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The crucial role of data quality in healthcare

April 29, 2024

At Digital Health Rewired24, experts emphasised the critical importance of data quality as artificial intelligence (AI) plays an increasingly vital role in healthcare. This intersection keep reading

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Vaccine confidence: Leveraging social media for public health

March 19, 2024

With the emergence of new variants and ongoing debates surrounding vaccination, practice managers play a crucial role in promoting vaccine confidence among their patients and keep reading

This directive follows several notable incidents where trusts experienced prolonged challenges in fulfilling statutory reporting requirements post EPR implementation, as observed in institutions like Royal Surrey and St. Peters, Oracle Cerner, alongside Frimley and Manchester, both on Epic platforms. Maintaining patient oversight amidst EPR deployments The correspondence, obtained by Digital Health News, underscores the critical importance of retaining an understanding of patient needs throughout the EPR implementation process. It stresses the significance of monitoring both clinical and non-clinical activities to facilitate effective reporting at a national level, thereby supporting financial, operational, and clinical quality oversight. Addressing reporting interruptions NHSE acknowledges recent instances where providers encountered disruptions in business-critical reporting, often enduring prolonged periods of cessation due to the challenges posed by EPR implementation. It reiterates that the submission of mandated returns forms an integral part of providers' licensing obligations, urging them to leverage established governance mechanisms to address identified risks during EPR system rollouts. Ensuring data integrity amidst challenges Providers are reminded that even in the presence of data quality or completeness concerns, mandated submissions must proceed. Any arising issues should be promptly communicated to NHS England's national and regional teams, with particular emphasis on frontline digitisation engagement teams in cases where providers receive EPR funding. NHSE underscores the imperative of treating such challenges as high-severity risks, warranting prioritised remedial actions. Enhanced governance for EPR deployments To bolster business continuity assurance, NHSE has introduced augmented governance measures for EPR go-lives. Preceding each EPR deployment, regional directors will present evidence and assurance of a trust's capability to sustain reporting to the national Quality and Performance Committee, seeking formal approval to proceed. Further details on this process are forthcoming. Support and guidance for providers In addition to governance enhancements, NHS England is collating insights from providers with completed EPR implementations to compile an EPR Data Migration and Reporting Reference Guide. This comprehensive resource encompasses aspects of procurement, data migration, governance, testing, and training. NHS England's frontline digitisation team offers supplementary support through masterclasses, targeted training, and peer networks to facilitate EPR implementation. NHS England's letter emphasises the critical need for healthcare providers to maintain statutory reporting obligations during the transition to electronic patient record systems. By proactively addressing challenges and maintaining reporting obligations, practice managers can safeguard the continuity of care and operational effectiveness within their healthcare settings.

Importance of statutory reporting: EPR implementation

March 14, 2024

NHS England has recently circulated a letter to healthcare leaders underlining the necessity of complying with nationally mandated returns during the transition to electronic patient keep reading

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Disease X: Preparing for the next pandemic

March 14, 2024

In the realm of global health, there exists a concept both intriguing and foreboding: Disease X. Coined by scientists and the World Health Organisation (WHO), keep reading

Read again: Navigating NHS integration: Will independence survive?

February 23, 2024

Delve into the intricacies of NHS integration’s effects on general practice, offering practice managers valuable insights into potential structural changes that may significantly influence and keep reading

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Read again: Navigating the EPR landscape

February 19, 2024

CCIO Penny Kechagioglou unravels the complexities of EPR implementation, offering a roadmap for a future where technology seamlessly enhances patient care in the NHS CREDIT: keep reading

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Read again: Optimising safeguarding audits for enhanced patient care

February 12, 2024

For practice managers, navigating the intricate landscape of safeguarding and implementing meticulous audits is imperative, as it not only aligns with CQC standards but also keep reading

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Read again: Inclusive self-care practices in healthcare management

February 9, 2024

By leveraging insights on inclusive and equitable self-care, practice managers can foster a resilient and supportive work environment, ultimately translating into improved patient care and keep reading

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Read again: The delicate balance between data integration and patient-centric care

January 19, 2024

Practice managers are essential participants in achieving the balance between data integration and patient-centric care, supporting seamless data sharing, and balancing data protection with patient keep reading

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Read again: Enhancing patient safety through NHS Resolution’s learning service

January 10, 2024

In the complex landscape of healthcare, NHS Resolution’s Safety and Learning service emerges as a crucial ally, addressing risks, claims, and championing patient safety best keep reading