Physician Data Entry Is The Solution - Technology Information
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Physician Data Entry: A Game-Changer in Healthcare Technology
Summary
Physicians have long discussed the potential of computerized medical records to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Despite skepticism about existing electronic medical record systems (EMRs), New Mexico Orthopaedic Associates (NMOA) discovered a promising solution through the work of Dr. Thomas Naegele. His approach, using a system called the HUB Computing Medical System, showed significant potential to streamline operations and meet the complex needs of healthcare providers.
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The healthcare industry has been abuzz with discussions about computerized medical records and their potential to cut costs and enhance efficiency. Many physicians have examined various physician data entry electronic medical record systems (PDE-EMRs) without a clear consensus on their effectiveness. At New Mexico Orthopaedic Associates (NMOA), doubts persisted about whether the technology was ready for widespread adoption. Many physicians were unwilling to dedicate significant time to training, and the cumbersome nature of legacy systems, which required 15-20 minutes to generate a single exam note, was a major barrier.
In 1995, a breakthrough came when Dr. Thomas Naegele proposed an innovative system called the HUB Computing Medical System. Dr. Naegele, a family practice physician and systems analyst, created a flexible, adaptive platform based on Foresighted Pattern Guideline Modeling (FPG). His involvement in emergency rooms in New Mexico and Arizona and his strong medical reputation led NMOA to consider his approach seriously.
NMOA had two critical requirements for any EMR system: it had to be adaptable to various clinical settings and not slow down physicians. Dr. Naegele’s HUB system met these criteria, offering a simple yet effective solution capable of handling diverse clinical and administrative scenarios.
The HUB Computing Medical System supports various forms, including hospital order sheets, prescriptions, test requests, and more, without adding extra work for medical staff. It currently includes databases for family practice, emergency medicine, urgent care, internal medicine, and orthopedics. Nursing databases for urgent care are also available, and the emergency medicine component is nearing its second edition.
Under development are modules for psychiatry, ENT surgery, general surgery, and occupational medicine. HUB is based in Albuquerque, NM, and represents a pioneering effort in healthcare technology. While the most common computerized record remains the transcriptionist-typed, dictated report, HUB offers a more integrated and practical solution.
Dr. Naegele’s expertise in both medicine and computer systems shines through in this project. His background includes extensive experience in computer systems analysis, knowledge of multiple programming languages, and a deep understanding of complex systems. This blend of skills positions HUB as a potential leader in resolving the physician-computer interface issue.
Even though a definitive solution has yet to be realized, the ongoing collaboration with Dr. Naegele and his innovative approach offers hope. His insight and dedication could be key to solving this long-standing challenge in healthcare.
With his deep knowledge and practical experience, Dr. Naegele aims to transform traditional paper-based systems into efficient digital ones, harnessing the power of technology to enhance patient care at the point of service.
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