Evolution EMR - Why Evolution EMR?

Evolution EMR features advanced design that integrates 1) the superior infrastructure of Ethidiums E-Health Platform and 2) powerful EMR application software with 3) secure, anytime access.

1) Evolution's E-Health Platform

The backbone of Evolution EMR is the advanced design of Ethidiums E-Health Platform, providing intelligence, scalability and interoperability with preferred practice management software.

2) Powerful EMR application software

Evolution EMRs intelligent application software delivers an intuitive, uncomplicated interface without sacrificing capability. Its unique flexibility gives users the option of full implementation or an incremental approach.

3) Secure, anytime access

Ethidium selected an ASP model as the foundation for Evolution EMR, knowing that it offers the distinct advantage of hosting the application in an extremely secure environment with todays most advanced technological standards, providing physicians with access using browser-based software and a variety of devices.

Finally, somebody got EMR right.

IMPROVED QUALITY OF CARE

Evolution EMR gives all providers easy access to patients' medical records via the Internet
Cross-covering within a practice is much easier and less stressful when the provider has access to the patient's record
Evolution EMR provides support for clinical decision-making
Using Evolution EMR improves physician-patient relationships as data is accessible and complete
Accessibility of aggregated data, reports and clinical markers provides important clinical management opportunities
Health maintenance programs are easy to develop and monitor for your patient base
Organized structure and legibility in all parts of the patient's chart, including history, medication list, allergies, and lab results, facilitate decision-making, allow coordination of care, and reduce errors
Access to clinical guidelines and disease management protocols helps your practice achieve cutting-edge results
Chart audits are easy to accomplish and results are demonstrable
Using Evolution EMR helps assure HIPAA compliance

EXTREMELY AFFORDABLE

The cost of using Evolution EMR as an ASP-model EMR is based on a monthly fee for each provider. There are no additional ongoing support costs.

You are not required to buy feature that you will not need or use
Maintenance, upgrades, and backup are included in the monthly fee
Using Evolution EMR can reduce practice expenses in a number of areas. For example, the cost per month per user is
- less than the monthly cost of providing health benefits to one employee
- about equal to the Medicare reimbursement for one additional level 3 established patient visit per week
- approximately equal to the cost of one staff person spending 35 minutes looking for lost charts each day

MINIMAL INITIAL CASH OUTLAY

Because Evolution EMR is delivered in an ASP model, there are no large upfront capital expenses.

No need to buy a new server
No expensive licensing fees for database management software
No extra expense for features and applications that you do not use
All that is needed are input devices of your choice and high-speed access to the Internet

EASY TO LEARN AND USE

Reduced are both "learning curve" and time-to-benefit.

Learning to use Evolution EMR does not require lengthy and expensive time away from office hours and responsibilities for you or your staff
Providers can customize Evolution EMR so that it conforms to the way they practice
Minimal keyboard skills are required
Multiple methods of data entry are available to accommodate a range of computer literacy, skill levels, and preferences among providers
Evolution EMR does not require that you have technical programming expertise to develop and customize the EMR
Evolution EMR improves the quality and accuracy of documentation
Using Evolution EMR reduces the need for repetitive writing
Evolution EMR provides online user support and tutorials

ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE

Evolution EMR is accessible 24/7.

Access patients' records wirelessly, using browser-based software that connects to the secure clinical data repository
Records are available to providers whenever and wherever there is internet access, on a variety of devices – PDA, Smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop PC
Password protection and multiple security levels assure HIPAA compliance and appropriate access to providers

RELIABLE AND SECURE

Multiple layers of security restrict access to authorized caregivers and guard against attack. Rock-solid security features include Cisco PIX Firewalls, Intrusion Detection System, SSL Encryption, Role-based authorization and more. Evolution EMR is fully HIPAA compliant.

Evolution EMR provides encryption that assures record security
Records are backed up as data is entered
Records are stored at a secure facility
No clinical data is stored on any handheld devices
128-bit SSL encryption for "over the air" transmissions
Encryption of clinical data repository "on the disk"
Multi-layer password authentication and role-based authorization
Audit trail tracks all changes to clinical data
All medical records stored in physician's office
Firewalls and intrusion detection systems for Internet-connected installations
Compliant with current privacy and security HIPAA standards

ACCURATE, COMPLETE CODING

End hassles and guess work that rob time and money.

Evolution EMR helps determine the correct level of service for E&M coding
Evolution EMR allows rapid and thorough documentation of visits
Charge alerts facilitate complete billing for services rendered
Evolution EMR provides tools to submit clean claims with linked diagnosis and procedure codes
Evolution EMR provides point of care encounter documentation tools
Improved coding accuracy improves the practice revenue stream

CUSTOMIZABLE

Customize Evolution EMR to the needs of your practice.

There is no need to buy features that you will not use
The open architecture of the Evolution EMR platform allows easy addition of features and applications that are appropriate and beneficial for your practice
Individual providers can customize Evolution EMR to their styles of patient care without impacting the ease of use, effectiveness, or preferences of others on the system

FLEXIBLE TRANSITION FOR PHYSICIANS AND STAFF

Unlike some EMR systems, Evolution EMR provides implementation options.

If one or more providers are ready to make the move to an EMR before others, Evolution EMR can accommodate your needs by implementing the EMR incrementally
Many implementation models are available; implementation can be customized to your needs and timetable
There are multiple methods of data entry and a variety of input devices can be used
It is easy to add features and applications to the Evolution EMR platform

SCALABLE AND INTEROPERABLE

What about the future? With its open system architecture and support for national and international EHR standards, youll never be left behind by choosing Evolution EMR. Its interoperable with a full range of practice management software and clinical functions.

Evolution EMR supports interoperability standards such as HL7
Evolution EMR is compatible with a variety of practice management systems
Evolution EMR has a fully integrated patient portal and/or personal health record service
Evolution EMR can provide access to practice-approved educational sites and materials
Evolution EMR is integrated with clinical decision-making and other tools for quality management
Laboratory, pharmacy and other clinical functions such as digitized x-ray and EKG can be automated and integrated with the Evolution EMR
A full range of tools (e.g., prescription writing direct to pharmacy, formulary management, drug interaction check, document management, coding management) is available

UNCOMPLICATED

Evolution EMR is available without complicated hardware infrastructure.

Because Evolution EMR uses an ASP model, you will not need computer hardware experts in your practice
Updates and upgrades are performed seamlessly
There is no need to buy a new server

READY FOR CURRENT AND PROPOSED NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS

With Evolution EMR, youre ready for the next phase in your evolution.

Ethidium's chief technology officer is active in the organizations that are setting both national and international standards for EHR interoperability
Ethidium is committed to meeting and exceeding national standards
Evolution EMR facilitates HIPAA compliance

LOW-RISK SOLUTION

Everything about Evolution EMR adds up to it being the right choice in an EMR.

Evolution EMR requires only a minimal upfront investment
All data are stored in a standard format and therefore are compatible with EMR interoperability standards
Should you want to discontinue using Evolution EMR, your data are completely available to you in either CD or printed format
Evolution EMR provides online user support and tutorials
Ethidium Health System is committed to meeting and exceeding national standards and all required formats, and intends to be one of the first systems certified by the Health Information Technology Commission
Ethidium's business is the development and provision of state-of-the-art electronic medical records. The company is totally committed to this product

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