership called the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves. The goal is to get the stove and fuel efficient for 100 million homes by 2020, and is expected for all homes later.

The Forcast For Healthcare Management Jobs

2010-10-12T07:46:00.000+07:00

As the U.S. population ages, healthcare management jobs are likely to increase greatly, both in number and in remuneration. This also includes careers in healthcare such as administration and allied health occupations in which business skills are more important than a medical degree.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), health care was the nation’s largest industry in 2004, providing 13.5 million jobs nationwide. About 411,000 of these health care workers were independent, self-employed professionals. 40% of the fastest growing occupations consist of careers in healthcare. Such healthcare management jobs include traditional fields such as nursing and physician’s assistant, but can also include medical secretaries and home and personal home health care aides.

Even if the U.S. finally joins the rest of the industrialized world by offering free, single-payer universal health care to all its citizens (by no means a foregone conclusion given the financial power of the insurance and pharmaceutical industries – but increasingly, a possibility with rising anger and frustration on the part of working Americans over a dysfunctional “for-profit” health care system), the job outlook should be unaffected. In fact, it is even likely to improve; contrary to corporate media propaganda, health care professionals in countries with socialized medicine enjoy a high standard of living and substantially greater job security as government employees than their U.S. counterparts.

Most healthcare management jobs are in hospitals (over 41%). Nursing homes and residential care facilities make up the second largest source of employment, with private medical and dental offices a close third.

In any event, the DOL now predict that most of the new wage and salaried jobs created over the next seven to ten years will be in healthcare management. Most of these workers have jobs requiring no more than an associate’s (two-year) degree; nonetheless, those with careers in healthcare are among the most educated in the nation.

Whatever shape health care takes in the U.S. during the coming decades, healthcare management jobs will be plentiful. If you are going to take advantage of the growing opportunities in careers in healthcare, you’ll want to make sure you are enrolled in, and receive a good quality health care management education.

Healthcare management education is offered at most major universities; there are also many schools that specialize in such courses of study. These train prospective students for careers requiring no more than an associate’s degree, such as dental hygienist, or anesthetists, which require more advanced training but do not need a medical degree; health care marketing; and even physical education for young people. Some institutions offer healthcare management education online. Before starting on your healthcare management education, you’ll want to check out several of these institutions to find out which is the best for you.

Saving Tips The Right and Safe Drugs

2010-10-02T08:16:00.000+07:00

Most of the cases are caused by drug poisoning due to wrong drug storage. Storing medicine properly can ensure the safety of the use of these drugs.

Storage of drugs the right way to help maintain the condition of the drug remains in good condition or not broken. Moreover, it also can avoid the mistakes the use of drugs by the wrong people, such as children.

As quoted from MedicineNet, Tuesday (10/10/2011), Cleveland Clinic recommends ways to correct storage of drugs, namely:

1. Follow storage instructions on drug labels
Usually on the drug label will be written instructions, including drug store in a covered container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light, and keep from freezing.

2. Avoid leaving medications in the bathroom, car, or in a place that
humid and too hot.

3. Cool the drug only if the drug label was written so
Form of certain drugs, such as suppositories must be stored in a refrigerator.

4. Make sure all medications are kept safely out of reach of children
Drug store out of reach of children is very important because it can avoid the mistakes of certain drug use by children, thereby also avoiding cases of drug poisoning in children. Cases of drug poisoning in children, include:
a. Misuse of drugs used in young adults.
b. The case of swallowed drug in children because children want to try it.
c. The drug is indicated for children, but because it is within the reach of children so that dosing errors occur.

5. If using a pill organizer, make sure that all drugs can be easily identified
Pill organizer, or a pill container, or special pill boxes used to store drugs in accordance with the scheduled dose for a person. Pill organizer is usually made with compartments for each day of the week. Pill organizer is a place to store medications to prevent or reduce drug misuse by patients. Storing drugs in a pill organizer must be made with care, to prevent drug misuse.

6. Keep medications in original containers with lids tightly closed
Somehow the original container of drugs derived from plants has been designed so that it can store medication properly.

7. Dispose of outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed
It is necessary to check the medicine cabinet periodically, to keep track of drugs that are already expired. The remaining drugs obtained by prescription from previous treatment if it is no longer needed, should also be discarded. Disposal of drugs that have expired and drugs that are no longer needed to prevent drug toxicity.

Education Jobs Vs Health Jobs

2010-07-19T12:19:00.000+07:00

When looking at education jobs and health jobs it would be very pointless to simply compare the two as there are completely different jobs and lifestyles but the similarities in their beneficial aspects are something to consider.

