Practice performance metrics are in focus whenever a new tool is introduced to improve patient care. In this series, we’ll focus on practice success and patient care when adopting or maintaining an eConsult program. Many of these strategies apply to increasing the adoption of any new technology or program.
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Navigating the Boom: Healthcare Specialties and Wait Times
Navigating the Boom: Healthcare Specialties and Wait Times – The demand for top-quality specialty care in the healthcare industry is on the rise, yet so are the wait times to access these services. The current top specialties are: Radiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Psychiatry and Gastroenterology.
Patient Education for Informed Decision-Making
In today’s complex world of healthcare, it’s more important than ever for people to have the knowledge they need to make wise decisions about their well-being. Patient education is a key part of this process, and it’s about more than just passing along information.
Targeting Healthcare Cost Savings? Focus on High-Value eConsults
At-risk practices that focus on high-value eConsults see the greatest benefits from their eConsult programs — healthcare cost savings and improved patient outcomes. These practices identify patients at high risk of serious health events, such as emergency department visits or inpatient hospitalizations, and prevent them.
How to Stay Engaged with your Primary Care Network
Referral specialists play a vital role in extending specialized medical expertise to patients, while PCPS act as the initial touchpoint in a patient’s healthcare journey. Nurturing a strong bond between these two critical components ensures seamless patient transitions and fosters a synergy that enhances diagnostic accuracy, treatment efficacy, and overall patient outcomes.
Benefits of using eConsult Telehealth Services
We asked our PCPs how eConsult telehealth technology is transforming the delivery of primary care. Find out how AristaMD has impacted their practices.
Electronic Consultation Responses Across Multiple Specialty Areas
A sample electronic consultation, or eConsult, is based on an actual response from a specialist. This booklet includes specialty care responses for cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, and more.
eConsults Assist with Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis & Medication Management
Accessing specialists who can help accurately diagnose and provide medication management for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be challenging, particularly for individuals living in rural or underserved areas. ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction and behavior.
What do Providers Need to Succeed in Value-based Payment Models? Healthcare Analytics and Reporting
Physicians can use healthcare analytics to identify patients at risk for certain conditions, allowing them to manage those patients and improve outcomes proactively. Healthcare analytics also help physicians track outcomes and measure the cost savings associated with their interventions. Physicians need access to data on referrals to specialists to ensure they are making…
Pediatric Neurology
How Federally Qualified Health Center, North County Health Services, solved significant issues in access to specialty care through eConsult use.