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CMS Issues E-Prescribing Final Rule: Quick Takeaways in a No-Slowing-Down Reg Cycle – Regulatory Talk Series

ekenny — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:12:43 GMT

The following is a guest article by Nick Barger, PharmD, Vice President, Product at DrFirst. This article is the fourth in the Healthcare Regulatory Talk series.

Impetus and Edict: What the Latest CMS Data Standards Mean for EHRs – Regulatory Talk Series

ekenny — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:00:37 GMT

The following is a guest article by Nick Barger, PharmD, Vice President, Product at DrFirst. This article is the second in the Healthcare Regulatory Talk series.

Supercharging Pop Health Programs with a Strong Dose of Medication Data

smurillo — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:56:48 GMT

The following is an interview with Weston Blakeslee, PhD, VP Population Health at DrFirst

Northern Virginia Technology Council Recognizes DrFirst as a Top Tech Leader for Fifth Consecutive Year

DrFirst — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 04:32:41 GMT

2024 NVTC Tech100 Celebrates Innovative Companies Contributing to the Washington, D.C., Region’s Economic Growth

Build or Buy? HTI-2 Presents Health IT Vendors With a Strategic Fork in the Regulatory Road – Regulatory Talk Series

DrFirst — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT

October 11, 2024 | Article Link

ContinuumCloud and DrFirst Partner to Enhance Prescribing Workflows and Patient Safety

Admin — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT

TAMPA, Fla., and ROCKVILLE, Md., September 10, 2024 — ContinuumCloud, the leading provider of behavioral health software solutions, and healthcare technology pioneer DrFirst announced a strategic partnership to bring advanced medication management and prescribing capabilities to behavioral health providers.

This collaboration integrates medication management solutions from DrFirst into ContinuumCloud’s Welligent EHR platform, delivering an efficient prescribing workflow, complete with the nation’s most comprehensive medication history, allergy and other clinical alerts, prescription price transparency, and tools to boost patient adherence. The integration also supports electronic prescribing for controlled substances (EPCS), an essential feature for behavioral health providers to make safe, informed prescribing decisions backed by a patient’s full medication history.

ContinuumCloud also adopted the mobile app, iPrescribe by DrFirst, for secure prescribing from any location using an Apple or Android device. The app provides DEA-approved security, EPCS with direct access to state prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), and multifactor identity-proofing for prescribers.

“We’re pleased to collaborate with ContinuumCloud to perfect the prescribing process for behavioral health providers,” said G. Cameron Deemer, CEO of DrFirst. “Their thoughtful integration of our medication management solutions into the EHR create efficient and easy-to-use prescription workflows and safety, freeing up time for what matters most—patient care.”

With a network of over 450 clients and 175,000 active members across the U.S., ContinuumCloud empowers behavioral health providers to positively impact patients’ lives.

“We are committed to providing our clients with best-in-class solutions that support their service delivery needs,” said Bob Bates, CEO at ContinuumCloud. “This new integration is a great example of that commitment in action. It makes life easier for providers and patients, all while keeping data security as a top priority.”

About ContinuumCloud

ContinuumCloud offers a spectrum of cloud-based software solutions intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of the behavioral health and human services industry. These solutions include an EHR platform, powered by Welligent; an HCM system, powered by DATIS e3; and a patient engagement platform, powered by CaredFor. Through these offerings, ContinuumCloud empowers organizations to provide high-quality care and deliver on their mission. If you are interested in learning more about ContinuumCloud’s solutions, visit https://continuumcloud.com.

About DrFirst

Since 2000, healthcare IT pioneer DrFirst has empowered providers and patients to achieve better health through intelligent medication management. We improve healthcare efficiency and effectiveness by enhancing e-prescribing workflows, improving medication history, optimizing clinical data usability, and helping patients start and stay on therapy. In the last few years, DrFirst has won over 25 awards for excellence and innovation, including winning Gold in the prestigious Edison Awards in 2023, recognizing our game-changing use of AI to streamline time-consuming healthcare workflows and prevent medication errors. Our solutions are used by more than 350,000 prescribers, 71,000 pharmacies, 270 EHRs and health information systems, and over 2,000 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. To learn more, visit DrFirst.com and follow @DrFirst.