Jobs in the health business are one of the best career opportunities for candidates who are seeking to help the public and receive beneficial experience and rewarding success. Although when thought of at first, the initial jobs that spring to mind are those of a nurse and doctor, you will be surprised at the amount of ‘behind the scenes’ opportunities there are for someone looking to work in that field. There are a number of health careers like these such as a medical assistant, (somebody who assists nurses and doctors with routine tasks such as giving injections etc and fulfilling the demand for home health Jobs aides, (providing the sick, aged and disabled with help in their homes)

Unlike other professions, health job requirements, in terms of the candidate’s persona and overall attitude towards their work, are very similar to that of a career in education. Education jobs such as a Learning Support Worker require the employee to obtain specific personality traits such as patience, calmness, professionalism, sympathetic tendencies and independency, which are much like the type of traits needed for a job such as a home health Jobs aide etc.

Each day around the clock employees who work in both the health and education industries provide care and support for hundreds of people in the UK. From newborns and students with disabilities to the elderly and very ill, a career in these areas of work provides beneficial and rewarding results to anyone who decides to engage in their job roles.

Despite needing up to 4 years of education to become a health professional such as a doctor, there are many career paths you can take of which require only little or basic experience and education. This is the same for education jobs, however if you are wanting to work in an independent field of this career path than the opportunity to work with children is an aspect which requires both qualifications and experience.

So if you think that you would like to start looking into working in one of these two fields today, start with recruitment agencies to have a search through the job roles available and the requirements needed to work in them.

Free surgery to enlarge penis in Cuba Laris Manis

2010-03-09T18:35:00.000+07:00

The Cuban government has policies eliminate all types of health care, including surgery to enlarge the penis. Although already warned the danger, demand is booming, especially from among young people who lack confidence.

Lately, the doctors in Cuba often complained about the amount of young people who abuse the free operating policy. Many come and ask for a referral whining, but medically there is no abnormality that needs to be corrected through surgery.

Patients who generally came from among teenage males are mostly just not confident with the size of his penis. The teens are worried that one day could not satisfy their partner during sex if the size of his genitals mediocre.

"It does not take too long penis to satisfy your partner. Women have a lot of erotic area to be stimulated," said the expert in sexuality from the Cuban Ministry of Health, as quoted by Ramiro Fragas Skynews, Sunday (10/09/2011).

Special messages from the staff of the Ministry of Health is delivered in a newspaper interview with one particular young people in Cuba recently. Fragas said the government is concerned with too much demand for penis enlargement surgery.

According to him, such an operation can only add to the size of the genitals only 1-2 cm long. The effect is certainly nothing compared to the risk, because surgery is very invasive and if one cut the tendons might not even want his penis erect.

Penis enlargement surgery is only intended for men who are medically necessary repair her genitals. For example on the condition of micropenis, is defined as having less than 4 inches long when flaccid and less than 7.5 cm when strained.

Most men of course Cuba is not included in the category of micropenis, because the latest survey showed the average penis size in the country is 11-15 cm. Even if there are shorter, the man can still satisfy their partner because, according to Fragas, the important thing is not size but technique.

Electronic Health Records: How To Improve Productivity Through The Dictation Process

2010-02-03T13:21:00.000+07:00

Electronic health records are definitely the talk around the medical office water cooler these days. Medical offices who are considering going electronic have heard that EHRs make you less productive and have long implementation schedules. But how much of your productivity actually suffers? It all depends on whether your practice decides to use a point and click method or integrate a medical transcription service into your electronic health records.

By integrating medical transcription services into your electronic health records, physicians no longer have to document a patient's condition by pointing and clicking at pre-assigned categories that only tell part of the story. Study after study has shown a significant loss of productivity when they choose such a point and click system over integrating traditional dictation into their electronic health record. The most effective way to boost productivity while making the switch is to integrate medical transcription services into electronic health records. It's as simple as that.

Did you know that dictated and transcribed documents make up more than half of a typical health record? Most health records contain a doctor's verbal description of a patient's condition that cannot be narrowed down to the predefined categories of the point and click system available through many electronic health records. Doctors cannot tell the complete story with a point and click system in their own words. The more time they spend wrestling with the vague categories of the point and click system, the less time they have to spend on the patient.

Most physicians who make the switch through a point and click system will notice that they'll spend at least 1 or 2 more hours per day on documentation alone. They'll also end up seeing 2 to 4 fewer patients per day after they've made the switch. This kind of difference can mean a loss of more than a thousand dollars a week for every doctor. In the case of point and click methods, electronic health records become a step backwards in physician productivity.

If you stick to traditional dictation process in your electronic health records, you'll find it takes a physician only 2 minutes speaking into a digital recorder what would take 10 minutes to record with the point and click method. This time adds up to less care the doctor can give each patient, fewer patients that can be seen, and less money the physician practice makes in the course of a day, all in the push to switch to electronic health records.

The truth, however, is that you really don't have to give up the dictation process when you make the transition to electronic health records. Simply integrate dictation services into an electronic format. Physicians don't need to learn a new process, they can use their own language to describe a patient's condition, and they have more time to see that patient.

