Curing the post-implementation blues

Health information system (HIS) implementations are massive efforts that pull on the energy, tolerance, and stamina of all involved. Everyone is looking forward to a break at the end of the project, but a break may be hard to find. Much like having gestated and delivered a child, the result of an implementation is a […]

The role of EHR extensions in enhancing patient care

Before the advent of electronic health records (EHRs), a patient’s interactions with a doctor were documented on paper records, which were available only at that point of care. Sharing patient data with another facility required a phone call or fax, and how quickly the physician obtained the record depended upon the responsiveness of the organization […]

Balancing humanity and technology in the future of healthcare

As some nations declare an end to the COVID-19 pandemic and begin to retreat from their emergency policies and restrictions, it’s a reminder of the dramatic impact healthcare systems have weathered over the past two years. Yet in reality, the pandemic is not over for the healthcare sector, which must now figure out the best […]

Healthcare interoperability can put people first

We strive for interoperability because it empowers us with relevant information to make better decisions. A successful interoperability strategy pairs functional technology with the support to use it. Interoperability is worthy of our attention because it helps each of us make better decisions. Whether a physician is reviewing patient results, a director is estimating supplies […]

Nordic Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

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Nordic, an award-winning global health and technology consulting company, today announced that its Information Security Management System (ISMS) has received certification for compliance with ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standards.

Revenue cycle transformation: 3.4% increase in net revenue and still growing

A transformative engagement with Nordic helps Lawrence General Hospital achieve revenue goals. Lawrence General Hospital (LGH) faced a series of challenges with their revenue cycle operations. The private, non-profit, community hospital, which serves patients in the Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts, went live with a new electronic health record (EHR) system in May 2019. They were […]

Join us for a night of networking

Join Nordic for an after‑hours networking happy hour at HIMSS. Connect with your chapter’s industry experts over great drinks and insightful conversation. This complimentary event is open to members of all HIMSS chapters.