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Chartwise Medical Systems’ Innovative Chartwise 2.0 Software Shines in Klas 2015 CDI Solutions Report
WAKEFIELD, RI– ChartWise Medical Systems, Inc. (www.chartwisemed.com), the industry leader in Computer-Assisted Clinical Documentation Improvement (CACDI) software, is thrilled to announce that its ChartWise 2.0 solution received exceptional provider reviews in the recently published CDI industry report from KLAS entitled, “CDI Solutions 2015: Moving Closer to Documentation Completion.”
The pioneering CACDI software provider received a near-perfect score in the Overall Satisfaction- Software category with a rating of 94.6 out of 100. Furthermore, 93 percent of ChartWise customers reported being highly satisfied with the ChartWise 2.0 tool. Customers report that the automation provided by ChartWise has dramatically improved their documentation accuracy, case mix index (CMI), and clinical documentation spet (CDS) productivity. The report also states that ChartWise’s CMI tracking has made them more aware of their CMI than ever before. According to the report, clients like the automated reporting, the format of the query process, and that the system is intuitive.
One user praised ChartWise’s software, declaring, “I have had nothing but a positive experience with ChartWise. The tool we purchased is the best fit for us and is financially within reach of our mostly community-based hospital system.”
Additionally, an HIM director reported, “Our clinical documentation spets’ productivity has increased threefold since we implemented ChartWise CDI. We get through more charts now than we ever have, and we are able to look at additional diagnoses.”
The software’s intuitive design was cited as a differentiator along with the product’s strong querying capabilities. One director of medical records said, “ChartWise CDI is very intuitive. It gives us suggestions of things to query; the system’s logic has allowed us to do things like make our severity-of-illness data more accurate. The system gives us prompts and suggestions.”
ChartWise clients also lauded the ability of the ChartWise 2.0 software to increase CMI awareness and CDS productivity. When measuring the value of the software for CDS productivity and CMI, users reported a highly positive impact, with an 8.1 and 7.9 rating out of a possible 9.0, respectively. Solid query templates, easy-to-use tools and a seamless data flow contributed to the company’s positive reviews.
“The KLAS report is considered an especially important industry indicator for the ChartWise team because of the level of input they secure from the end-users—the people who can truly validate the quality of our product,” said Dr. Jon Elion, founder and CEO of ChartWise Medical Systems. “We pride ourselves on offering an innovative product that truly supports the user with quality reporting and user-friendly functionality. The fact that ChartWise has cultivated such a strong reputation within the industry for not only the quality of our product but also the level of our service is something that we take to heart and use as fuel to continue to be a pioneer in our field.”
ChartWise received similarly high marks in last year’s iteration of the KLAS report. For additional information about the ChartWise 2.0 product, please visit http://www.chartwisemed.com/products.
About ChartWise
ChartWise Medical Systems, Inc., based in Wakefield, RI, is a medical software firm and the developer of ChartWise 2.0, a web-based solution for Computer-Assisted Clinical Documentation Improvement. ChartWise 2.0’s clinical intelligence expertise assists physicians and clinical documentation spets with increased efficiencies and completeness of documentation, queries and work flow. Developed by renowned physician Jon Elion, M.D., ChartWise 2.0 is the only documentation software that translates clinical language used by physicians into accurate diagnostic language required for documentation and reimbursement. ChartWise was selected as a 2015 Red Herring Top 100 North America Winner. For more information, visit www.chartwisemed.com.
Aspen Aerogels Celebrates Major Expansion to East Providence Manufacturing Facility
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – Aspen Aerogels celebrated the completion of its third manufacturing line at its facility in East Providence, RI today. Governor Gina Raimondo, Senator Jack Reed, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Mayor Thomas A. Rose of East Providence, and local community leaders joined the energy technology manufacturer for a ribbon cutting and tour of the company’s new Line 3 facility. The $30 million project was an important step in Aspen’s long-term strategy for growth and will expand the company’s capacity by 25 percent to meet the growing demand of its customers.
“I am honored to be here today to celebrate another innovative and growing company in Rhode Island,” said Governor Raimondo, who spoke at the event. “Aspen’s investment in our state and their continuous growth is a clear sign that companies can make it in Rhode Island and bring more jobs to the Ocean State.”
