HIMSS Press Room: Press Releases

Citadel Events and HIMSS Strengthen Focus on Healthcare Informatics in UK

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

Citadel Events, organizers of HEALTH+IN4MATICS 2012, and HIMSS, have formalized their strategic alliance, in place since December 2011, with the two organizations collaborating to provide a strong, integrated platform for health information technology events in the United Kingdom. To begin this process, HIMSS has taken a financial share in the privately owned, event-organising company, strengthening the pursuit by both organizations of better healthcare delivery in the UK with the best use of healthcare IT. 

HIMSS Submits Comments on Meaningful Use Stage 2 and Standards & Certification Criteria NPRMs

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:00:00 EST

HIMSS submitted comments to the Department of Health and Human Services in response to the two Notices of Proposed Rulemaking on the Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs:  Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Electronic Health Record Incentive Program--Stage 2; and Health Information Technology: Standards, Implementation Specifications, and Certification Criteria for Electronic Health Record Technology, 2014 Edition; Revisions to the Permanent Certification Program for Health Information Technology

HIMSS Analytics Europe identifies first EMRAM Stage 7 hospital in Spain

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics Europe has announced today that the Marina Salud Hospital de Dénia in Spain has achieved Stage 7 of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM). It is the first hospital in Spain and the second hospital in Europe to achieve the highest rating on HIMSS Analytics’ EMRAM scale, which evaluates the digitization level of a hospital. Stage 7 is awarded for achieving a paperless medical record environment. The Hospital de Dénia will be officially recognised for their achievements at the pan-European eHealth Week 2012 conference in Copenhagen, 7-9 May 2012.

HIMSS Analytics Recognizes Banner Health with Stage 7 Award

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:00:00 EST

Participate with HIMSS in National Nurses Week - May 6-12

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:30:00 EST

Nurses share their talents in diverse settings and many choose to specialize their practice and expertise in highly defined areas or types of patient care. To honor these caregivers, HIMSS is joining the American Nurses Association and numerous partners in celebrating National Nurses Week, held May 6-12, 2012.

BCS and HIMSS Analytics Europe to collaborate on EMR Adoption Model project

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:15:00 EST

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT and HIMSS have signed a memorandum of understanding that will see them collaborating on a project to introduce HIMSS Analytics Electronic Medical Records Adoption Model (EMRAM)SM to the UK. The announcement was made today by Matthew Swindells, Chair of BCS Health, during the opening plenary at HC2012, the annual health informatics conference run by the Institute.

Track Medicare/Medicaid EHR Incentive Payments with HIMSS State HIT Dashboard

Tue, 01 May 2012 16:30:00 EST

As eligible hospitals and eligible professionals continue receiving their Medicare or Medicaid EHR Incentive payments, the HIMSS State HIT Dashboard now includes information on both programs.  The Dashboard, a primary, credible resource for current health IT initiatives in the United States, provides an easy-to-read, interactive map that tracks these activities in a searchable format by state.

In Honor of John C Wade, FCHIME, FHIMSS - Former HIMSS Board Chair

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

Former HIMSS Chair of the HIMSS Board of Directors, John C. Wade, FCHIME, FHIMSS, died on April 28, 2012, at his home in Overland Park, Kan., a suburb of Kansas City, Mo.  Wade served as HIMSS Board Chair from July 1, 2007 – June 30, 2008.

HIMSS eBooks Now Available

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EST

A recent survey of HIMSS members conducted by HIMSS said it all – they want eBooks.

U.S. Hospital IT Data Released for Research

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

When it comes to finding data on health information technology for research purposes, The Dorenfest Institute for Health Information Technology, Research and Education, managed by the HIMSS Foundation, simplifies that search with the availability of U.S. health IT market and updated 2009 data from the HIMSS Analytics™ Database. The Dorenfest Institute provides a variety of detailed historical data, reports and white papers about IT use in hospitals and integrated healthcare delivery networks at no charge to universities, students under university license, U.S. governments (local, state and federal), and governments of other countries that will be using the data for research purposes.

Quality and Safety Linked to Advanced Health IT, Quality and Safety Measures

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EST

Hospitals identified as 100 Top Hospital® award winners by Thomson Reuters were found to use more advanced levels of information technology (IT)-enabled processes when compared to the overall U.S. hospital population.  Research looking at the possible relationship between the hospitals identified as 100 Top Hospital® award winners by Thomson Reuters and the HIMSS Analytics Electronic Medical Records Adoption Model (EMRAM?) scores was conducted in November 2011.  Hospitals included in the sample received the 100 Top Hospital® award in either 2009 or 2010.

Testing Interoperability of Health IT Systems, 2013 Connectathon Set for Jan. 28-Feb.2

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST

Bringing engineers and IT architects together to test interoperability, the  IHE North America (NA) Connectathon 2013 comes to Chicago on Jan. 28-Feb. 2, 2013, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Drive. The Connectathon continues its substantial year-to-year growth as the benefits of interoperability, where health information systems work together and share information across organizational boundaries to improve healthcare delivery, become more evident.  In January 2012, the Connectathon reached record-breaking participation, with over 120 participating organizations testing more than 150 systems advancing the health IT industry and patient safety.

Find a Job in Health IT at HIMSS Virtual Career Fair

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:00:00 EST

While employment in healthcare continues to rise, “with widespread gains throughout the industry,” according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job seekers still need to connect with the right employer or recruiter…and vice versa.  Now, the first HIMSS Virtual Career Fair on May 16 will streamline that process for people on both sides of the online interview desk. 

Houston Mayor Recognizes HIMSS Latino Initiative for its Positive Impact

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 EST

 The Mayor of Houston issued an official proclamation recognizing the efforts of the HIMSS Latino community, and other collaborators, in an effort to promote the adoption of health information technology in underserved areas in and around the city.

Interconnected Health 2012 Program Highlights

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

"Interconnected Health 2012: Enabling Health through High-Impact IT;” presented by OMG®, Health Level Seven® International (HL7), and HIMSS®, features a full program of top-notch presenters and topics of interest to the health IT community. The event will be held at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, Ill., on April 2-4, 2012. Registration information and the full program may be found online.

HIMSS Analytics and Advisory Board Report Shows Hospitals with Advanced EMR Systems Report Numerous Benefits

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

CHICAGO (February 29, 2012) – New research from HIMSS Analytics and The Advisory Board shows that hospitals with advanced electronic medical records (EMR) systems report achieving a broad range of benefits from their implementations, including clinical quality, patient safety and operational efficiencies.

HIMSS12 Breaks Previous Attendance Records

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

The record-breaking trend continues for the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition, held in Las Vegas at the Venetian Sands Expo Center from Feb. 20-24.  As of Friday morning, Feb. 24, attendance at HIMSS12 reached 37,032 attendees, surpassing the HIMSS11 attendance figure of 31,500 attendees.

HIMSS Statement on Release of Meaningful Use Stage 2 NPRM

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

UPDATE 2-24-12: This afternoon, ONC released the proposed rule for ”Health Information Technology: Standards, Implementation Specifications, and Certification Criteria for Electronic Health Record Technology, 2014 Edition; Revisions to the Permanent Certification Program for Health Information Technology

HIMSS is pleased that the Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have published their proposed rule for Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive Program Stage 2 (Meaningful Use Stage 2); the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) is expected to publish the associated Standards, Implementation Specifications, and Certification Criteria tomorrow. These are significant steps forward in transforming healthcare in the United States of America.

Healthcare Technology Leaders Identify Staffing Resources as Top Barrier to IT, According to New HIMSS Report

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST

For the first time in years, information technology (IT) leaders at healthcare organizations did not identify a lack of financial support for IT as an obstacle to implementation; instead, concerns about staffing resources was cited as the key barrier to IT.  According to the 23rd Annual HIMSS Leadership Survey, released today, one-quarter of respondents said adequate staffing resources within their organizations is the top barrier to IT implementation and approximately two-thirds of respondents said their IT staff will increase in the next year.  Leading areas in which survey respondents require staff are in the areas of clinical decision support, network and architecture support and clinical informatics professionals.

