by akennedy | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
You’ll now see a new Epic Storyboard alert advising you if a patient tested positive or is suspected of having COVID-19. This is to make you aware of a patient’s COVID-19 status and help you initiate and follow the proper protocols. The new COVID-19 alert may...
by akennedy | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
There are now attestations supporting documentation and billing requirements for patient-initiated telehealth services. Start using the appropriate SmartPhrase when documenting all virtual visits and telephone encounters that result in a billed charge:...
by akennedy | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Houston Methodist is now offering telemedicine training. In the session, you’ll learn about a variety of remote patient care solutions. Training is held daily at 9 a.m. via WebEx. For more information or to register for a training session, click here. If you have...
by akennedy | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
As more COVID-19 cases are confirmed across our city, our top priority is to proactively seek ways to keep our patients and caregivers safe — telemedicine is one of those solutions. Providers systemwide are now taking advantage of virtual care options – allowing...
by akennedy | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
In response to COVID-19, the Texas State Board of Pharmacy issued a new medication limits rule to help ensure access to specific medications, like chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, mefloquine or azithromycin. When writing prescriptions, physicians should: Prescription...