Media Contact

Katlyn Nesvold
Amendola for DrFirst
knesvold@acmarketingpr.com

CareCloud, Inc. Partners with DrFirst to Enhance Medication Adherence and Reduce Healthcare Costs | DrFirst

Admin — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT

SOMERSET, N.J., July 17, 2024 — CareCloud, Inc. (Nasdaq: CCLD, CCLDO, CCLDP), a leader in healthcare technology and generative AI solutions for medical practices and health systems nationwide, is pleased to announce the expansion of its strategic partnership with health technology pioneer DrFirst to now include integrated RxInform functionality, which is designed to improve medication adherence by increasing patient engagement and reducing the burden of high prescription costs.

“Through this new functionality, our platform is better positioned to reduce prescription abandonment by, among other things, addressing the financial challenges patients face when insurance does not fully cover medication costs through enabling our providers to generate relevant notifications and coupons to their patients,” said Al Nardi, CareCloud’s SVP Strategy and Chief Compliance Officer. “These coupons can substantially lower out-of-pocket costs for the millions of patients on CareCloud’s platform. This initiative not only alleviates financial burdens but also encourages adherence to prescribed treatments, leading to better health outcomes.”

CareCloud currently offers fully integrated DrFirst e-prescribing for controlled substances (EPCS) and prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) solutions to its network of providers. With the incorporation of RxInform, it enhances its seamless notification system that keeps patients informed throughout the prescription process. Patients now receive text alerts when their prescription is sent, when it is ready for pick-up, and when coupons and discount cards are available, ensuring timely updates and convenience. By offering coupons, discount cards and reminders, CareCloud aims to support its practices who are striving to alleviate the negative effects of poor medication adherence.

DrFirst CEO G. Cameron Deemer explained, “When patients don’t pick up their prescriptions, it’s typically because they forget, they can’t afford the medication, or they are unsure about the instructions from their last office visit. Now doctors on the CareCloud platform can engage directly with patients on their mobile devices minutes after a new prescription is sent to the pharmacy. Over the past six years, RxInform has consistently received a satisfaction rate of 95% based on more than 20 million patient ratings.”

The expansion of this strategic partnership between CareCloud and DrFirst represents a significant advancement towards enhancing patient engagement and medication adherence. This collaboration is poised to reduce financial barriers, improve prescription pick-up rates, and ultimately lead to better health outcomes.

About CareCloud

CareCloud (Nasdaq: CCLD, CCLDP, CCLDO) brings disciplined innovation and generative AI solutions to the business of healthcare. Our suite of technology-enabled solutions helps clients increase financial and operational performance, streamline clinical workflows and improve the patient experience. More than 40,000 providers count on CareCloud to help them improve patient care while reducing administrative burdens and operating costs. Learn more about our products and services, including revenue cycle management (RCM), practice management (PM), electronic health records (EHR), business intelligence, patient experience management (PXM) and digital health, at www.carecloud.com.

About DrFirst

SOURCE CareCloud
Company Contact: Al Nardi, anardi@carecloud.com

Bizmatics and DrFirst Partner to Boost Medication Adherence

Admin — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT

PrognoCIS EHR Adds RxInform Automated Patient Messaging to E-Prescribing Workflow

ROCKVILLE, Md. and NIAGARA FALLS, NY—June 12, 2024—Health technology pioneer DrFirst and Bizmatics, a leading provider of clinical and business productivity software and services for multidisciplinary medical practices and healthcare organizations, today announced a partnership to reduce prescription abandonment and improve medication adherence. Bizmatics will integrate the RxInform patient engagement solution into PrognoCIS, their electronic health record (EHR) software, to deliver automated messages to patients’ mobile devices when their healthcare providers send prescriptions to the pharmacy.

More than 25% of new prescriptions are never picked up by patients due to high out-of-pocket costs, concerns about side effects, or forgetfulness. These gaps in adherence contribute to poor patient outcomes, such as disease progression and hospital readmissions, which also increases costs to the U.S. healthcare system.

