by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Any HM account that hasn’t been used for 180 days will be deactivated, requiring a reactivation process. To avoid deactivation and any gaps in access, log in to your HM account and Epic at least once every 180 days, and make sure your passwords are...
by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Starting Tuesday, May 16, HM will switch from alteplase (Activase®) to tenecteplase (TNKase®) for acute ischemic stroke. When compared to alteplase, tenecteplase has similar or better efficacy and safety, with a simpler administration process. Starting Tuesday, May...
by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Houston Methodist Pathology and Genomic Medicine hospital laboratories have transitioned from B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) measurement to measuring the N-terminal fragment of the prohormone, NT-proBNP. This change is necessary due to recent improvements to the...
by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
On Monday, May 1, the General Sleep Study order (SLE9) will replace the Home Sleep Study order (SLE10) on preference lists. For internal sleep orders (HM sleep labs, HM providers), you’ll now use General Sleep Study order (SLE9) instead. It contains more pertinent...
by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Patients can now download and print outpatient lab requisitions in the MyChart Upcoming Tests and Procedures activity. Patients can download a copy directly from MyChart, which saves both the clinician and patient time. It’s especially useful for patients who receive...
by akennedy | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Improving On-Call Scheduling and Access Systemwide To improve and standardize on-call scheduling, HM is transitioning to QGenda as our systemwide on-call platform and integrating it with Epic. QGenda is the leading innovator in physician scheduling and on-call service...