Online Tool Offers Critical Pathway for Providers to Meet ICD-10 Deadline

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS and AHIMA  introduce the ICD-10 Critical Pathway for Getting Started – 2012 and Beyond.  This free, online tool appears in the HIMSS ICD-10 PlayBook and targets providers, small or large, ambulatory clinic or acute care hospital, that have not yet begun ICD-10 planning and implementation. The timeline will be part of the presentation at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibtion’s ICD-10 Symposium, and also, at the AHIMA ICD-10-CM/PCS Summit in April, 2012.

 Developed jointly, the timeline details steps healthcare providers must follow in the next 20 months (February 2012- October 2013) to meet the ICD-10 compliance deadline of October 1, 2013.  The two organizations have developed these steps to help providers reach the compliance date by following the steps in the critical path tool.

Hospitals Continue to Move toward Meeting Stage 1 of Meaningful Use

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:30:00 EST

New HIMSS Analytics data, reported in the December 2011 Summary of Meaningful Use Readiness, indicates  certain segments of hospitals show increased capability to achieve Stage 1 of meaningful use.

HIMSS Announces the 2012 mHealth Summit

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)  announced today that the 2012 mHealth Summit will take place Dec. 3 -5 at  the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington D.C. The theme for the fourth annual summit is “Connecting the Mobile Health Ecosystem.” The mHealth Summit, a well-respected international conference, exhibition and networking event, is the largest gathering focused solely on the intersection of health and mobile information technology. 

 

HIMSS Calls for Maintaining October 1, 2013 ICD-10 Implementation Deadline for Most Healthcare Entities

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

ICD-10 represents one of the most comprehensive projects in healthcare today with far-reaching impacts throughout the healthcare delivery system. An added layer of complexity involves the implementation of other significant programs, such as Meaningful Use and 5010, in a similar period of time.  In light of these multiple requirements, HIMSS has polled the provider community to ascertain ICD-10 readiness.

MEDIA ALERT: Demonstration at HIMSS12 Offers First Glimpse at Results of Industry Collaboration to Capture the Full Patient Story

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Details of the relevance of the demonstration will be provided during a press briefing at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition.

Open Health Tools and HIMSS to Collaborate on Supporting Healthcare Standards Development, Conferences and Resources

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:00:00 EST

Leaders of Open Health Tools, a nonprofit trade association that uses health IT to promote worldwide health and well-being, and HIMSS, a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare, have agreed to collaborate on several fronts, including the use of open source technology, conferences and resources, such as whitepapers and webinars. This collaboration will result in a new effort to deliver healthcare industry-specific guidance and non-proprietary solutions that aid in enabling the national vision of secure and seamless exchange of health information.

HIMSS Honors Three Clinicians with 2011 IT Leadership Awards

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:00:00 EST

HIMSS announces the recipients of its clinician IT leadership awards: Carol Bickford, PhD, RN-BC, CPHIMS, and Kathleen Smith,  MScEd, RN-BC, FHIMSS, with the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Leadership Award and Russell Leftwich, MD, FAAAAI, FCCP,  with the HIMSS Physician IT Leadership Award.

HIMSS G7 Report Offers Insights on Five Areas of Risk for ICD-10 Conversion

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 EST

With the ICD-10 conversion deadline of October 1, 2013, healthcare providers must address areas of risk involved in planning and implementing ICD-10 to avoid catastrophic consequences, according to the new HIMSS G7 report, ICD-10 Transformation:  Five Critical Risk Mitigation Strategies. This is the second G7 advisory report focused on ICD-10, with the first issued in spring 2011: HIMSS G7 Advisory Report:  ICD-10 PlayBook.

 

Ending the Paper Chase in Healthcare Billing

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

In this era of quality and patient-focused healthcare, digital technology represents the future of hospital financial management to help healthcare financial officers and their revenue cycle staff impact the bottom line.  This same technology simplifies financial transactions for everyone involved in paying a medical bill – from the patient to the payers. They are looking for better ways to use the limited resources that they have.

Rick Schooler Named CHIME-HIMSS 2011 John E. Gall, Jr. CIO of the Year

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

Rick Schooler, FCHIME, has been selected as the recipient of the 2011 John E. Gall Jr. CIO of the Year Award. Schooler is Chief Information Officer and Vice President at Orlando Health, an integrated delivery system with a variety of healthcare providers in central Florida. Schooler will receive the award at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference and Exhibition in Las Vegas on Feb. 23, 2012.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center with Stage 7 Award

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics announced that Moanalua Medical Center, a Kaiser Permanente hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii, has received its Stage 7 Award. The award represents attainment of the highest level on the Electronic Medical Records Adoption Model? (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems.

HIMSS Announces 2011 Award and Scholarship Recipients

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing outstanding contributions to HIMSS and the healthcare industry, HIMSS named its 2011 award and scholarship recipients. The HIMSS Foundation and four HIMSS chapters provided nine scholarships to students enrolled in health IT and management systems degree programs.  

Two Nurses Recognized as Emerging Leaders in Informatics

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Alliance for Nursing Informatics (ANI) selected two individuals to participate in an exclusive two-year program designed to develop professionals capable of assuming national leadership positions in

informatics-related organizations.  Based on competitive criteria, Sarah A. Collins, RN, PhD, and Audrey L. Hirsch, RN, MS, have been tapped to participate in the Nursing Informatics Emerging Leaders Program.

ANI and the Nursing Informatics Emerging Leaders Program are jointly supported by the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS).

Interact with Industry Leaders in Health IT Interoperability

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:00:00 EST

The annualIHE North America Connectathon 2012 continues to show substantial year-to-year growth as the importance of systems interoperability in health information technology becomes more evident. As part of the Connectathon, IHE USA will sponsor a one-day conference presenting a preeminent team of interoperability, information standards and health information exchange experts.

Improving Patient Care with Med Rec, Clinical Analytics and More

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST

The value of health information technology can be best highlighted by looking at its use, and resulting outcomes, in real-life situations.  Consider the following three examples from new case studies in the Stories of Success! program from HIMSS and co-sponsors American Society for Quality (ASQ), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF).

 

HIMSS Analytics Honors Florida Hospital Flagler with Stage 7 Award

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics announced that Florida Hospital Flagler, an Adventist Health System facility, has received its Stage 7 Award. The award represents attainment of the highest level on the Electronic Medical Records Adoption Model? (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems.

New HIMSS ICD-10 PlayBook Aids Healthcare Providers

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:00:00 EST

In response to the fast-approaching ICD-10 conversion deadline of Oct. 1, 2013, HIMSS, the world’s largest cause-based organization devoted to improving the quality, safety, cost-effectiveness, and access to care through the best use of IT, has released a major update of its ICD-10 PlayBook. Empowering care providers with the tools they need for transitioning to ICD-10, v 2.0 includes complimentary access to a new resource - VitalVendors.  VitalVendors is an on-line, self-reported, vendor-readiness tool designed to aid providers in identifying those vendors who may have the capabilities to support them through the ICD-10 transition.

Transforming Healthcare with Mobile Technology, HIMSS Launches mHIMSS

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:00:00 EST

Mobile technology is transforming healthcare and has the ability to revolutionize healthcare delivery in the US and abroad.

HIMSS G7 Report Explores Electronic Business Transformation

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

As electronic business transformation occurs in healthcare, the development of powerful IT tools delivers real-time information about a patient at point-of-care, shifting payment and remittance information from paper to electronic. 

Cost, Access, Quality – An Executive Perspective on Healthcare HIMSS Leaders & Innovators Conference

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

Senior healthcare executives from provider organizations throughout the country met for two days to discuss, debate and, define actionable solutions to achieve return-on-investment for IT acquisitions. C-suite executives and other healthcare leaders met from Nov. 16-18, at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort at Amelia Island,  Fla., as part of the new HIMSS Leaders & Innovators program.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Deaconess Health System with Stage 7 Awar

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

 HIMSS Analytics announces that Deaconess Health System received its Stage 7 Award. The award represents attainment of the highest level on the EMR Adoption Model (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems. The hospital will be recognized at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition on Feb. 21-24, 2012, in Las Vegas. And as of November, 2011, Deaconess Health System is one of 65, or 1.1 percent, of the more than 5,000 U.S. hospitals in the HIMSS Analytics Database, recognized by HIMSS Analytics with its Stage 7 Award.

