HIMSS
The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) is pleased to partner with the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) to bring various educational resources regarding Electronic Health Record (EHR)/Health Information Technology (HIT) information to its membership.
HIMSS is the health-care industry's membership organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of HIT and management systems for the betterment of health care. HIMSS has a rich history of collaboration with many organizations to further the relationship between HIT and clinicians.
It is our sincere interest to continue this partnership between the ACCP and HIMSS for the mutual benefit of our respective constituents to provide ACCP members with education relevant to its practicing clinicians in an effort to demonstrate how they can maximize their delivery of health care with the implementation of EHRs/HIT.
Meaningful Use One Source
This is a repository of hundreds of documents, tools, and links to other knowledge available on the Internet. Within this authoritative knowledge resource, you will find everything you need to know about meaningful use. Meaningful Use OneSource has the answers to your questions on how to meet the meaningful use and certification criteria; how to receive the Medicare and Medicaid incentive funding and avoid penalties; and how to practically and successfully implement meaningful use into your organization.
HIMSS Physician Community
The community’s purpose is to articulate a cohesive voice for HIMSS physicians and to provide strategic direction, official positions, leadership, guidance, and domain expertise to HIMSS activities, industry initiatives, and collaborations with physician societies across the country.
HIMSS Digital Office Newsletter
The Health Information Management System Society (HIMSS) publishes this free electronic newsletter every month to keep readers informed of the latest news on ambulatory care HIT and the electronic medical records in the ambulatory care setting. Preview past issues of the newsletter by clicking on the link above and then be sure to subscribe.
Additional Valuable Resources:
HIMSS HIT State Dashboard
Ambulatory Initiatives
Davies Program
EMR Adoption Tools
HIMSS Online Buyers Guide
Become a HIMSS Member! Special ACCP Member Offer!
Click here for more information on all the benefits of a HIMSS membership.
Upcoming Events
HIMSS Thought Leadership Event:
An exclusive, complimentary dinner and presentation to explore how meaningful use and health IT implementation can increase the value of your practice, now and in the future. For more information click here: http://www.himss.org/cdwevents/index.html
June 15, 2011 - Washington DC
August 31, 2011 - Seattle
September 27, 2011 - Indianapolis
October 13, 2011 - Nashville
November 14, 2011 - Dallas
December 6, 2011 - San Diego
