Bradford-Scott Medical

Hiya!  :)  I'm Jess, Bradford-Scott's Marketing Manager.  I haven't been here long but I can tell you that I love my job!  It's nice to finally work for a company that is truly focused on exceptional customer service and products.  I work with a great group of people and there is never a dull moment!  It's my job to promote Bradford-Scott so that others may experience what our tag-line states...

Same great service... New generation of products.

Our Bradford-Scott Medical blog will bring you the information you're looking for on topics like EHR, Practice Management, electronic prescriptions, CCHIT, and much more.

On a personal note, I am happily married and originally from the small town of Yorktown, Indiana - GO TIGERS!  I enjoy acting like a goof, shopping, spending time with my family and friends, reading, going to concerts, living on the edge at amusement parks, softball, and horseback riding. 

I look forward to bringing you more information about Bradford-Scott, our products, and the latest in the industry.  Until then....  GO COLTS!!

Do you know of any practices or physicians that are...
• New to your area?
• Building a new office or expanding?
• Breaking away from a hospital network?
• Unhappy with their current system or service?
• Currently seeking an EHR (Electronic Health Record) system, aPractice Management system,  an automated patient messaging system (PhoneTree), or a Paperless Office system?

If you are the first client to notify us, and they become a Bradford-Scott Data Corporation customer, we'll pay you $500!!

To submit your referral, please provide the following information for your practice, as well as the referred practice:
• Organization Name
• Contact Name
• Phone Number
• Email Address (if available)

With the incentives from The Stimulus Plan and the training and support of Bradford-Scott Data Corporation, there has never been a better time to implement a CCHIT certified EHR!

EHR and EMR... there is a difference despite the fact that providers, vendors, IT personnel and others continually present the two as interchangeable.  Vendors in particular continue to use the EMR label as it is by far the most frequently used (read "Googled") term for health record systems.

The National Alliance for Health Information Technology (NAHIT) recently established definitions as follows:

EMR: The electronic record of health-related information on an individual that is created, gathered, managed, and consulted by licensed clinicians and staff from a single organization involved in the individual's health and care.

EHR: The aggregate electronic record of health-related information on an individual that is created and gathered cumulatively across more than one health care organization and is managed and consulted by licensed clinicians and staff involved in the individual's health and care.  In other words, and EHR is an EMR with interoperability (integration) with other providers' systems.

Here are three things to keep in mind when selecting an electronic health records system:

• Is the system's CCHIT and HL-7 certification current;
• Does the program suit your practice's workflow patterns; and,
• Is the system easily navigable at the point if care.

Contact us today to learn more about EHR and all of the incentives available to you!

Have you been wondering why you need an EHR system?  Here are just 5 of obvious reasons: 

• Improved Coding - With better documentation tools,your coding will be more accurate, leading to better reimbursements
• Storage - Keeping paper charts on-site takes up too much space and keeping them off-site takes up too much of your money.  
• e-Prescribing - Did you know that, on average, your staff spends 10 minutes handling prescription refill calls alone?  How many of these calls are they taking each day?  
• Malpractice Premiums - Some insurance carriers offer discounts to those providers using EHR.
• No More Chart Pulls - This one speaks for itself.  :)

Sage Intergy EHR meets the stage one criteria for meaningful use and is CCHIT certified.  Now is the time to get in line - yes, there is already a line forming - for EHR before you miss out on the maximum incentives.  Bradford-Scott is here to walk you through the questions about stimulus, and help you receive other incentives too.   Contact us today to schedule a call or meeting with one of our consultants, you'll be glad you did!

 When it comes to Orthopedics, we've got you covered!

• Customized templates for joints, spine, and physical therapy
• Integrated EHR and Practice Management
• E-Prescribe with drug formularies
• Instant access to images
• CCHIT certified

Paired with a company you can count on!

• 2008 Customer Survey score of 9.39 out of 10
• 2008 average support response time of 7 minutes
• Over 25 years serving the medical industry
• Over 4,000 installations nationally
• Servicing Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky, and Michigan

The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA) has established incentives for those physicians using electronic prescriptions for their Medicare patients.  These incentives will start at a 2% credit and gradually decrease, ending in a 2% penalty.  Also, it is important to note that the bonuses are paid after the calendar year is over...  It's not an upfront payment.