HIMSS Statement: Institute of Medicine Report on Patient Safety and Health IT

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Institute of Medicine Report on Patient Safety and Health IT is a notable contribution to the dialogue on how to make the American healthcare delivery system safer. Its recognition that "Continuing to use paper records can place patients at unnecessary risk for harm and substantially constrains the country’s ability to reform health care" is a strong endorsement for the path healthcare is on. HIMSS also agrees with the IOM that we should not be complacent; there are ways to make health information technology even safer and better for healthcare providers and the patients they serve. 

HIMSS Analytics: Roles of Chief Medical Information and Nursing Officers Evolve to Support New Technologies

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

 Identifying the changing roles and responsibilities of Chief Medical Informatics Officers and Chief Nursing Officers, HIMSS Analytics announced today the results of Medical Device Integration: CMIO and CNO Perspectives, a research report sponsored by Capsule, a  leading provider of medical device connectivity. The study gathered the opinions of CMIOs, CNOs and senior nursing executives about their roles within the healthcare organization, their influence on IT decisions and their top IT priorities such as medical device integration. The data, collected during two separate focus groups, revealed interesting trends in terms of responsibilities and the role of medical device integration technology in helping drive EMR adoption and Meaningful Use. 

Electronic Health Records Association to Collaborate with iHealth Alliance on Patient Safety Initiatives and EHRevent

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Association and the iHealth Alliance (iHA) announced today that they will work collaboratively to support efforts to develop practical, effective, and optimized reporting tools to collect information on medical incidents that may be related to the use of health information technology (IT). 

OMG and HIMSS to Collaborate on Healthcare Standards Development, Conferences and Resources

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

Needham, MA, and Chicago, IL, USA – Leaders of the computer industry standards organization OMG®, and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare, have agreed to collaborate on several fronts, including standards development, conferences and resources such as whitepapers and webinars. OMG will become an Affiliate Member of HIMSS, and HIMSS will become a Domain Member of OMG. This collaboration will result in a new effort to deliver healthcare industry-specific guidance and specifications enabling the national vision of secure and seamless exchange of health information.

HIMSS and ASHHRA Collaborate to Advance Health IT Training

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

 To support both job seekers and employers, HIMSS and the American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA)  will collaborate  to advance  health IT workforce  initiatives  expected to grow in the next several years. The collaboration will involve HIMSS and ASHHRA sharing links, resources and white papers on the website of each organization.  

HIMSS Analytics Report Confirms Increase in Hospitals Expected to Achieve Meaningful Use

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:00:00 EST

When it comes to meeting Stage 1 of meaningful use, new research from HIMSS Analytics reported a 16 percent increase, from 25 to 41 percent in the seven months from February to September 2011, in hospitals being well positioned to meet Stage 1 of meaningful use. The data collected for this new HIMSS Analytics report, “Summary of Meaningful Use Readiness,” indicates more eligible hospitals are likely to succeed in meeting the criteria for this first stage of meaningful use, an important step as healthcare providers strive to become meaningful users of health information technology. 

University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf first in Europe to achieve HIMSS Analytics’ top-rating for paperless, digital workflows

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics Europe announced today that the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) in Germany has achieved Stage 7 of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM). It is the first hospital in Europe to achieve the top rating on HIMSS Analytics’ EMRAM scale, which evaluates the digitisation level of a hospital; stage 7 is awarded for achieving a paperless medical record environment. The University Hospital of Hamburg Eppendorf will be officially recognised for their achievements at the CIO Summit in Geneva, 20-22 November 2011. 

IHE Connectathon Registration Grows with Demand for Health IT Interoperability Testings

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST

 The annual IHE North American Connectathon continues to show substantial year-to-year growth as the importance of systems interoperability in health information technology becomes ever more evident. 

HIMSS10 Receives the Gold Grand Award for “The Show with the Most Innovative Practices”

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

From innovative educational sessions to technology-friendly networking portals, the 2010 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition received one of the highest honors in the trade show industry when the conference was recognized as “The Show with the Most Innovative Practices” at the recent Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Awards & Summit held in HalLisa Shivesf Moon Bay, Calif., in late September. HIMSS10 was held March 1-4, 2010, at the Atlanta Georgia World Congress Convention Center in Atlanta, Ga. 

Connecting Health IT Professionals to Safety Net Providers

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

 To meet the health IT career and workforce development needs of safety net providers throughout the United States,  HIMSS announces an expanded career services focus, powered by HIMSS’ JobMine®.  Safety net providers include federally qualified community health centers (FQHCs), rural health clinics, critical access hospitals, and HIV/AIDS providers who care for America’s underserved and uninsured population.

Electronic Health Record Association Supports ONC’s Initiative to Engage Consumers in their Health via Health IT

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), a collaboration of 42 EHR supplier companies, announced its support this week of the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) event, kicking off an important federal initiative to educate and engage consumers in managing their health using health IT, “Putting the ‘I’ in ‘IT’”.

HIMSS acquires so2say communications; expands media and communications services for the health-IT industry

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST

 The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) announces the acquisition of so2say communications, Ltd (so2say). so2say provides customized media products and communication services for the healthcare information technology industry. Its portfolio currently includes HealthTech Wire and the British Journal of Healthcare Computing.  

New All Call for Stories of Success Case Studies – Now Open!

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:00:00 EST

HIMSS, with co-sponsors American Society for Quality (ASQ), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF), announce a newcall for the Stories of Success! case study program.   This program showcases outstanding accomplishments in the adoption and use of health IT to fulfill national priorities recommended by the National Priorities Partnership (NPP) and The Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG).   

HIMSS Aligns Davies and Stage 7 Health IT Achievement Programs

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:00:00 EST

Now aligned with HIMSS Analytics™ Stage 6 and Stage 7 awards, the HIMSS® Davies Awards of Excellence rank as the highest level of achievement for EHR excellence that HIMSS offers.  The changes impact the award categories, criteria and the application process.

HIMSS Davies Awards Winners: Leading Quality, Improved Patient Care

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:00:00 EST

 The six winners of the 2011 HIMSS Davies Awards deliver quality and consistent care to the patients and populations they serve with information technology – specifically the electronic health record. These healthcare leaders, winners of the HIMSS Davies Awards of Excellence, appear below in the four award categories: organizational, ambulatory, community health organization and public health.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Nemours with Stage 7 Award

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST

 HIMSS Analytics announced the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children received its Stage 7 Award.  The award represents attainment of the highest level on the EMR Adoption Model (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems. The hospital will be recognized at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition on Feb. 21-24, 2012 in Las Vegas. And as of Aug. 30, 2011, Nemours is one of 59, or 1.1 percent, of the more than 5,000 U.S. hospitals in the HIMSS Analytics Database, recognized by HIMSS Analytics with its Stage 7 Award.

Electronic Health Record Association Drives Support for Free Mother/Baby Information Program

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), a collaboration of 42 EHR supplier companies, announced this week its support as an Implementation Partner of text4Baby, the first free health text messaging service in the US focused on providing information to pregnant women and new mothers, launched by the National Healthy Mothers, Health Babies Coalition. Text4Baby supports expectant mothers by providing accurate, concise health information and resources in a format that is personal and timely, using text messaging, a widely adopted channel with over 72% of mobile phone users sending or receiving text messages.

HIMSS Analytics EMR Adoption Model Now Part of US News Most Connected Hospitals

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

Dear Members of the Media:

Please use the Sept. 6, 2011, version of “HIMSS Analytics EMR Adoption Model Now Part of US News Most Connected Hospitals,” a release sent to you on Sept. 1.  We have updated the release due to erroneous information – and ask that you do the same for your archived versions or for new stories you may publish.  The HIMSS Analytics EMRAM scale appeared with the Most Connected Hospitals on the US News and World Report list, which first appeared in the July 19, 2011, online edition.  HIMSS apologizes for any confusion or inconvenience.  Thank you. 

