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strategiC
information technology consulting
Contemporary
information systems can enable medical practices to streamline workflow
processes and improve efficiency by seamlessly interfacing:
The added value of
access to medical decision support and clinical guidelines can improve
compliance with evidence-based medicine standards and promotes
cost-effective treatment decisions.
Partners offers
medical groups multifaceted information technology (IT) expertise
throughout the needs assessment, selection process and implementation of
the most appropriate Practice Management System and Electronic Medical
Record System for your practice. Optimal function of these key
components requires effective two-way data communication between the
systems to maximize efficiency and achieve optimal return on investment.
Partners can help
control cost and avoid expensive pitfalls while designing your IT
strategic plan. Through an initial needs assessment, system evaluation,
development of a Request For Proposal (RFP), a structured selection
process, and a clear implementation plan, we can keep this process on
time and on budget.
An optimal
selection process achieves the following objectives:
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On
budget selection/conversion costs
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Involvement of key client personnel
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Matching of practice needs and system requirements
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Appropriate purchase agreements
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Improved patient care through efficient access to al required
information
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Cost-effective practice modifications that incorporate evidence-based
decision support.
Our experienced
team of consultants will provide analysis on historical vendor
performance and associated costs for the proposed system, comparing and
contrasting the vendor options. We will also offer assistance in vendor
contract negotiations to ensure the client's risk is manageable
throughout the length of the contract.
Partners can also
support the implementation of the new system by:
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Constructing a conversion timeline
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Identifying costs and internal resource requirements
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Ensuring vendor accountability
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Assisting in workflow modifications to capitalize on more efficient
capabilities.
Our interest is
to maximize the client's return on investment in a well-managed
information technology strategy from selection to implementation.
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