These incentives are in addition to the Stimulus Incentives for electronic health record (EHR) adoption, so the earlier you implement e-Prescribe and electronic health records, the more money you'll save.  

There's never been a better time to call Bradford-Scott!

Why consider an Electronic Medical Records System?

• Improved Coding - With better documentation tools, your coding will be more accurate.  Where there is more accuracy, better patient care and, in most cases,  higher reimbursements will follow.

• Storage - Where are you putting those charts?  Keeping them on-site takes up too much space and keeping them off-site takes up too much of your money.  Use your space for another exam room and use your money for whatever you want, not renting the unnecessary.

• e-Prescribing - Did you know that, on average, your staff spends 10 minutes handling prescription refill calls alone?  How many of these calls are they taking each day?  You're paying them how much per hour?

• Malpractice Premiums - Did you know that some insurance carriers offer discounts to those providers using EHR?  It's true...  Some even offer discounts all the way up to 20%, and for you specialty practices out there, this type of saving would more than cover the cost of your EHR.

• No More Chart Pulls - With an average cost of $5 per chart pull, how much money would your practice save?  The average is 30 chart pulls per day, what would you do with an extra $39,150  per year?

If you wait until you are forced to implement an Electronic Health Records system, will you end up with one that you have no control over? Call us today to view a demo of Intergy EHR.  Intergy EHR meets all of the Stage 1 criteria to receive your incentives.

It's not a question of "if", it's a question of "when".

Bradford-Scott Data Corporation, the largest company in the Mid-West specializing in electronic health records (EHR) and practice management systems, supports our Indianapolis Colts!  

The Colts have had an amazing season, they should be nice and rested, and it's time to set the record straight... In my opinion, the Indianapolis Colts are THE best, and we're gonna take the SuperBowl!  :)  I can't wait to be at the game tomorrow surrounded by all of the fans in their blue and white!  It's going to be a great time and a great day!

GO COLTS BEAT THE RAVENS!!

No matter how adaptable people are, drastic change always creates anxiety and stress.  A practice that has always used paper charts for it's medical records is bound to experience a few shock waves when it's suddenly deprived of it's paper!  The stress and tension that result can't be eliminated, but they can be managed, and the key is proper planning.

Always start at the top.  It's crucial that key staff members, both physicians and administration, be pro-active and committed to the project.  Be realistic and don't expect too much initially.  Remember, people are, in every sense, changing jobs, and if your staff isn't completely 'on board,' there will be resistance and even failure.

Every member of your staff who will actually be using the new EHR system should have significant input and feel that his or her contribution is important.  Form a committee of employees from each strata of your practice to evaluate potential systems.

Create a written 'vision statement' to systematically state the case for a 'paperless' office.  People are naturally resistant to change, so if they perceive no reason for it, EHR won't be used.

Once  you have implemented your new EHR system, select and train a core of people to train the remaining staff.  These 'superusers' should encourage constant feedback from those they are training.  As they are more accessible to their fellow-employees, they will be very valuable in identifying problem areas and pockets of resistance.

Take things slowly.  Many people have never used a mouse or sent an e-mail, so the concept of EHR can be a real challenge.  Keep communication channels open and keep everyone in the office involved; especially those who are most resistant.

Lastly, expect the unexpected.  Change always causes problems, but with the proper planning, realistic expectations and open communication, trouble can be kept to a minimum.  Planning how your new EHR system will integrate into your practicebefore you implement is time well-spent...both literally and figuratively.

Choosing a practice management system is a big decision!  You need to be certain that you select the software that will effectively streamline workflow, reduce the chance of errors, cut costs, enhance patient outcomes and help you run your whole practice more efficiently. Intergy Practice Management was designed with your needs in mind and with an eye towards the future.  New enhanced cross-functional features promoting proactive task management will help you increase revenue, decrease denials and enhance your practice’s ability to provide high quality patient care. Intergy grows with you and actually anticipates your workflow.

 

 You're busy and you need an electronic health records system (EHR) that can not only keep pace, but that is specific to your specialty!  One that provides instant access to images, and the ability to quickly document key physical exam findings, range of motion measurements, and pain scale values.  