UC San Diego Health System Honored with HIMSS Analytics Stage 7 Award

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

 HIMSS Analytics announced UC San Diego Health System received its Stage 7 Award.  The award represents attainment of the highest level on the EMR Adoption Model (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems. The hospital will be recognized at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition on Feb. 21-24, 2012 in Las Vegas. And as of Aug. 15, 2011, UC San Diego Health Sciences is one of 58 hospitals, or 1.1 percent of the more than 5,000 hospitals in the HIMSS Analytics Database, recognized by HIMSS Analytics with its Stage 7 Award. 

Registration Open for IHE North American Connectathon 2012

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

 Now in its 13th year, the Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise North American (N.A.) Connectathon 2012, sponsored by IHE USA, provides a proven testing process to promote and support the adoption of standards-based interoperable health information solutions. Registration is now open, through Sept. 30, for the IHE N.A. Connectathon, scheduled for Jan. 9-14, 2012, in Chicago at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.  

Electronic Health Record Association Discourages Proposed Requirement to Report Patient-Level Data

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

 The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), a collaboration of 42 EHR supplier companies, in responding to the Center for Medicare and Medicare Services (CMS) proposed rules for  the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) and the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System for 2012, asked CMS Administrator, Donald M. Berwick, MD, to reconsider its proposal to require the submission of patient-level data as it pilots electronic submissions of clinical quality measures (CQMs) based on the burden it would impose on provider organizations and other considerations. 

HIMSS Davies Award Honors Two Public Health System Winners for Health IT Excellence

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

 Whether it’s a tracking report on the spread of a flu virus or information on a food-borne illness related to a specific food product served in a restaurant or stocked on grocery store shelves, electronic public health systems track disease trends and frequency to ensure good health for populations of citizens of a particular state or region. 

HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association FY11 Elections Bring New and Experienced Leadership Together to Meet Industry Challenges

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

 The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), a collaboration of 42 EHR supplier companies, announced new leadership for the coming year based on their annual elections, which took place in June.  This year’s election results mean the return of several Executive Committee members, as well as the addition of new members, maintaining the balance of representation from companies that serve healthcare enterprises with both ambulatory and acute care EHRs and companies that focus on the ambulatory market. 

Electronic Health Records Association Expresses Concerns Regarding Accounting for Disclosures Proposed Rule

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Latino Community Launches Powerful Advisory Board to Advance its Mission

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Latino Community, established in February 2011,  announces the formation of its Advisory Board composed of leaders in healthcare, public policy and the  Hispanic/Latino community who will help guide the activities of this initiative.  Led by the HIMSS Latino Community, this group focuses on advancing the health IT needs for this diverse population by providing education and networking via policy analysis, national and state outreach, public/private health IT demonstration projects, networking opportunities including national and regional conferences, as well as monthly educational webinars. 

HIMSS Analytics Report Uncovers Hospitals Top IT Priorities

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

 With ARRA/HITECH, Meaningful Use and 5010/ICD-10 changing the provider landscape, understanding and tracking industry trends and expenditures is vital to drive business. The Essentials of the US Hospital IT Market - 6th Edition provides the latest health IT market intelligence captured from the HIMSS AnalyticsTM Database of more than 5,200 hospitals and 32,000 medical facilities in the United States.

Learn, Grow and Advance… with New Resources from HIMSS Career Services

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Recruiting and retaining valuable staff is critical to today’s healthcare organizations because these professionals must demonstrate relevant IT competency for their role.  The redesigned HIMSS Career Services Resources offers extensive tools and resources for professionals who are ready to advance or begin their health IT career.

Transforming Nursing Practice through Technology & Informatics

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 09:00:00 EST

Nurses are key leaders in developing the infrastructure for effective and efficient health information technology that transforms the delivery of care. Recognizing this vital leadership role of nurses in providing quality patient care, the HIMSS Board of Directors approved a position statement describing how to transform nursing practice through technology and informatics.  Leaders from the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Community, representing over 2,900 members who not only serve the nursing profession, but also, the broader healthcare industry and HIMSS membership at large, developed the position statement.

Electronic Health Records Developers Agree on Standards and Provide Direction to Achieve Interoperability

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), a collaboration of 46 EHR supplier companies, announced today the availability of a major new white paper “Supporting a Robust Health Information Exchange Strategy with a Pragmatic Transport Framework”.  The focused recommendations in the white paper, aimed at key health IT stakeholders, are based on proven standards and successful health information exchange (HIE) implementations around the world.  The white paper represents the collective view of EHR Association member companies that support the majority of installed, operational EHRs in the US.

 

New HIMSS Board Members, Officers Begin Their Terms

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST

Heading up the HIMSS Board of Directors, four officers and four board members began their newly appointed posts on July 1.

With New Health IT Standards in Place, HIMSS Completes Tenure as ISO/TC 215 Secretariat

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

After eight years as the Secretariat for ISO/TC 215, the international technical committee focused on the development of health informatics standards, HIMSS will relinquish its role on June 30, 2011. In addition, HIMSS will step down as administrator of the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to ISO/TC 215, which is responsible for coordinating U.S. technical experts and developing national positions on committee matters. 

Improving Informatics Skills for Clinicians, New Foundation Incorporates

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST

Focused on better preparing the clinical workforce to use technology and informatics to improve the delivery of patient care, Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform – or TIGER – becomes the TIGER Initiative Foundation, effective July 1, 2011.  With incorporation, this new Foundation becomes a legal entity, a 501(c)(3) organization operating for charitable, educational and scientific purposes, and with new resources, including the necessary infrastructure and staff, plus marketing, web development, communications and meetings support.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Tucson Medical Center with Stage 7 Award

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics announced Tucson Medical Center received its Stage 7 Award.  The award represents attainment of the highest level on the EMR Adoption ModelSM (EMRAM), which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems. The hospital will be recognized at the 2012 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition on Feb. 21-24, 2012 in Las Vegas. And as of June 15, 2011, Tucson Medical Center is one of 57 hospitals, or 1 percent of the more than 5,000 hospitals in theHIMSS Analytics Database, recognized by HIMSS Analytics with its Stage 7 Award. 

Organizations Embrace Clinical Improvement but Require Tools for Data Analysis

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Healthcare organizations are embracing the need for information transparency to drive clinical transformation, but they still require the tools and capabilities to make data available in real time and reduce the burden on scarce resources. These are among the key findings from the HIMSS 2011 Clinical Transformation Survey, sponsored by McKesson.

Finalist Announced for HIMSS Community Health Organization Davies Award

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

For the ultimate in “one-stop shop healthcare,” patients of community health organizations benefit from the efficiencies of care coordination among dental, behavioral and social services along with primary healthcare for adults and children.   Leveraging efficiencies of the electronic health record, one community health organization has been named as a finalist for the 2011 HIMSS Community Health Organization Davies Award, a pre-eminent industry award used to educate the industry on best practices.

Improving Patient Care with Portals, Clinical Analytics and More

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST

The value of health information technology can be best highlighted by looking at its use, and resulting outcomes, in real-life situations.  Consider the following four examples from new case studies in the Stories of Success! program from HIMSS and co-sponsors American Society for Quality (ASQ), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF).

IHE Announces Free Webinar Series Focused on Advancing Standards-Based Interoperability in Health IT

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:00:00 EST

Each year it becomes more evident that health information technology (HIT) can improve the quality, efficiency and safety of healthcare. Achieving its full potential requires carefully coordinating information and systems across the spectrum of care. For more than a decade, Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE) has engaged key stakeholders in healthcare and health IT to advance standards-based interoperability for health IT systems.

Four Finalists Announced for HIMSS Ambulatory Care Davies Award

Thu, 26 May 2011 16:30:00 EST

Rather than wait to make an appointment or learn lab results, today’s patients can go online to complete either of these tasks. Physicians may share information via tablet computer during an office visit with improved point of care delivery resulting from the best use of health IT. Leveraging efficiencies of the electronic health record, four independent physician practices have earned the position of finalist for the 2011HIMSS Ambulatory Care Davies Award of Excellence, a pre-eminent industry award used to educate the industry on best practices.

