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Explore our EHR/EMR resources to stay updated on electronic health and medical records management, including best practices for data security, interoperability, patient data management, and optimizing workflows in independent healthcare practices.
Physicians smile while holding computer and discussing EHR selection
Physicians smile while holding computer and discussing EHR selection
How to select an EHR/EMR: A comprehensive guide

Find out how to select an EHR and what to consider when determining the best EHR medical software for your practice.

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Smiling nurse works on tablet while experiencing the benefits of EHR for nurses
The role and benefits of EHRs and EMRs for nurses

Discover how EHRs and EMRs boost efficiency and improve patient care — plus key features to look for when choosing the right system for your practice.

customizable template EHR
customizable template EHR
How customizable templates can improve your EHR workflow

Customizable EHR templates can significantly boost your practice operations.

EHR APIs
EHR APIs
What are EHR APIs and why do they matter for practices? 

Facilitate seamless communication and data exchange between your EHR and other healthcare tools.

top physician software
top physician software
Top EHR software systems for physicians

The importance of implementing effective EHR systems has never been greater. Discover the top EHRs for physicians along with their differences around pricing, features, and capabilities.

healthcare professionals collaborating over charts
healthcare professionals collaborating over charts
Benefits of EHRs and EMRs for small private practices

Discover how the right EHR system can transform your small private practice, improve workflow, enhance patient care, and maximize revenue with minimal disruption.

Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your medical practice
EHR alert fatigue
EHR alert fatigue
How to address EHR alert fatigue

Addressing alert fatigue can lower the risk of adverse patient events, support better care delivery, and relieve clinician burnout.

Medical staff collaborate on patient care, answering how does EHR improve efficiency
Medical staff collaborate on patient care, answering how does EHR improve efficiency
How EHRs and healthcare technology improve efficiency

Discover how EHRs boost healthcare efficiency. Learn key benefits, best practices, and future trends to optimize your medical practice.

the importance of certified EHR technology
the importance of certified EHR technology
The importance of certified EHR technology

Learn why certified EHR systems are essential for healthcare practices to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance care, and improve operations.

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Medical professional reads about history of electronic health records on tablet
History of EHRs in healthcare technology

Find out how EHRs have revolutionized healthcare since the 1960s — and what the future holds for providers.

Physician reads about ehr implementation on tablet
Physician reads about ehr implementation on tablet
Mastering EHR implementation: Challenges, strategies, and a checklist

Transform your practice with a successful EHR implementation plan — tackle common challenges and achieve seamless integration.

healthcare professionals collaborating while looking at EHR on their tablet
healthcare professionals collaborating while looking at EHR on their tablet
How to evaluate EHR platforms (+EHR platform evaluation matrix)

Learn how to choose the right EHR platform with our guide, featuring common challenges, key criteria, and a free evaluation matrix to ensure your practice thrives.

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female healthcare professional looking at laptop
How to find the best EHR for your specialty

Find out how to choose the perfect specialty-specific EHR for your practice, improving efficiency and patient care while avoiding common pitfalls.

Physician smiles while working on EHR RFP
Physician smiles while working on EHR RFP
How to write an RFP for an EHR (template included) 

A well-executed RFP paves the way for a smooth EHR implementation.

Image depicting EHR costs and budgets for electronic health record system software
Image depicting EHR costs and budgets for electronic health record system software
How to establish a budget for an EHR system (with free budget template)

Discover how to budget for EHR costs in your independent practice, with benefits and tips for maximizing your electronic health record software investment.

cleaning up EHR inbox
cleaning up EHR inbox
How to clean up and manage your EHR inbox

Effective EHR inbox management is the key to harnessing your EHR’s full potential.

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healthcare and business professionals collaborating
EHR vendor selection tips and questions to ask

Evaluate every EHR vendor through a practice-specific lens with these tips and a checklist of key questions.

EHR statistics
EHR statistics
10 EHR statistics you should know — plus tips for choosing the right system

65% of providers say they would switch from their current EHR.

Physician and EHR documentation
Physician and EHR documentation
Reduce EHR documentation time in your independent practice and improve patient care

Independent practices spend nearly half their patient time on EHR documentation. Get tips on how a modern system can help.

Physicians smile while holding computer and discussing EHR selection
Physicians smile while holding computer and discussing EHR selection
How to select an EHR/EMR: A comprehensive guide

Find out how to select an EHR and what to consider when determining the best EHR medical software for your practice.

EHRs vs EMRs
EHRs vs EMRs
EMR vs. EHR explained: A guide to the differences and when to use each

The price tag alone should not be the determining factor in whether an EMR vs. EHR is the right choice for your practice.

nurse charting in ehr software platform
nurse charting in ehr software platform
EHR explained: A guide to electronic healthcare systems

EHRs can enhance healthcare efficiency, boost patient engagement, and simplify compliance. Find the right one for your practice.

all you need to know about EMRs
all you need to know about EMRs
What is EMR? A guide to electronic medical records (EMRs)

Access this comprehensive guide to learn about all aspects of electronic patient records.