Now, prescribers using the PrognoCIS EHR can help reverse high prescription abandonment rates without disrupting their clinical workflows by automatically triggering a secure message to patients after an electronic prescription is sent to the pharmacy. RxInform messages let patients view their prescription and pharmacy location, provide educational information about the medication, and offer ways to save on prescription costs, which can be crucial for improving adherence.

“The DrFirst and PrognoCIS partnership strengthens the connection between healthcare providers and their patients,” said Marc Keller, EVP of Bizmatics. “By integrating RxInform, our clients can offer patients enhanced access to knowledge-based articles, text reminders for their prescriptions, payment details, and available coupons.”

RxInform has consistently earned a 95% satisfaction rate, receiving over 20 million patient ratings. This positive feedback underscores the improved connections between practitioners and patients, improving the patient experience and helping them start and stay on therapy.

“When patients don’t pick up and take their prescriptions, it can have serious implications for their health,” said G. Cameron Deemer, CEO of DrFirst. “By adopting an integrated approach to e-prescribing, Bizmatics is empowering its prescribers to address the behavioral, financial, and practical barriers that lead to abandoned prescriptions and contribute to poor health outcomes. When you combine an efficient provider workflow with a personalized patient engagement strategy, you can really move the needle on medication adherence.”

About DrFirst

About Bizmatics: A Business Unit of Harris Computer

Bizmatics, a leading innovator in healthcare technology, empowers ambulatory medical practices to thrive in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Our comprehensive suite of clinical and business productivity solutions – EHR, Occupational Medicine, Practice Management, Medical Billing, Telemedicine and Patient Portal is integrated in our cloud-based PrognoCIS EHR Software. PrognoCIS equips clinics of all sizes – small, large, and multi-specialty – with the tools they need to achieve operational efficiency, create better patient outcomes, and maximize revenue. For more information, visit https://prognocis.com.

Media Contact
Katlyn Nesvold
Amendola for DrFirst
knesvold@acmarketingpr.com

DrFirst SmartRenewal Earns High Scores from Customers in KLAS First Look Report

Admin — Thu, 30 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

AI-Powered Tool Boosts Doctors’ Speed and Efficiency for Prescription Renewals

Rockville, Md., May 30, 2024 — Healthcare pioneer DrFirst today announced that its SmartRenewal solution, powered by AI, earned high ratings from customers in KLAS Research’s First Look report, including three grades of “A+” and one “A” for key performance indicators. Based on feedback from initial users, the report highlights hospitals’ and health systems’ positive experiences with how the tool streamlines and improves the prescription renewal process, benefiting both healthcare providers and patients.

Renewing prescriptions is typically time-consuming for physicians, often leading to delays and potential keyboard errors. SmartRenewal addresses these issues with patented AI and machine learning, integrating with electronic health record (EHR) systems as part of the Fuzion by DrFirst medication management platform. The solution automates the transcription of medication instructions (known as “sigs”) into the terminology used by health systems, significantly reducing manual clicks and keystrokes that can lead to medication errors and contribute to provider burnout.

KLAS, a leading healthcare IT research firm, provides transparent and impartial insights. Its First Look report reveals an unbiased view of customers’ experiences with how SmartRenewal streamlines the prescription renewal process.

KLAS interviewed customers using the solution within their Epic EHR and found that 100% say they are highly satisfied, achieved outcomes immediately, and would buy the solution again. Additionally, 100% of respondents said SmartRenewal saved clinicians and IT staff time by automating processes.

Based on customers’ experiences, KLAS awarded high marks to key performance indicators, including:

Supports integration goals: A+

Likely to recommend: A+

Executive involvement: A+

Product has needed functionality: A

Customers concluded that SmartRenewal is easy to use in the provider workflow and provides immediate time savings.

“Entering prescription information by hand is not only tedious and inefficient but can introduce dangerous keyboard errors,” said G. Cameron Deemer, CEO of DrFirst. “This technology eliminates the need for manual data entry, making the prescription renewal process faster for healthcare providers and safer for patients, ensuring that needed medications reach patients more quickly.”

SmartRenewal has won several industry awards for innovation, including Gold in the prestigious Edison Awards. Its clinical-grade AI is trained on medication data from the 240 million e-prescriptions written annually within the DrFirst network.

To download a complimentary copy of the KLAS First Look report, click here.