HIMSS Introduces ICD-10 PlayBook and G7 Advisory Report

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

Working with more than 20 contributing  participating organizations, HIMSS introduces theICD-10 PlayBook, a web-based resource with updated and interactive information to help healthcare providers understand, and follow, the necessary steps to meet ICD-10 deadlines.  Twenty-one participants from the nation’s largest associations, healthcare providers, health plans and others met in April at the HIMSS G7 Roundtable to discuss and design this new initiative as an online resource that will help educate healthcare providers on ICD-10 transformation. The Vanderbilt Center for Better Health facilitated the meeting in Nashville, Tenn., resulting in the G7 Advisory Report – ICD-10 PlayBook. 

Security of Electronic Health Information

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

The United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), released two reports on May 16, 2011.

Two Finalists Announced for HIMSS Public Health Davies Award

Wed, 11 May 2011 09:00:00 EST

When it comes to tracking disease outbreak, childhood immunizations, or illness during natural disasters, public health professionals often rely on health information technology systems to gather valuable data and alert clinicians and other healthcare professionals on life-threatening medical situations.  Citing the beneficial role such health IT systems play in public health surveillance and management, HIMSS announces two finalists for its HIMSS Public Health Davies Award of Excellence.

Gain Valuable Insights on Clinical Transformation

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Virtual Conference & Expo on June 8-9 will bring strategies and solutions for successful conversion to 5010/ICD-10, and compliance with the Phase 1 Meaningful Use requirements and beyond to thousands of attendees through education, exhibits and networking—all online.

Simplify Health IT Job Search with HIMSS Career Services Center

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

Knowing where and how to find available jobs is a challenge any job seeker faces, including graduates of the Office of the National Coordinator’s HIT Workforce Development programs. The HIMSS Career Services Center is supporting this initiative with the enhancement of HIMSS JobMine® and the addition of a section dedicated to the ONC HIT Workforce Development Program, where program graduates can post resumes and find health IT positions posted by potential employers.

HL7, IHE and the Health Story Project Encourage HL7 Ballot Participation: Proposed Standards to Support Meaningful Use of EHR Systems

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

HL7, IHE and the Health Story Project encourage review and comment on proposed health information exchange specifications that support meaningful use of electronic health record (EHR) systems. 

Mobilize Now on ICD-10 Compliance Says HIMSS G7 Roundtable

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

With ICD-10 deadlines looming for healthcare providers, the HIMSS G7 Roundtable has direct and actionable advise for healthcare providers:  mobilize now to ensure compliance with the rule and sustain business operations.  

HIMSS Statement Death of HIMSS Staff Member – Marc Holland from HIMSS President and CEO H. Stephen Lieber, CAE

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Vice President Market Research Marc Holland died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 16, 2011, after a brief illness.

Foundation for NIH and HIMSS Announce Strategic Partnership to Broaden Annual mHealth Summit

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) announced today an extensive strategic partnership that will expand the already successful mHealth Summit.  The largest event focused on mobile health, the 2011 mHealth Summit will be held from December 5-7 in the Washington, DC area.

HIMSS Statement on Dr. Farzad Mostashari Appointment as National Coordinator for Health IT

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

Statement from HIMSS President and CEO H. Stephen Lieber, CAE, concerning the appointment of Dr. Farzad Mostashari as the new National Coordinator for Health IT.

HIMSS Medical Banking Project Releases New G7 Reports

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Medical Banking Project G7 Roundtable, a specialized think-tank of healthcare stakeholders - banks, consumers, employers, government, health plans, healthcare providers and health technology firms - is tasked with envisioning the healthcare financial network of the future.  

HIMSS and MGMA Collaborate to Protect Patient Health Information

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

No matter what the size of a medical practice or outpatient clinic, physicians, practice managers and healthcare providers must ensure the privacy and security of their patients’ health information. Recognizing small provider organizations may not have the staff or the knowledge to put these safeguards in place, HIMSS and the Medical Group Management Association created the HIMSS Privacy & Security Toolkit for Small Provider Organizations.

HIMSS11 Interoperability Showcase Puts the Patient Perspective First

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Interoperability Showcase brought together over 100 clinical information systems to demonstrate standards-based interoperability at the 2011 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition in Orlando, Fla., on Feb.  20-24. The participating organizations-considered competitors of one another in any other environment- worked together to show how patient data can move seamlessly across care settings using standards-based exchanges such as Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise profiles, Direct protocols (an initiative from the Department of Health and Human Services designed to simplify the exchange of information within the health care industry) and other initiatives.

HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association Announces New Collaboration and Responds to Stage 2 Meaningful Use Proposals at HIMSS11

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), in the midst of its annual all-member meeting and dozens of stakeholder meetings at HIMSS11 in Orlando, FL last week, announced the newly formed EHR Vendor Communications Workgroup, the result of a collaboration agreement between the EHR Association and the Regional Extension Center (REC) Vendor Selection and Management Community of Practice (VSM CoP). The group also submitted its responses to the Health IT Policy Committee’s (HITPC) initial proposals for Stage 2 meaningful use criteria.

HIMSS11 Attendance Surpasses Previous Conferences

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

A record breaking 31,225 attendees descended on Orlando, Fla. for the 2011 Annual Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Conference & Exhibition. Total professional registration at this year’s conference also saw an increase with 14,639 registrants, compared to 13,672 registrants in 2010.

HIMSS Resolution on Federal Funding

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS President and CEO H. Stephen Lieber, CAE, presented this resolution to US Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius, at HIMSS11 during the Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011, keynote session

HIMSS11 Breaks Attendance Records

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

It is only day three of the 2011 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition, but I am excited to report that attendance has made history with a record number of attendees. An estimated 30,410 people are currently attending this year’s conference in Orlando, compared to an estimated 27,800 attendees at the 2010 event in Atlanta. 

HIMSS11: Access the Speech of HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

Secretary Sebelius was the opening keynote speaker on Wednesday, Feb. 23, during the HIMSS11 conference.

Federal Stimulus Driving Healthcare IT Spending, Activity in 2011

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

Federal government initiatives are the driving force behind current healthcare information technology (IT) spending, suggest results of the 22nd Annual HIMSS Leadership Survey, sponsored by Citrix Systems.

CollaborativeCARE Conference Aligns with HIMSS to Increase Effective Use of Health Information Technology

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

CollaborativeCARE Conference (C3), the first healthcare conference designed to foster regional coordinated care by educating specialists, primary care physicians and patients, today announced an alliance with HIMSS that will provide customized access to health information technology at the inaugural C3 event in Long Beach, Calif., scheduled for  Nov. 15–20, 2011.

HIMSS Analytics Releases New Data

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

New data from HIMSS Analytics indicates that 44 percent of hospital respondents fall within the “Likely” or “Most Likely” categories for meeting Stage 1 of meaningful use.

2011 Nursing Informatics Workforce Survey

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:30:00 EST

The HIMSS 2011 Nursing Informatics Workforce Survey, supported by the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Community, builds on research that HIMSS released in 2004 and in 2007. In order to gain a better understanding of the background of nurse informaticists, the issues they address on a daily basis and the tools they turn to for completing their jobs, HIMSS conducted a Web-based survey. Nurse informaticists were issued a series of electronic invitations in December, 2010 and January, 2011. A total of 660 usable responses were received to this survey.

Position Statement on Adopting Technology for Meaningful Use of Health IT

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

Beginning with the Administration of George W. Bush, and continuing with the Administration of Barack Obama, there has been consistent federal leadership in enabling the widespread adoption and meaningful use of health IT to transform care in our nation. The goal of both Administrations has been to improve both patient care outcomes, and the cost-efficiency of that care.

HIMSS Releases Policy Priorities for 2011/2012

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS has released its "Call for Action" for 2011/2012, summarizing the Society's top policy priorities for the 112th Congress and the Obama Administration.

The HIMSS11 Interoperability Showcase Helps “Break the Barriers to Interoperable Healthcare”

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

See how electronic medical records can work for you at the 2011 HIMSS Interoperability Showcase™ at HIMSS11 from February 21- 24 in Orlando, Fla. As part of HIMSS11, the Interoperability Showcase exhibit provides a full landscape of health IT solutions, live demonstrations of interoperability, and educational opportunities that connect thousands of health IT buyers and end-users to answer your most complex health IT questions. 