EHRs should improve productivity, not be a step backwards in time. Advance your productivity into the future with integrated medical transcription service into your electronic health records from a capable medical transcription company.

By: Craig Mercure

Electronic Health Records: The Future Of Medical Data

2010-02-02T13:18:00.000+07:00

Upon the passage of health care reform, our country’s medical industry is expected to add approximately 23 million additional users to the health care system. For an already burdened system, digitizing medical data is a viable solution for easing the transition into universal healthcare. But migrating an entire nation’s health records to electronic health records systems will do more than simply reduce the excess workload, it will change the way people manage their own care.

Changing Social Dynamics

The future of medical data is changing with our nation’s social dynamics. With increased access to individual health information through electronic health records systems, or an instant messaging session with a doctor, the traditional role of patient and physician is evolving into something more modern. No longer will patients walk into an appointment uninformed and uneducated. Rather, they will have had access to their electronic health records online, reviewed their latest lab results, and read recommended articles concerning their conditions before walking through the door.

Increased access to personal medical information will be a welcome change for a younger generation used to status updates, instant messaging, and social networking. While most patients might not be sharing their latest CAT scan on Facebook, soon-to-be parents are posting their babies’ ultrasound images and using social networking sites to share information about conditions, treatments, and doctor efficiency.

Closing the Communications Gap

Electronic health records technology closes the communications gap between clinics and patients, physicians and files, and information and decisions. Doctors appointments will be scheduled online and lab results can be reviewed on your smart phone, eliminating the formalities of follow-up visits and quarterly check-ups.

Electronic health records allow people to get more involved in their health care decisions, while doctors will be able to use additional information for better diagnostic and treatment decisions. These changes will be aided by the national shift to electronic health records currently underway throughout the health care industry. A massive effort being helped by $19 billion dollars from the federal government’s 2009 economic stimulus package.

Learn More About Electronic Health Records

Electronic health records technology will significantly improve how our health care system effectively communicates and treats our nation’s health. If you need more information about electronic health record systems and how they may improve the quality of health care for your practice, contact e-MDs, a leader in electronic medical record software provision.

e-MDs offers a host of affordable solutions for physicians and facilities looking to modernize or enhance their services with the latest electronic health records technology. e-MDs is committed to providing affordable and integrated EHR and Practice Management Software solutions, including clinical, financial and document management modules designed to automate medical practice processes and chart management – delivering the clinical tools needed to succeed in today’s health care environment.

From e-MDs Chart to e-MDs Tracking Board, you can find additional detailed information about all the different services and benefits an electronic health records system has to offer your practice by contacting a representative right now at 1.888.344.9836 or sales@e-mds.com.

By: MichaelYoung

Age Pregnant Adolescents at Risk 4 X Fold Died At Birth

2009-12-06T08:57:00.000+07:00

Age Pregnant Adolescents at Risk 4 X Fold Died At Birth Women are not old enough not to get married first suggested because of their reproductive organs have not been strong enough to have sex or give birth.Pregnant adolescents at risk 4-fold suffered serious injuries and died in childbirth.

Countries in Asia Pacific can be said to fail to deal with teenagers and young children. Despite economic growth and improvement of health services overall, but when talking about health and sexual and reproductive rights, adolescents and young people still lack the information and underserved.

"For example, all countries in the Asia Pacific region have laws against child marriage, but in many countries nearly 50 percent of women marry before age 18 years," said Dr. Nafis Sadik, Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for HIV / AIDS in Asia Pacific in the occasion of the 6th Asia Pacific Conference on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights 2011 at Graha Sabha Pramana UGM, Yogyakarta, as written on Friday (10/21/2011).

The implications are very serious and, in some young women can be fatal.

"Young women and teenagers have a 4-fold risk compared with older women to experience the risk of severe injury or death in childbirth," said Dr. Sadik.

Here are some of the dangers which threatened when a woman is married and pregnant at a young age (before 20 years):

In the reproductive organs he was not ready to touch or contain, so that if the pregnancy at risk of developing high blood pressure (because the body is not strong). This condition is usually not detected at early stages, but eventually lead to convulsions, bleeding and even death to the mother or baby.
Egg owned by women are not yet ready.
Risk of cervical cancer (cervical cancer), because the younger person's age at first intercourse, the greater the risk of reproductive areas contaminated by the virus.

In addition, Dr. Sadik also said that getting married at a young age makes a woman permanently become independent and not always rely on her husband, so that would later influence on social and economic status.

"The wife of the young usually do not get enough education so that opportunities to be self-cutting, including to seek reproductive health services. As such, they are more likely to be exposed to many health risks, not only the risk of pregnancy but also violence, sexually transmitted infections including HIV and AIDS, "said Dr. Nafis.

Another area of coverage that

2009-11-30T15:49:00.000+07:00

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