CIOs Ruch, Bodnar Focus on Integration and Workflow When Evaluating Digital Tools
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in health systems prioritize the seamless integration of new digital tools with their Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems during evaluations. Technologies such as ambient AI and patient engagement platforms are often approved based on their compatibility with existing EHRs. CIOs from various organizations, including Jordan Ruch of AtlantiCare and Darrell Bodnar of North Country Healthcare, emphasize that adherence to EHR integration standards and minimizing workflow disruptions are key factors in the adoption of new solutions. Furthermore, tools from EHR vendors like Epic are generally preferred to ensure smooth clinical workflows and reduce documentation burdens, as highlighted by Reid Health's CIO Muhammad Siddiqui.
