HIPAA Overhauling Healthcare at Net Speed
Congressionally mandated HIPAA compliance deadline of October 16th. 2003 is right around the corner. Dr. I-Net Physicians Network is clicking innovation to automate fellow members clinic for quality on-time care with HIPAA compliant tools.
(PRWEB) October 15, 2003
Dr. I-Net Physicians Network is a multi-specialty organization helping physicians enhance their practice by operating more efficiently and enabling them to achieve their goals. DPN allows practices to concentrate on their number one priority, patient quality care. Member physician practices remain independent and autonomous but have access to all new products & services ranging from HIPAA consultation and IT support to purchasing programs with group buying power. Members are free to choose single services and products or more complete support.
HIPPA complaint online physician management tool developed by Dr. I-Net provide physician's a personalized website with capability to store medical records, quick & automated reimbursement via pre-populated claim form and several other features. By storing records on the web, patients can be assured that their records are available 24 hours a day, anywhere in the world. This brings a great value to the people who are in need of accurate care during an emergency.
The recent passage of the HIPPA regulations has created a predicament for many physicians across the country. It is estimated that these compliances may cost up to 22 Billion dollars for medical institutions to bring their system up to HIPPA specifications. Most of this cost is associated with upgrading the billing and office management software. In some cases, a totally new ASP based solution may be required.
Dr. I-Net is the first medical record storage website that is free to use. Dr. I-Net feels that everyone should be able to have access to their sensitive medical information when they want it. An emergency card is available on the website when printed, can authorize medical attendants to access a patients information during an emergency. This can save the life of a person who is unconscious and may need special care.
VSN technologies from Dr. I-Net allows doctors to become fully HIPPA compliant with very little effort. The doctor simply chooses the website templates that they prefer (http://www. drinet. com/template1.htm (http://www. drinet. com/template1.htm)) and Dr. I-Net does the rest. Disease management links will connect any information that physicians want to be included from their template with DPNÂ’s sophisticated billing and medical record system.
The advantages of this service are numerous: Firstly, the doctor receives a fully-functional website that they can direct their patients to. Secondly, the doctor can submit claims and monitor patient records without the cost of a software package. Thirdly, the doctor can utilize the advanced referral service to direct patients to the appropriate specialist. Fourthly, the doctor can be assured of never having to upgrade as the service is totally web-based. Finally, the time spent on data entry is significantly reduced through our automated claim submission system.
Dr. I-NetÂ’s PN: A Unique Organization
In addition to relieving much of the administrative burden from a physician's practice, Dr. I-NetÂ’s PN also works on developing innovative ways of improving health care delivery for physicians and consumers. Dr. I-NetÂ’s PN has developed a disease management program committed to assisting companies in providing employees and their families with innovative options for lifelong wellness. Dr. I-Net's DM program strives to improve the health and productivity of employees, by identifying people at risk for injury or disease, evaluating modifiable health-care costs, emphasizing self-care and increasing health and wellness education.
Bottom Line – More money in our members pocket by upgrading their clinic, protecting patients and practices from legal and compliance issues
Costs & error reduced, clinical tasks automated and quality increased
25% - 30% savings from reduced waste and 10% - 15% increased collection
As the healthcare market scrambles to meet the HIPPA regulations, Dr. I-Net PN is poised to assist thousands of doctors. Currently, examples of other physician's websites and templates are available for review. Please contact the offices of Dr. I-Net for a presentation and an online demonstration.
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