How the UNHIN can impact the Department of Veteran Affairs

How the UNHIN can impact the Department of Veteran Affairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs (DOVA) includes the largest health system in the United States and the second largest agency in the federal government. Yet, they face the greatest problems. One of the major issues with the VA system is the lack of sophisticated technology. Electronic health records are particularly crucial for optimizing the health […]

Driving Patient Engagement with the Universal Health Information Network (UNHIN)

Driving Patient Engagement with the Universal Health Information Network (UNHIN)

Patient engagement is a crucial element in population health management and involves encouraging patients to take an active role in improving their health. In order to better engage patients, not only do providers need to administer care during patient visits, but also in between (IHTT, 2012). Collaboration with patients motivates them to better take care […]

Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) are an emerging global trend in the delivery of health care

Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) are an emerging global trend in the delivery of health care

As health care facilities that provide same-day surgical care, Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) are an emerging global trend in the delivery of health care. With many states newly adopting the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) Program that calls for a 25% reduction in hospital visits over 5 years, this trend is positioned to continue […]