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WVMI article featured in peer-reviewed WV journal

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An article titled, “Using Health Information Technology to Enhance Preventive Care in West Virginia” was published in the May/June 2012 edition of the peer-reviewed West Virginia Medical Journal. The article, authored by Dr. Charles Schade, Terri Bliziotes, Patty Ruddick and Dr. Sven Berg, describes Health Information Technology (HIT) Meaningful Use measures that relate to preventive health care, including organizations and resources that are available to assist physicians select, implement, or advance the use of the HIT in the clinical setting.

ONC features WVMI REC work

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A case study highlighting Shenandoah Community Health Center’s work with WVMI is featured on HealthIT.gov, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology’s (ONC) new Web site designed to be the leading national resource on health information technology (health IT).
With assistance from WVMI’s health information technology regional extension center staff, Shenandoah, a federally qualified health center with about 30,000 patients, has been working on achieving meaningful use. It is also a Level 1 NCQA Certified Medical Home and Joint Commission Accredited.
Read the story at healthIT.gov.

Delaware HIT experts featured on national Web site

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Quality Insights of Delaware’s Health Information Technology Regional Extension Center (REC) was recently highlighted on a national forum for its Health Information Technology (HIT) expertise. Delaware REC HIT Practice Coordinator Peter Minio and HIT Privacy and Security Specialist Nicholas Heesters were each featured on the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) National Learning Consortium (NLC) Web site. The NLC features lessons learned from the ONC and its outreach programs (RECs, Beacon Communities, and State Health Information Exchanges) and through the Health Information Technology Research Center (HITRC).

Quality Insights to review long term care disputes

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Through a new agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Quality Insights will help resolve disputes arising from the the survey and certification process. Long term care facilities that do not agree with a deficiency identified by the state department of health may appeal to Quality Insights. Quality Insights team will review the case, make a recommendation to the Department of Health and also recommend process improvements that may prevent future deficiencies.

Security specialist featured in roundtable discussion

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Quality Insights of Pennsylvania's HIT Privacy & Security Specialist Adam Kehler was recently featured on a Mobile Devices Roundtable hosted by the the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONCHIT). The videos and materials from the March 16 Mobile Devices Roundtable are available online by clicking here. Adam is featured in panel 3 of the discussion, which centers on how to better safeguard health information while using mobile devices.

WVMI experts delve into meaningful use at MGMA conference

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Three WVMI staff members shared their technology expertise at the March spring symposium sponsored by the West Virginia Medical Group Management Association. The trio delivered the presentation, “Meaningful Use and Security” at the Marriott Hotel in Charleston.

MARC staff contribute to national publication

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Janet R. Lynch and Nancy C. Armistead of the Mid-Atlantic Renal Coalition co-authored an article to be published in an upcoming edition of the American Journal of Kidney Diseases.

MARC Deputy Director Lynch and Executive Director Armistead co-authored the article, “Prevalence of Arteriovenous Fistulas in Incident Hemodialysis Patients: Correlation With Patient Factors That May Be Associated with Maturation Failure.”

Gibson named Privacy Officer

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nathan Gibson has been appointed as WVMI & Quality Insights’ new Privacy Officer. He is responsible for privacy awareness and training and for implementing and maintaining information privacy policies and procedures.

Information Security Officer earns coveted credential

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WVMI & Quality Insights Information Security Officer Scott Brannon in January became a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). The designation requires successful completion of a comprehensive exam and a minimum of five years of full-time experience in information security.

WVMI employee's Christmas tree lights up state Capitol

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Charleston, WV -- A WVMI employee and her family were on hand when the evergreen that outgrew its welcome at their house took center stage at the Dec. 1 annual tree-lighting ceremony at the state Capitol in Charleston.