About KLAS

KLAS is a research and insights firm on a global mission to improve healthcare. Working with thousands of healthcare professionals and clinicians, KLAS gathers data and insights on software and services to deliver timely reports and performance data that represent provider and payer voices and act as catalysts for improving vendor performance. The KLAS research team publishes reports covering the most pressing questions facing healthcare technology today, including emerging technology insights, that provide early insights on the future of healthcare technology solutions. KLAS also fosters measurement and collaboration between healthcare providers and payers and best practice adoption. Learn more at klasresearch.com.

About DrFirst

Since 2000, healthcare IT pioneer DrFirst has empowered providers and patients to achieve better health through intelligent medication management. We improve healthcare efficiency and effectiveness by enhancing e-prescribing workflows, improving medication history, optimizing clinical data usability, and helping patients start and stay on therapy. In the last few years, DrFirst has won over 25 awards for excellence and innovation, including winning Gold in the prestigious Edison Awards in 2023, recognizing our game-changing use of clinical-grade AI to streamline time-consuming healthcare workflows and prevent medication errors. Our solutions are used by more than 350,000 prescribers, 71,000 pharmacies, 270 EHRs and health information systems, and over 2,000 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. To learn more, visit DrFirst.com and follow @DrFirst.

Greenway Health and DrFirst Partner to Improve Medication Adherence and Improve Patient Outcomes through Technology

Admin — Mon, 27 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

Tampa, Fla. (March 27, 2024) – Greenway Health, a leading health information technology services provider, announced its strategic partnership with health technology pioneer DrFirst to use the power of automation technology to reduce prescription abandonment and improve medication adherence.

The partnership integrates DrFirst’s RxInform technology directly into Greenway’s Intergy EHR solution, providing a seamless experience for both clinicians and patients. When a clinician prescribes a new medication, the RxInform integration will notify the patient, providing pharmacy information, educational material, cost-saving opportunities, and an option to schedule a pickup reminder. These tools are designed to remove barriers for patients and improve adherence to the prescribed medication.

“Our mission at Greenway Health is to harness the power of technology to evolve the healthcare landscape, enabling successful providers, empowering patients, and building healthier communities,” says David Cohen, chief product and technology officer at Greenway Health. “Our partnership with DrFirst is one more way we are advancing technology to allow our clinicians a seamless solution to improve prescription adherence and strengthen patient relationships right on their mobile devices.”

Over the past six years, DrFirst’s solution has consistently received a satisfaction rate of 95%, receiving over 20 million patient ratings. This positive feedback highlights practitioners’ improved connections, enhancing the experience and overall health outcomes for patients.

“It’s easy for patients to forget to pick up prescriptions or have questions about the medications they were prescribed at their last office visit,” said G. Cameron Deemer, CEO of DrFirst. “Our new partnership with Greenway Health will help thousands of providers close gaps in medication adherence and empower millions of patients with reminders, educational information, and cost-saving resources that put them in control of their care.”

Greenway Health is a leading health information technology service provider specializing in electronic health records with its flagship Intergy and Prime Suite products. Greenway and its award-winning solutions have been ranked highly in the Best in KLAS awards by KLAS Research, an independent research organization that assesses healthcare vendor performance through independent feedback from users. Additionally, Greenway Health’s revenue cycle solution, Greenway Revenue Services, was named the 2023 North American Customer Value Leadership Award in Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Award.

To learn more about Greenway Health and how its solutions benefit providers, visit https://www.greenwayhealth.com.

About Greenway Health

Greenway Health provides electronic health records (EHR), practice management, and revenue cycle management solutions that help practices in multiple specialties grow profitably, remain compliant, work more efficiently, and improve patient outcomes. Its team of clinical, financial, and technology experts serves as trusted advisors, committed to enabling successful providers, empowering patients, and building healthier communities. Greenway works with thousands of providers across multiple specialties, translating into millions of lives touched daily by its solutions. For more information on Greenway and its holistic solutions, visit www.greenwayhealth.com, call 877-537-0063, or follow Greenway on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

About DrFirst

For more information, contact:

Krystin Olinski
Greenway Health | Director of Marketing Communication
P: 813-205-5572
E: krystin.olinski@greenwayhealth.com