Resources
PA REACH East is your one-stop-shop for expert advice on the adoption of EHR systems into individual and small group practices in eastern PA. To ensure that you have all of the facts about the services that we provide, as well as a clear understanding of the support and funding that is available through the federal government for the meaningful use of EHR technology, we have highlighted some key resources for you to quickly access from this page.
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ICD-10 Training Resources for Physicians & Practices
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List of resource links and educational tools to help practices successfully prepare for ICD-10 implementation. |
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HSX at a Glance
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HealthShare Exchange (HSX) fact sheet. |
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HSX Independent Ambulatory Practice Referral Form
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Complete this referral form to provide baseline information to HSX if your practice is interested in participating in the regional health information exchange (HIE). |
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Volume to Value Educational Series Flyer
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Flyer that provides highlights about the PA Medical Society's NEW Volume to Value Educational Series. |
Volume to Value Series Curriculum
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Outlines the courses included in the PA Medical Society's Volume to Value Educational Series. |
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Practice Transformation Network flyer
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Learn more about what a Practice Transformation Network (PTN), why clinicians should join, and how to submit your interest to participate. |
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Practice Transformation Network Fact Sheet
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Find out more about the new CMS Practice Transformation Network opportunity. |
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Practice Transformation Network Letter of Intent
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Download this Practice Transformation Letter of Intent to submit your interest in participating in this new initiative.
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CMS 2014 CEHRT Flexibility Rule
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Presentation slides from the CMS 2014 CEHRT Flexibility Rule webinar that provides details about this rule. |
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Aligning PQRS with Meaningful Use CQMs in 2014
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Presentation slides from the Aligning PQRS with Meaningful Use CQMS in 2014 Webinar, hosted delivered on April 29,2013 and again on May 6, 2014. |
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Blue Button Guide for Providers
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A guide for providers about Blue Button that specifies how implementing Blue Button can meet Stage 2 requirements and as an added benefit, improve patient engagement.
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Blue Button Guide for Patients
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A guide for patients about Blue Button that specifies what it is, how to use it and why it is beneficial to have access to personal health information.
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How DIRECT Improves Teamwork
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View this informational sheet to learn more about the advantages of using Direct to quickly and securely share health information with the provider team and the patient. This sheet includes a diagram showing how Direct functions to provide a more seamless referral process for patients and the entire care team. |
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Blue Button Provider FAQs
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Use this handout to learn more about Blue Button, why providers should use this tool and what you should tell your patients about Blue Button.
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Meaningful Use is a Team Sport: Stage 2
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Everyone plays an important role in meeting both the Stage 2 core and menu criteria of Meaningful Use. This handout illustrates an example of the teamwork involved in achieving Meaningful Use with a full list of the Stage 2 criteria on the reverse side. |
| CQM Alignment with Million Hearts
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Use this tool to see how the aims of the Million Hearts initiative align with clinical quality measures from PQRS, Meaningful Use, Accountable Care Organization (ACO) requirements, and more.
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UPDATED 11.7.13
PA-SIIS HL7 Interface EMR Vendor List
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View the updated PA Statewide Immunization Information System (PA-SIIS) HL7 Interface EMR Vendor List to see the status of EMR vendors progress towards implementing a HL7 interface. (List updated on 11.7.13) |
| HIE Fact Sheet - PA eHealth Partnership Authority
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This fact sheet covers a variety of issues about how HIE improves health care quality and delivery, the financial benefits of HIE and how it has received universal support from public and private sectors.
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CMS Stage 2 Toolkit
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This Toolkit is an interactive document that provides users with resources and information about Stage 2 of the EHR Incentive Programs and 2014 Clinical Quality Measure requirements. The toolkit includes materials for eligible professionals (EPs), eligible hospitals and critical access hospitals (CAHs).
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| Program Deadlines for CMS Programs 2013
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View and download the presentation slides from CMS's Webinar, entitled, "Provider Deadlines for CMS Programs 2013".
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| DPW Meaningful Use Webinar on 2/27/13 - Presentation Slides
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View and download the presentation slides from DPW's Meaningful Use Webinar which was held on Wednesday, February 27, 2013.
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ONC's Guide to Privacy & Security of Health Information
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This guide provides insight into the many facets of privacy and security surrounding health IT. Learn what privacy and security is, why its important, and gain access to resources and tools which will ensure that you meet the privacy & security measures for Meaningful Use. |
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Toolset for E-Prescribing Implementation in Physician Offices
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This toolset is designed to provide physician offices with step-by-step guidance for preparing for and launching an e-prescribing system. |
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Toolset for E-Prescribing Implementation in Independent Pharmacies
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This toolset is designed to provide independent pharmacies with step-by-step guidance for preparing for and launching an e-prescribing system. |
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CMS Eligibility Page
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Are you eligible to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs? |
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REACH EAST Fact Sheet
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Learn who we are and how we can help
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DHHS’ Facts-At-A-Glance
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HITECH Priority Grants Program – what is it and how does it work?
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HHS Fact Sheet
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Learn more about PA REACH, the services we provide, and why the time to act is NOW
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What is the HITECH Program?
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See how the RECs across the country will work together to provide support for EHR implementation
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Why Health IT?
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Find out what prompted this movement toward health IT, and why it is so important
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HITECH Programs
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Learn more about the goal to improve patient care nationwide by investing in HIT
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Health IT Buzz
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Health IT Hot Topics – find out what others are saying or post your own comments
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