With Intergy EHR by Sage, orthopedic practices can:

• Move quickly between patients, accessing multiple open charts at once 
• Streamline documentation by using encounter note templates, customized for each major joint, the spine, and physical therapy evaluations 
• Record measurements for range of motion and capture values for pain scales 
• Document tests performed and include physicians' assessments of results 
• Improve inter-office communication, particularly for offices with diagnostic capabilities such as X-ray, MRI and CT 
• Use health reminders and alerts for preventive treatments 
• Easily add, change or renew medications and use medication "favorites" by diagnosis

That's not all!  Intergy EHR is CCHIT certified and meets all of the requirements for stimulus (ARRA) rebates! Couple all of that with the outstanding service and support from Bradford-Scott and you can't lose!  We are a turnkey operation providing software, hardware and training, as well as implementation and support to our clients. All of this, plus exceptional customer service, results in accomplishments becoming less feasible for our competitors.

 No matter how adaptable people are, drastic change always creates anxiety and stress.  A practice that has always used paper charts for it's medical records is bound to experience a few shock waves when it's suddenly deprived of it's paper!  The stress and tension that result can't be eliminated, but they can be managed, and the key is proper planning.

Always start at the top.  It's crucial that key staff members, both physicians and administration, be pro-active and committed to the project.  Be realistic and don't expect too much initially.  Remember, people are, in every sense, changing jobs, and if your staff isn't completely 'on board,' there will be resistance and even failure.

Every member of your staff who will actually be using the new EHR system should have significant input and feel that his or her contribution is important.  Form a committee of employees from each strata of your practice to evaluate potential systems.

Create a written 'vision statement' to systematically state the case for a 'paperless' office.  People are naturally resistant to change, so if they perceive no reason for it, EHR won't be used.

Once  you have implemented your new EHR system, select and train a core of people to train the remaining staff.  These 'superusers' should encourage constant feedback from those they are training.  As they are more accessible to their fellow-employees, they will be very valuable in identifying problem areas and pockets of resistance.

Take things slowly.  Many people have never used a mouse or sent an e-mail, so the concept of EHR can be a real challenge.  Keep communication channels open and keep everyone in the office involved; especially those who are most resistant.

Lastly, expect the unexpected.  Change always causes problems, but with the proper planning, realistic expectations and open communication, trouble can be kept to a minimum.  Planning how your new EHR system will integrate into your practicebefore you implement is time well-spent...both literally and figuratively.

 Even with all the talk about incentives and mandates, many are still wondering why they need an EHR system.  Here are just a few of the obvious reasons.

• Improved Coding - With better documentation tools, your coding will be more accurate, leading to better reimbursements.

• Storage - Keeping paper charts on-site takes up too much space and keeping them off-site takes up too much of your money.  

• e-Prescribing - Did you know that, on average, your staff spends 10 minutes handling prescription refill calls alone?  How many of these calls are they taking each day?  

• Malpractice Premiums - Some insurance carriers offer discounts to those providers using EHR.

• No More Chart Pulls - This one speaks for itself.  :)

If you wait until you are forced to implement an Electronic Health Records system, chances are that you'll end up with one that is not a good fit for your practice or specialty.  Start looking now and remember to look only at those that are CCHIT certified.

It's not a question of "if", it's a question of "when".

Even with all the talk about incentives and mandates, many are still wondering why they need an EHR system.  Here are just a few of the obvious reasons.

• Improved Coding - With better documentation tools, your coding will be more accurate, leading to better reimbursements.

• Storage - Keeping paper charts on-site takes up too much space and keeping them off-site takes up too much of your money. 

• e-Prescribing - Did you know that, on average, your staff spends 10 minutes handling prescription refill calls alone?  How many of these calls are they taking each day? 

• Malpractice Premiums - Some insurance carriers offer discounts to those providers using EHR.

• No More Chart Pulls - This one speaks for itself.  :)

If you wait until you are forced to implement an Electronic Health Records system, chances are that you'll end up with one that is not a good fit for your practice or specialty.  Start looking now and remember to look only at those that are CCHIT certified.

It's not a question of "if", it's a question of "when".

Choosing a practice management system is a big decision!  You need to be certain that you select the software that will effectively streamline workflow, reduce the chance of errors, cut costs, enhance patient outcomes and help you run your whole practice more efficiently.  Intergy Practice Management was designed with your needs in mind and with an eye towards the future.  New enhanced cross-functional features promoting proactive task management will help you increase revenue, decrease denials and enhance your practice’s ability to provide high quality patient care. Intergy grows with you and actually anticipates your workflow.