PAYERS AND PROVIDERS STUDY:TURNING CLINICAL DATA INTO ACTIONABLE INFORMATION KEY MANDATE FOR CLINICAL ANALYTICS

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

Using clinical analytics to meet Stage One meaningful use criteria and lowering clinical costs emerged as the top drivers for providers and payers, respectively, for using and analyzing clinical data.  This is according to a new HIMSS Analytics whitepaper released here today, based on a 2011 annual study of payers’ and providers’ use of clinical data.

HIMSS Launches Meaningful Use OneSource, an Authoritative Knowledge Resource

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

Providing current and vital resources for implementation of health information technology to improve patient care, HIMSS continues to add new information to Meaningful Use OneSource, an online repository of hundreds of documents, tools and links to other knowledge available on the Internet.  Users can go to www.himss.org/meaningfuluse to find this meaningful use compendium vetted by content experts before its inclusion on the website.

The HIMSS Medical Banking Institute Advances Dialogue Between Health Care and Banking Information Technology

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

Reforms triggered by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which outlines the new operating rules of healthcare, have increased the need for hospitals and banks to interact. HIMSS11 attendees are invited to participate in a series of workshops being offered by the 9th National Medical Banking Institute, designed to help shape the future of medical banking – the intersection of healthcare information and banking.  Registrants of the Institute will also have access to the full HIMSS11 Annual Conference & Exhibition.

Nurse Informaticists Are Key Players in Healthcare IT Triennial Survey Suggests Increase in Leadership Role

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

With the increased adoption of healthcare information technology (IT), nursing informatics – a hybrid career combining nursing and healthcare IT skills – is growing in importance and impact, suggests the 2011 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Nursing Informatics Workforce Survey.

Charles E. Christian Named CHIME-HIMSS 2010 John E. Gall, Jr. CIO of the Year

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EST

As joint sponsors of this annual award honoring a CIO for lifetime achievement, CHIME and HIMSS proudly recognize Charles E. Christian, FCHIME, FHIMSS, as the recipient of the 2010 John E. Gall Jr. CIO of the Year Award.  Christian is Chief Information Officer at Good Samaritan Hospital, a 102-year-old, free-standing acute care community hospital in Vincennes, Ind.  He will receive the award at the 2011 Annual HIMSS Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Fla. on February 22, 2011.

2011 ANNUAL HIMSS CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

The 2011 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition is the largest in the information technology field in the U.S. and features:

•More than 30,000 healthcare industry experts are expected to attend HIMSS11 and learn about the latest solutions for improving healthcare through IT.

       oTotal professional registration is outpacing 2010 registration by approximately 8%

       oTotal registration is outpacing 2010 registration by approximately 16%.

HIMSS Honors Two Clinicians with 2010 IT Leadership Awards

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS announces the recipients of its clinician IT leadership awards: Liz Johnson, RN-C, BSN, MS, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, with the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Leadership Award and Michael H. Zaroukian, MD, PhD, FACP, with the HIMSS Physician IT Leadership Award. 

Stories of Success! Health IT’s Impact on National Safety Goals & Priorities

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:00:00 EST

HIMSS, with co-sponsors American Society for Quality (ASQ), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) andNational Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF), announce new case studies for its Stories of Success! program. These include two “Tier 1” applicants (the most informative submissions aligned with the Stories of Success! purpose), and four “Tier 2” applicants, additional impressive successes to highlight and share with the industry.   These selected case studies represent outstanding accomplishments in the adoption and use of health IT to fulfill recommendations by the National Priorities Partnership (NPP) and The Joint Commission’s (TJC) National Patient Safety Goals. The case studies are posted on the HIMSS Web site.

Dr. David Blumenthal’s Plans to Step Down as National Coordinator for Health IT

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

We learned today that Dr. David Blumenthal, National Coordinator for Health IT, has decided to return to his previous position at Harvard this spring, leaving behind a legacy of achievement in implementing the President’s and Congress’ vision of an interoperable healthcare system. 

Interoperable Health IT Solutions Signify Important Milestones at 2011 IHE North America Connectathon

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 EST

Focused on promoting and supporting the expansion and best use of standards-based interoperable health IT applications, the IHE North American Connectathon and Connectathon Conference 2011, sponsored by IHE USA and IHE Canada,  brought together thought leaders and interoperable health IT systems from across the globe.  Held Jan. 17-21, 2011, in Chicago, the weeklong multi-function event featured a five-day testing marathon and a day-long conference. 

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One-third of Healthcare Providers Unprepared for Crucial 5010 Compliance Deadline

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

Results of the third semi-annual HIMSS ICD-10/5010 Readiness Survey show a majority of health care providers have made significant progress in preparing for the 5010 compliance, the latest version of standards for the conversion of electronic health records (EHRs).  The deadline for 5010 compliance is Jan. 1, 2012.

2011 ANNUAL HIMSS CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

The 2011 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition is the largest in the information technology field in the U.S. and features:

More than 29,000 healthcare industry experts are expected to attend HIMSS11 and learn about the latest solutions for improving healthcare through IT.                                                                           
- The number of registrants from hospitals and health networks has increased by approximately 28% from 2010.
- Total professional registration is outpacing 2010 registration by approximately 30%.

More than 300 education sessions on hot topics such as meaningful use standards, certification  and criteria, ARRA and government contributions to advancing health IT, the need for nationwide electronic health records, and health IT privacy and security practices. Find out more about pre-conference symposia, including 5010 & ICD-10, HIE, Physicians’ IT and more at http://www.himssconference.org/education/symposia.aspx

More than 900 exhibiting companies – from Fortune 500 to start-ups – showcasing their latest healthcare innovations and new product launches in over 380,000 square feet of exhibit space.

HIMSS Announces New Latino Health IT Initiative

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

With the Hispanic population as the nation’s largest minority, HIMSS announces the establishment of a new HIMSS Latino Initiative to focus on health IT needs for the rapidly growing Hispanic/Latino market. 

HIMSS11 Presents: Most Influential US Healthcare Officials

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

See and hear the nation’s top government officials from HHS, CMS, VA, DoD and more speak out on healthcare’s most compelling topics. Read the complete news release.

HIMSS and Life Sciences Information Technology Global Institute Unify

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS and the Life Sciences Information Technology (LSIT) Global Institute unified in December 2010 combining their efforts to  provide education, resources and tools to the life sciences community including research, medical devices, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and diagnostics. San Diego-based LSIT brings over 700 executives and IT leaders to HIMSS.  LSIT is in the process of developing reference guidelines and Good Informatics Practices for IT systems in the life and health sciences.

National Organizations Lend Support to Nationwide EHR Incentive Program Registration Events

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

The American College of Physicians, Association of Clinicians for the Underserved, American Osteopathic Association, College of Healthcare Information Management Executives, HIMSS, and the National Rural Health Association join to support hospitals, eligible healthcare professionals, and regional organizations that are hosting events to highlight Nationwide EHR Incentive Program Registration.

HIMSS, Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority and Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau issued this joint news release. At a news conference at McCormick Place on Jan. 10, HIMSS President and CEO H. Stephen Lieber, CAE, announced the return to Chicago of the Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition.

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

Chicago’s first convention signing of the New Year is a monumental one.  After pulling out of Chicago for its 2012 convention, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) will return to Chicago for its Annual Conference & Exhibition in 2015 and 2019.

Celebrating its 50th Year, HIMSS Honors Health IT Contributors

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS celebrates its 50th anniversary by honoring 50 health IT professionals, academicians and others with the 50 in 50 Award, recognition of memorable achievements to the field or body of knowledge of healthcare information technology and management systems. Ten individuals are recognized for each of the five decades since the founding of the organization in 1961.

HIMSS Announces 2010 Award and Scholarship Recipients

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing outstanding contributions to HIMSS and the healthcare industry, HIMSS named its 2010 award and scholarship recipients. The HIMSS Foundation and five HIMSS chapters provided 11 scholarships to students enrolled in health IT and management systems degree programs.  

HIMSS Launches Meaningful Use OneSource, an Authoritative Knowledge Resource

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 EST

Providing current and vital resources for implementation of health information technology to improve patient care, HIMSS introduces Meaningful Use OneSource, an online repository of hundreds of documents, tools and links to other knowledge available on the Internet.

HIMSS Analytics Announces New Vice President, Market Research

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics announces that Marc Holland will be joining the organization as Vice President, Market Research, effective Dec. 20. In this role, Mr. Holland will manage three areas: Data Collection and Quality, Product Management and Market Research.

