VCPI’s newest dashboard to offer enhanced clinical information
Sep 28, 2011
VCPI, in conjunction with PointRight Inc., is preparing to release additional functionality for its Decision Point Outcomes Dashboard for Skilled Nursing Facilities. The updated dashboard will offer enhanced...
Kodak introduces provider-friendly scanner
Sep 14, 2011
Kodak recently unveiled its i2000 Series Scanner. The lets facilities extract information from documents at the point of entry, for quick distribution to decision-makers. The scanner also decreases processing...
New certification for AOD Software
Sep 14, 2011
AOD Software recently announced that its Answers EHR Autumn 2011 software is 2011/2012 compliant and was certified as an EHR Module. The approval came through the Certification Commission for Health Information...
WellAWARE Systems appoints new marketing leader
Sep 07, 2011
WellAWARE Systems has named Jenny Graves to lead its marketing efforts. In her new role, Graves will be responsible for WellAWARE’s national marketing strategy and service offering expansion. Graves...
HHS seeks health IT data from industry vendors
Aug 31, 2011
The Department of Health and Human Services wants to study nursing home patient assessment data to determine whether health information technology standards can improve care coordination. More specifically,...
New product releases welcome at McKnight’s Product Buzz
Aug 31, 2011
McKnight’s Product Buzz selects the top product-related developments for our weekly e-newsletter. This allows our readers to stay informed about new developments in this field. We invite firms involved...
New State of Seniors Housing report is available
Aug 31, 2011
The State of Seniors Housing 2011 is now available. The latest version of this annual report examines seniors housing operational performance with data from over 1,700 senior apartments, independent living...
Vital information that’s skin deep
Aug 16, 2011
Researchers have developed an electronic tattoo that could improve the way providers monitor residents’ conditions. The innovation has a tiny electronic sensor that can be attached to a resident’s...
New air conditioning option prevents mold and bacteria formation
Aug 16, 2011
Several nursing homes have begun using Advantix Systems’ air conditioning systems, the company announced. The firm’s air conditioning systems use a brine solution to dehumidify and cool air...
New forms from Briggs are easier on the eyes
Aug 16, 2011
Briggs Medical Service Company has introduced a new line of easier-to-read forms. These are printed in much larger font size, which makes it easier for providers to fill them out. These “EZtoC”...