HIMSS14 Review: Lessons Learned From Connecting 11 Partners in Four Months

Fri, 3/7/2014 - 1:44pmRob Brull0 Comments var addthis_config = {ui_click: true,data_track_clickback: true,data_ga_social: true,data_ga_property: UA-317164-6}; See my other HIMSS14 session reviews: Overcoming The Current and Future Challenges ACOs Will Face & Pushing the Boundaries of Semantic Interoperability Across Payer-Provider Networks Jefferson Radiology, based in East Hartford, Conn., embarked on a project to connect 11 partners in four months with the intent of meeting Meaningful Use requirements for Stage 1. To complicate things further, the project involved utilizing eight new vendors, four current vendors, and replacing an existing vendor. This would not be a small task under any timeline, but in four months it seemed almost unattainable. In addition to meeting Meaningful Use standards, the overall goal was to improve operations workflow and position business for future growth.  Michael Quinn, CTO at Jefferson Radiology, presented the challenges and the framework for success. Mr. Quinn stressed timelines, vendor management, and thorough testing in an effort to mitigate the risks of the project. One of the most complex tasks, vendor management, involved face-to-face meetings that helped establish trust and create a sense of shared responsibility. Jefferson Radiology received commitments from each of the vendors and encouraged out-of-the box thinking to meet the short timeline. The vendors were embraced as full partners and collaboration a...
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