IHE USA Announces Incorporation

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 EST

After more than a decade of improving the way healthcare systems share information for optimal patient care, IHE USA announces its incorporation.  

HIMSS Analytics: Hospitals Ready to Meet Some Components of Meaningful Use

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 EST

As healthcare organizations strive to meet the requirements of meaningful use, preliminary data from HIMSS Analytics indicate that the 687 hospitals responding to the survey have the ability to meet both core and menu requirements for  Stage 1 of meaningful use.  The final rules designate a “core” group of requirements that must be met, plus an additional “menu” of procedures from which providers may choose, according to the government announcement on meaningful use.

HIMSS Expands Educational Offerings with PMI Training

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 EST

Expanding its offerings of distance educational opportunities,  HIMSS announces its approval by Project Management Institute to become a PMI Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), effective October 2010.

HIMSS Invited to Testify before Congress on Interoperability and EHR Security Standards

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Invited to testify at the congressional hearing Standards for Health IT: Meaningful Use and Beyond, Joyce Sensmeier, MS, RN-BC, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, who serves as HIMSS Vice President for Informatics, will share the HIMSS perspective on the progress of federal efforts in the standards arena to support the first stage of Meaningful Use. The hearing will be held on Sept. 30, from 10 a.m.-noon EDT in room 2318 of the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, DC.

Keep Track of Information Technology with HIMSS State HIT Dashboard

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

The HIMSS State HIT Dashboard gives healthcare professionals, policy makers and stakeholders a snapshot of major health information technology initiatives underway across the Nation. HIMSS designed the dashboard as an easy and comprehensive online tool for timely access to credible and comprehensive information about relevant health IT programs and initiatives across the United States and its territories.

New Co-sponsors Join HIMSS Stories of Success!

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS and co-sponsor American Society for Quality announce two new co-sponsors for the Stories of Success! program: National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF). The program’s purpose is to specifically highlight and demonstrate how health IT has been leveraged to fulfill national patient safety goals of The Joint Commission and national recommendations from the National Priorities Partnership to focus on performance improvement in healthcare.

National HIMSS Davies Awards Recognize EHR Value, Improved Care

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Since 1994, the HIMSS Davies Awards of Excellence have recognized management, functionality, technology and value - the pillars of health IT success. The six winners of the 2010 HIMSS Davies Awards deliver quality care to the patients and populations they serve through the use of information technology – specifically the electronic health record.

New U.S. Hospital IT Data Released for Research Purposes

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:15:00 EST

The 2009 data on the U.S. hospital IT market and updated 2008 data from the HIMSS Analytics^TMDatabase has been released by The Dorenfest Institute for Health Information Technology, Research and Education, managed by the HIMSS Foundation.

HIMSS Launches Quality 101 Website

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

With quality and quality reporting as an integral component of electronic health record incentives for Meaningful Use, HIMSS introduces an online resource – Quality 101 – designed as a primer on the basics and metrics of quality measurement and improvement.

HIMSS Releases Survey Results on 5010 Industry Readiness

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Releases Survey Results on 5010 Industry Readiness

CHICAGO (August 17, 2010) - While progress is being made toward 5010 compliance, many healthcare providers are lagging behind the timeline set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, according to survey results from the HIMSS 5010/ICD-10 Industry Readiness Survey.

HIMSS Executives Receive Healthcare Leadership Awards

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

The top executives at HIMSS have been recognized by their association industry peers for outstanding leadership and contributions to advancements in the field of health information technology.

HIMSS and American Society for Quality Invite You to Share Your Health IT Stories of Success

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS and co-sponsor American Society for Quality (ASQ) are actively seeking real-world success stories to be peer-reviewed for consideration as Stories of Success! Case Studies. ASQ is co-sponsoring the project; a representative from the National Quality Forum, The Joint Commission, and National Committee for Quality Assurance serve on the case study review group.

HIMSS Launches Its New Blog

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Continuing its focus on improving healthcare delivery through technology, HIMSS launched its new blog.

HIMSS Celebrates 50 Years

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST

With a continued focus on improving healthcare with through the use of information technology and management systems, HIMSS began on July 1 its year-long 50th anniversary celebration.

HIMSS Clinician Leader Named as Fellow for American Academy of Nursing

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST

Joining the nation’s top nurse researchers, policymakers, scholars, executives and practitioners, HIMSS Vice President, Informatics Joyce Sensmeier, MS, RN-BC, CPHIMS, FHIMSS has been recognized as a fellow with the American Academy of Nursing, a credential held by more than 1,600 nursing leaders throughout the world.

Meaningful Use Update

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:00:00 EST

July 13, 2010 -This morning, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released their final rules identifying the criteria for hospitals and eligible providers to become meaningful users of health information technology (IT), and the certification criteria and standards for achieving meaningful use in order to qualify for incentive payments under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

Finalists Named: Electronic Health Record Implementation

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:00:00 EST

CHICAGO (July 13, 2010) –  Hospitals and community health organizations continue to recognize the benefits of technology by implementing health IT to improve patient care, safety, and efficiency, including three finalists for the 2010 HIMSS Davies Organizational and HIMSS Davies Community Health Organization Awards of Excellence.

HIMSS Announces New Executive Vice President, Organizational Services

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS has promoted John Hoyt, effective June 14, to the position of Executive Vice President, Organizational Services. In this role, Hoyt will also serve as the executive head for HIMSS Analytics.

Connecting Regional Extension Centers to Comprehensive Information Technology Resources

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

Since the May launch of its new, complimentary Affiliate membership program for R.E.C.s, 10 regional extension centers have joined HIMSS.The program is designed to assist R.E.C.s in their mission to equip thousands of priority practitioners, and rural, underserved, and critical access hospitals, to meet the requirements of Meaningful Use.

Evaluating Finalists for Electronic Health Record Implementation

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

With health information technology in place as a beneficial tool to improve patient care,  and impact population health, six organizations have been selected as finalists for the 2010 HIMSS Davies Ambulatory Care and HIMSS Davies Public Health Awards of Excellence.

Mapping Hospital Readiness for Meaningful Use

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

With hospitals expected to meet in 2011 the first phase of deadlines for Meaningful Use specified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, HIMSS Analytics has added new questions to its annual Survey on Meaningful Use. The questions include those developed by the Health Story Project on the inclusion of structured document standards that must be in place so that narrative data converts to a structured format and can be imported in to the EMR.

Two Healthcare CEOs Recognized for Leadership in Health IT Implementation

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing executive leadership and strategic implementation of health information technology systems, HIMSS and Modern Healthcare named two recipients of the 2010 CEO IT Achievement Award.

Improving Patient Care with Health IT Drives Attendees to HIMSS10

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) today announced preliminary registration figures for its 2010 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition in Atlanta, Ga. from March 1-4. As the largest healthcare information technology conference in the U.S., HIMSS10 brought together health IT professionals, clinicians and exhibiting companies who are striving to improve the delivery of patient care with health information technology. Following is an updated registration report as of March 4, 2010, the final day of the conference.

New Dorenfest Institute White Paper Explores PACS Technology

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

The Dorenfest Institute for Health Information Technology, Research and Education, managed by the HIMSS Foundation, has released, Growth in Use of Picture Archiving and Communications System: A 2000-2008 Study. This free white paper explores PACS technology and its growth and use as a relevant and important tool in the US healthcare industry. The study uses data gathered from the databases of the Dorenfest Institute and HIMSS Analytics™.

Stories of Success! Health IT’s Impact on National Safety Goals & Priorities

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

Emphasizing the link between improvements in healthcare quality and patient safety and health IT – HIMSS and ASQ(American Society for Quality) announce the selection of 16 real-world and peer-reviewed case study submissions. The case studies were selected for inclusion in Stories of Success! Leveraging HIT, Improving Quality & Safety program. Members of the HIMSS Patient Safety & Quality Outcomes Committee and additional subject matter experts from The Joint Commission, the National Committee for Quality Assurance and the American Society for Quality contributed to the review process. The National Quality Forum also supports the project.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Three Hospitals with Stage 7 Award

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics has recognized two academic medical centers and the first rural hospital with its Stage 7 Award. The hospitals are: Citizens Memorial Hospital, Boliver, Mo.; Stanford Hospital & Clinics, Palo Alto, Calif.; and University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, Madison, Wis.

