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6 Benefits of Automated Appointment Reminders
If you have had a doctor’s appointment recently, it is likely that you received an appointment reminder prior to your visit. It is even more likely that the appointment reminder was automatically sent to you without office staff monitoring the process. Automated...
Infographic: Electronic Medical Claims
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Security Update to Criterions EHR
As part of our goal to provide a trusted and secure platform for our customers, we are implementing a change in security requirements for using Criterions EHR effective August 1, 2020. We are planning to deprecate vulnerable data encryption protocols (TLS 1.0 &...
Upcoming Updates in Response to COVID-19
As we adapt to a socially distanced world, Criterions is working to help practices maintain a safe environment to treat patients. The days of patients sitting in a waiting room, passing around tablets or picking up pens and clipboards may now be a thing of the past....
5 Advantages of Cloud-Based EHR
Cloud-computing has made the delivery of healthcare services more cost-effective, readily accessible, interoperable, and secure. According to HIMSS Analytics, nearly two-thirds of hospitals, industry leaders, and other healthcare organizations use the cloud or cloud...
How to Get the Most Out of Your Data
Choosing a Practice Management System (PMS) with the right reporting tools for your needs is essential to running an efficient practice. Trying to sort through a mountain of data can be daunting if your information is not being presented in a clear and concise way....
4 Benefits of Transitioning from Paper Records to Criterions EHR
If you are using paper records to manage your practice, it may be time to consider transitioning to an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. While cutting down on paper usage will help save trees and reduce clutter in your office, there are many other benefits that...
MIPS Monthly Checklist
Use the checklist below to ensure you are staying on track for the best MIPS reporting possible. Be sure to review your MIPS numbers monthly. For more information, please review the MIPS criteria found here. Check...
MIPS 2020 and Criterions
While there is much uncertainty today, not only in the medical world, but the world at large, we are preparing for the resumption of life post pandemic. As of now, MIPS reporting will still be required for 2020. While we do not know if the requirements will change due...
Video: Recall Management and Workflow
Are you interested in learning more about patient recall management in Criterions EHR software? Learn how to add recall reasons, set up a recall report, and use the report in your practice by watching the video below! If you are interested in a free, custom demo of...
Video: Introducing Criterions EHR
In this short, informative video, you will learn how Criterions EHR software can help you and your practice. We will discuss how you can: • Increase time with patients• Reduce paperwork• Increase efficiency in the office• Automatically fulfill regulatory requirements...
4 Reasons to Choose an Integrated EHR/PMS Solution
Adopting an Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Practice Management System (PMS) will provide many benefits to your practice. Often, practices use separate systems for their EHR and PMS needs; however, an integrated solution can enhance your team’s productivity. Why...
The Right EHR Software for Today Grows with You Tomorrow
Perhaps the greatest hurdle to adopting new Electronic Healthcare Record (EHR) technologies is the fear of being locked into a system that doesn’t serve your organization’s needs. The fear of investing resources, effort and time, only to find that a solution doesn’t...
What You Need to Know About Telemedicine and HIPAA
On March 6, 2020, the CDC released guidance for Healthcare Providers to prepare for the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). One of the steps listed was to leverage telemedicine technologies. In February, the Office of Civil Rights released a reminder about HIPAA...
Welcome to the New Criterions Blog!
The Criterions team is excited to unveil our new website and blog to our customers and friends! In our blog, you'll find TCMS product updates and articles on the topics you care most about-- from patient engagement to regulatory compliance.To subscribe, simply fill...
2019 Criterions BAA Compliance Required
In compliance with HIPAA regulations we are updating our Business Associate Agreement with all Criterions ‘Covered Entities (clients). This is mandatory for us to service your account. To simplify this requirement and eliminate any question for conformity, we have...
Criterions & Application Service Provider Invoicing Changes
All New York State clients will be charged NYS sales tax for all support services. EHR fees, if not already adjusted for reference libraries, are billable at $135.00/month/provider. eRx will now be invoiced annually by Criterions (previously invoiced by Application...
Upcoming Feature Limitations in TCMS
Upcoming Feature Limitations in TCMS Effective March 31st 2019, TCMS users will NOT be able to perform EDI functions. You will need to use our Browser interface to perform any EDI functions (ex: claim submission, ERA or eligibility). As part of our aggressive path...