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John Labban, M.D., has a very busy solo ob/gyn practice in Bloomington that ran out of space for paper charts. In May, he learned about web-based clinical messaging through HealthLINC and told his staff, “Let’s go for it.” They are still discovering the pros and cons of technology; however, Dr. Labban says the good things are he can work from anywhere and access patient information online any time of day. He greatly appreciates the speed of e-prescribing and definitely does not miss the pile of charts on his desk! more

• Electronic health record systems give health information exchanges affordable, interoperable EHR options for connecting physicians • Certification helps physicians demonstrate meaningful use to qualify for Medicare and Medicaid health IT ... more

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced nearly $20 million in new technical support assistance to help critical access and rural hospital facilities convert from paper-based medical records to certified electronic health record (EHR) technology. Some 1,655 critical access and rural hospitals in 41 states and the nationwide Indian Country, headquartered in the District of Columbia, stand to benefit from this assistance, which can help each of them qualify for substantial EHR incentive payments from Medicare and Medicaid. more

Secretary Sebelius Announces Final Rules To Support ‘Meaningful Use’ of Electronic Health Records WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced final rules to help improve Americans’ health, increase safety and reduce health care costs through expanded use of electronic health records (EHR).  more

Cincinnati, OH – HealthBridge, a not-for-profit health information organization serving the ... more

HealthLINC Can Guide You Through the Process of Achieving "Meaningful Use" The Tri-State Regional Extension Center (REC) is one of a select group of organizations throughout the U.S. designated ... more