Engaged in Interoperability at IHE 2010 North America Connectathon

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Focused on electronic health record system connectivity and interoperable exchange of patient health data with standards-based systems, the IHE 2010 North America Connectathon brought together: 498 system engineers…who were testing more than 150 health IT systems…from 104 participating companies/organizations.

Apply Now – 2010 HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence Applications Now Being Accepted

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) is now accepting applications for the 2010 HIMSS Davies Awards of Excellence. The awards program honors hospitals and health systems, independent physician practices, public health, and community health organizations that have successfully achieved value from electronic health records to improve healthcare delivery.

Two Nurses Emerge as Leaders in Informatics

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

Two nurses have won recognition as emerging leaders in the field of nursing informatics, selected by the Alliance for Nursing Informatics (ANI) to participate in a jointly supported Nursing Informatics Emerging Leaders Program. The selections were based on a number of criteria, including a mid-level position in informatics in a health care setting, a current license to practice as a registered nurse, and the ability to make a difference as a leader in the field of informatics. This inaugural program aims to develop leaders capable of assuming national leadership positions in an informatics-related organization.

HIMSS Honors Award Recipients for Health IT Contributions

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing the exemplary contributions and leadership of HIMSS Members in moving forward the adoption of interoperable electronic health records, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society has announced the recipients of its 2009 Awards program. The HIMSS Foundation and three HIMSS Chapters also provided seven individual annual college scholarships to students enrolled in health IT and management systems university degree programs.

William Spooner Named CHIME-HIMSS 2009 John E. Gall, Jr. CIO of the Year

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) are proud to announce that the recipient of the 2009 John E. Gall Jr. CIO of the Year Award is William Spooner, FCHIME, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer at Sharp HealthCare in San Diego, Calif.

HIMSS Statement on the Proposed Regulations for Meaningful Use

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

The goals of President Obama’s Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) provisions included improvement in the quality and efficacy of healthcare delivered to Americans. The release on Dec. 30 of interim final rules on meaningful use and qualified electronic health records begin us down the path to achieve those goals, goals that HIMSS has long supported.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC with Stage 7 Award

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS Analytics announced Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC as the first children’s hospital to receive its Stage 7 Award. The hospital will be recognized at the 2010 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition in March in Atlanta, Ga. The award represents attainment of the highest level on the EMR Adoption Model^SM (EMRAM). The hospital is renowned for its outstanding clinical services, research programs and medical education.

Obama Announces Grants to Community Healthcare Organizations

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS is pleased with today’s announcement by President Obama that the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will administer nearly $600 million in awards to support construction and healthcare IT projects in Community Health Centers around the country.

New HIMSS Analytics Survey Reveals Healthcare "Business Associates" Are Unprepared for Data Breach

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Business associates, those who handle private patient information for healthcare organizations—including everyone from billing, credit bureaus, benefits management, legal services, claims processing, insurance brokers, data processing firms, pharmacy chains, accounting firms, temporary office personnel, and offshore transcription vendors —are largely unprepared to meet the new data breach related obligations included in the HITECH Act.

HIMSS Goes to Las Vegas in 2012

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society will hold its 201 Annual HIMSS Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas, Nev. from Feb. 20-24, 2012 at the Sands Expo Convention Center.

Healthcare Organizations May Not Be Prepared for HITECH and Other Security Challenges

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

With the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act underway, healthcare organizations face new challenges to maintain privacy and security of patient health data. However, data gathered from healthcare IT and security professionals indicate that many organizations may not be ready to meet some of the HITECH components of the ARRA legislation and other security challenges, according to the results of the 2009 HIMSS Security Survey, sponsored by Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq: SYMC).

Putting It All Together…Meaningful Use and EHRs…at CHEST 2009

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Providing valuable guidance on meaningful use and incentive funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, HIMSS and ACCP once again join forces to sponsor the Health IT Showcase at CHEST 2009, the 75th annual international scientific assembly of the ACCP. Located at booth #1519, the Showcase is open during the conference on Nov. 2-4 at the San Diego Convention Center.

Moving Health IT Ahead with New HIMSS Medical Banking Project

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

As the convergence between banking and healthcare information technology accelerates, HIMSS and the Medical Banking Project have come together to form the HIMSS Medical Banking Project. HIMSS President & CEO H. Stephen Lieber and MBProject Founder John Casillas made a joint announcement today in Chicago and at the Southern California Health Care Summit in Ontario, Calif.

HIMSS Honors Health IT Leaders at Policy Summit

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing policymakers and policy-related contributions advancing health information technology, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society honored four recipients with the Society’s annual Leadership Awards. HIMSS announced the honorees during its Policy Summit, Sept. 22-23 in Washington, DC.

Share Your Stories of Real-World Success on Patient Safety and Quality Outcomes

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Emphasizing the link between improvements in healthcare quality and patient safety and health IT, HIMSS is seeking real-world success stories to be peer-reviewed for consideration as a case study in the Stories of Success! Leveraging HIT, Improving Quality & Safety program. ASQ is co-sponsoring the project; the National Quality Forum and The Joint Commission have a representative serving on the case study review group.

Recognizing Best of the Best in Health IT – 2009 National Davies Awards Announced

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST

Health information technology – specifically electronic health records – is an integral component of quality patient care for the recipients of the 2009 HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence. For the first time, HIMSS announced these award recipients during National Health IT Week with H. Stephen Lieber, CAE, president/CEO of HIMSS, recognizing the honorees during a press conference on Sept. 22 at the House Triangle on Capitol Hill.

Two Organizations Honored with 2009 HIMSS Davies Public Health Award of Excellence

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST

Recognizing public health achievement through health information management, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society announced two recipients of the 2009 Public Health Davies Award of Excellence.

HIMSS Statement on ARRA Funding Annoucement on Aug. 20

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Today's federal government announcements launching two significant health information initiatives are examples of the government's commitment to improving cost-effective, quality care through the use of health information technology.

Log on for Online Educational Opportunities with HIMSS eLearning Academy

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Recognized for its quality educational programming, HIMSS introduces the eLearning Academy, a collection of healthcare information technology and management systems content delivered in the form of newly developed courses focused on the needs of the end-user, plus archived top-rated sessions from HIMSS events. The delivery platform, powered by Learn.com, is a Web-based, learning management system (LMS).

Educate, Collaborate, Share and Network on HIMSS Clinical Decision Support Wiki

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

Many organizations struggle to successfully deploy clinical decision support (CDS), a goal that takes on new importance since effective clinical decision support is a critical component of ‘meaningful EMR use,’ as required for stimulus funding under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act.

Hear Microsoft CIO Share His Vision

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Microsoft Health Users Group Exchange 2009 brings Tony Scott to the podium on Wednesday, Sept. 2, as the closing keynote speaker at this annual gathering of active and engaged users of the company’s healthcare software products. The two-day users group exchange, formerly known as the Microsoft HUG Tech Forum, will be held Sept. 2-3 at the Microsoft Corporate Campus in Redmond, Wash.

HIMSS Statement Supporting: Dr. Regina Benjamin as Surgeon General Nominee

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

HIMSS is pleased to see President Obama has nominated Regina Benjamin, MD, MBA, to be the next Surgeon General of the United States. Dr. Benjamin operates a rural health clinic in Bayou La Batre, Ala., which she has rebuilt three times—after two hurricanes, including Hurricane Katrina, and a fire.

Society Launches New Multimedia Site—HIMSS.tv

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) introduces HIMSS.tv, the new media presence launched by the Society.

HIMSS Announces New HIMSS Board Members and Officers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society announced four new officers and four new members of the HIMSS Board of Directors, all who took office on July 1.

Understanding and Rating the Usability of the Electronic Medical Record

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

A new white paper, Defining and Testing EMR Usability: Principles and Proposed Methods of EMR Usability Evaluation and Rating, identifies usability of clinical software systems for the electronic medical record as “one of the major factors, and possibly the most important factor hindering wide-spread adoption of EMRs.”