Use Intergy to:

• Increase revenue with Claim Tracker, a unique tool used to view the status and streamline resubmitting disputed claims electronically
• Ensure payment posting accuracy by using Electronic Statement Remittance and virtually eliminate manual posting and remittance tasks
• Centralize financial operations for multi-practice organizations
• Eliminate idle appointments with intelligent scheduling and automatic wait lists
• Streamline accounts receivable with system-generated work list
• Improve efficiency with built-in reports, forms, letters and templates
• Capture and manage patient information with document imaging tools
• Stay current and confident with automatic upgrades and proactive service provided by Intergy’s remote monitoring system
• Positively impact your practice’s bottom line by creating Charge Tasks and conducting comprehensive Denial Tracking Speed payer turnaround with HIPAA-ready, EDI-transmitted claims and statements

Intergy by Sage is an integrated, scalable practice management system that combines complex medical practice functions into easy-to-navigate windows with consistent point-and-click drop-down menus and buttons. Intergy offers seamless integration with Intergy EHR by Sage setting the platinum standard in healthcare software.

Click here to view your free demo.

Intergy EHR, a Powerful, CCHIT Certified SM Electronic Health Record software, is designed to complement the clinical approach of your practice. With the local presence of Bradford-Scott Data Corporation to ensure you get the proper hand holding needed and the national backing of Sage Software to continue to keep this product on the leading edge of technology; this is a duo that is untouched.

The latest Intergy EHR release focuses on maximizing clinical connectivity in order to optimize your patient’s experience and enhance your bottom line. Intergy EHR does this by touching every aspect of your practice, from enhancing patient care to maximizing billing procedures.

• Guideline-driven care for preventive measures and treatments protocols
• Advanced clinical flow-sheets provide a view of a patient’s progress and treatment effectiveness
• ePrescribing enhances accuracy and provides interaction alerts
• Orders & Tasks allow you to easily create and track orders such as mammograms, blood tests, etc.
• Drug Utilization Review (DUR) On Demand and ePrescribing provide you instant access to drug interaction information
• Clinical record summary for Interoperability improves efficiency by sharing information
• Automated patient visit templates improve documentation & analyze coding
• Patient Privacy options ensure the security of sensitive patient data
• Specialty specific product features provide tools designed for your practice

Contact Bradford-Scott Data Corporation today for your customized Intergy EHR demo.

Recently R. Scott Elliott, president of Bradford-Scott Data Corporation, was asked to participate in an interview with Scott Cytron from The CPA Technology Advisor.   Here's a sneak peek of the article:

From privacy regulations to an overhaul of our nation's healthcare system, medical and healthcare clients have enough to figure out without focusing time and energy on accounting processes, software and systems. That’s best left up to the professionals who actually work in accounting.

 

Now is a great time for accountants and technology consultants to prescribe their remedies, not only to provide practical solutions, but to enhance productivity and add to the bottom line.

Read more from Scott Elliott here and learn how Bradford-Scott can help you today!

The end of the year is upon us, and unfortunately that also means that it's time to start thinking about taxes.  Are you aware of Tax Code 179? 

Internal Revenue Code Section 179 allows a sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation to deduct up to $250,000 of software and equipment purchased before the end of the year. Under normal circumstances, business property that has more than one year of useful life must be deducted over several years, accounting for depreciation. However, Tax Code 179 will allow businesses to deduct the entire cost, up to $250,000 in the same year it was purchased.

$250,000 is a nice chunk of change and will put a huge dent in, if not completely cover, your EHR purchase!  Not to mention that you can get even more in Stimulus incentives later!  BUT...  don't forget that things are always changing.  Last year it was only $25,000 so there's no guarantee that the same $250,000 will still be in play next year... Especially with all of the bills that have been passing, and how much they are costing!

I know that the holidays aren't exactly the most convenient times to purchase an EHR system, but Bradford-Scott is here to make your job a lot easier for you!  Pick up the phone and call us, or send me an email, and see why we have been so successful for over 26 years!  

Avoid the Stimulus market rush and get in line NOW before you lose out on what can be a very nice incentive package!
 

It's that time of year again... Time for food, family and SHOPPING!!  It's also time to stop, reflect and be thankful for so many things in our lives.  All of us here at Bradford-Scott want you to know that we truly appreciate your continued support and business!  As a matter of fact, just this month, Bradford-Scott celebrated our 26th anniversary and we couldn't have done it without you!  

We wish for you a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday!