Epic Deficiency Tracking
A crucial tool within the Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system designed to enhance the integrity and completeness of patient records.
Overview
Epic Deficiency Tracking is a core component of Epic's Health Information Management (HIM) module. It is used by healthcare organizations to create, monitor, and manage chart deficiencies to ensure patient records are complete, accurate, and compliant. The system automates the process of identifying missing signatures, documents, and other incomplete information, assigning tasks to the appropriate clinicians for resolution and tracking them to completion.
✨ Key Features
- Automated deficiency identification
- Workqueues for managing deficiencies
- Physician notifications and reminders
- Tracking of deficiency status
- Integration with the broader Epic EHR
- Reporting and analytics on deficiency trends
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with the comprehensive Epic EHR ecosystem, providing a seamless workflow for clinicians.
- Highly configurable to match specific organizational policies and procedures.
Unique Value: Provides a fully integrated, enterprise-wide solution for maintaining the integrity and completeness of patient records within the Epic environment.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automating the identification and resolution of documentation gaps in large hospital systems.
- Reducing administrative burden on HIM staff and clinicians.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small standalone clinics not using the Epic EHR
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more unified user experience compared to third-party bolt-on solutions, as it's a native part of the core EHR.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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