NextGen

The NextGen Ambulatory Electronic Health Records (EHR) system is the primary patient and clinical account software for users of the NextGen line of products. Adaptable for use in large hospitals, group practices, and small practices, this system offers one of the most flexible workflows complete with data management options and up to 26 sub-specialties, including Behavioral Health, Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine with Advanced Reporting, Child Health, and Dermatology. Users can take advantage of everything from the ePrescribing platform for their CPOE solution to mobile options that allow access to patient information from remote locations.

Because NexGen’s Ambulatory EHR uses a scalable enterprise architecture, HIT professionals working within the system can expect to work across locations, departments, and health systems. In addition to build and integration experience, it is also helpful to have project management and training skills, which can help the entire organization in implementing Ambulatory EHR quickly, effectively, and in accordance with regulations regarding safety and security in healthcare information technology.

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The NextGen Practice Management system is a Windows-based application that provides technology solutions that are easy-to-use and implement in a private practice setting. Used to manage appointments, billing process, collections and A/R, and to provide real-time clinical results, Practice Management provides everything an office needs to run successful workflows. And because it works within a Windows environment, it can be integrated into existing systems with a minimal training component.

Additional features of NextGen Practice Management include a WorkLog Manager, performance trackers, and the ability to generate dashboard and practice reports. HIT consultants can integrate it with other NextGen products, as well, providing even faster access to related clinical and administrative information.

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The Patient Portal module offered through the NextGen line of HIT solutions provides an interactive platform for patients and providers to communicate and share health-related data. Patients can access information like appointment times and their own medical histories while also picking up prescription renewals, referral requests, or laboratory results.

To help facilitate the flow of information, Patient Portal is designed to work within the larger NextGen EHR system. Information entered through Patient Portal can be imported directly into the clinic’s system with real-time updates. Because this is a web-based application that patients can access at home, it is important to include security and encryption levels that keep all information in keeping with regulations. HIT staffing for NextGen products ensures that this is done with a minimum hassle.

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NextGen Inpatient Clinicals is a complete suite of web-based technology tools designed to help maximize efficiency and communication in a healthcare setting. It includes modules and options for integration in:

• Computer Physician Order Entry (CPOE)
• Pharmacy Information System
• Laboratory Information System
• Radiology
• Therapy Management
• Clinical Data Repository (CDR)
• Physician Portal
• Order Management
• Medication Administration
• Clinical & Physician Documentation

All of these components can work independently or as part of the entire NextGen Inpatient Clinicals solution, and there are additional options for mobile access via a Blackberry, iPad, or other hand-held device.

Because there are many different modules within the Clinicals system, there is quite a bit of variability in infrastructure and integration needs, especially for hospitals and medical offices of varying sizes. HIT professionals working within this suite of tools should expect to provide some custom build options.

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The NextGen Inpatient Financials system is a complete financial solution that helps healthcare organizations lower their costs and increase efficiency in billing and generating reports. It is designed to work hand-in-hand with Inpatient Clinicals to provide a complete financial, clinical, and administrative solution. It is fully customizable for use in a unique healthcare setting, and includes applications like:

• Master Patient Index (MPI) and ADT
• Patient Accounting
• General Ledger & Budgeting
• Accounts Payable
• Fixed Assets
• Materials Management
• Executive Decision Support
• Document Management
• Enterprise Scheduling
• Payroll, Human Resource, and Time & Attendance (T&A)

Together, these applications provide one of the most comprehensive financial tools on the market. Because they often work together (and tap into the entire EHR system), HIT consultants working within the system can expect overlap and integration within the NextGen line of products.

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