Aspen Aerogels is a leading energy technology company which develops and manufactures innovative, high-performance aerogel insulation used primarily in large-scale energy infrastructure facilities. Aspen employs more than 180 people in Rhode Island.
Since Line 3’s official opening on March 15th, 16 full-time production operators have been hired. It is predicted that the workforce will grow by 10 to 15 percent this year throughout the company, including positions in manufacturing, engineering, sales and marketing, and research and development. In addition to the in-house hires, more than 100 construction jobs were created as part of the project.
“I am pleased to have worked with Aspen Aerogels for over a decade to help them grow and expand here in Rhode Island. Aspen helps their customers, including the military, operate more efficiently,” said U.S. Senator Reed, the Ranking Member of the Armed Services Committee, who has worked with Aspen Aerogels since 2002 to help them do business with the federal government, including the U.S. Department of Defense. “This marks the second major expansion of Aspen’s manufacturing facilities and productivity here in East Providence in the last several years. It is great to see this type of investment in the community and I remain committed to doing all I can to help Aspen and other local businesses succeed.”
“For centuries, some of the most innovative and highest quality products have been manufactured right here in Rhode Island,” said Senator Whitehouse. “Companies like Aspen Aerogels are continuing that tradition in exciting new areas like energy efficiency. Congratulations to everyone at Aspen Aerogels on this new facility.”
Aspen’s support and participation in the local community was also highlighted.
“Aspen is a well-respected member of our community,” said Mayor Rose, Ward 3. “We greatly value their presence here. Aspen is a great example of investment in East Providence’s waterfront and has great potential to drive economic development, job growth, and bring extra revenue to the City.”
Don Young, President and Chief Executive Officer at Aspen Aerogels expressed his gratitude to Rhode Island leaders and the community.
“We know that the launch of this new facility would not have been possible without the support and encouragement from the state of Rhode Island and East Providence,” Young said at the ribbon cutting ceremony.
“We are deeply committed to the people working here at Aspen Aerogels, this community, and this state. All of them are integral to our growth, and we look forward to being here for many years ahead,” he added.
About Aspen Aerogels, Inc.
Aspen Aerogels is an energy technology company that designs, develops and manufactures innovative, high-performance aerogel insulation. Used primarily in large-scale energy infrastructure facilities, Aspen’s Pyrogel and Cryogel insulation products provide superior performance, enabling customers to save energy, improve yields, increase profits and provide a safer working environment. Headquartered in Northborough, Mass., Aspen Aerogels manufactures its Cryogel®, Pyrogel® and Spaceloft® products at its facility in East Providence, R.I.
Testing for EMF in Real Estate Transactions is Skyrocketing
EMF QUALITY SOLUTIONS
A real estate transaction can be exciting but also overwhelming at times with factors such as dealing with the bank, coordinating inspections, planning and expectations, and even sales pressure. Typically, Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Testing has not been part of the inspection process when one does their due diligence, however this has drastically changed in the last few years. Concerns about potential impacts have brought up questions about significant EMF and radio frequency (RF) sources at the property, building or in its proximity. Many indoor environmental and public health research professionals feel that EMF/RF evaluations and measurements should be part of a healthy building inspection. While the scientific community is still divided, many scientists and institutions recommend prudent avoidance as the safest approach. An EMF/RF evaluation at the start of the Real Estate Transactions, before remodeling begins is the best and most cost effective time to implement possible shielding methods.
Only trained and experienced professionals with the appropriate and calibrated equipment can determine the exposure in the areas of concerns. AC magnetic fields commonly referred to as EMF, can be hidden and only detected using appropriate EMF testing services protocols and professional equipment. Certain electrical installations and lighting features or wiring areas that are code violations can cause elevated AC magnetic fields. These elevated EMF fields and the possible code violations often go undetected in regular home inspections that solely focus on functionality.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Our indoor environment has changed dramatically in the past ten years. Many wireless devices are impacting our indoor environment such as cellular antennas, TV and radio broadcasting transmitter, radar, wireless router and access points. Many are added all the time, such as video game systems, wireless printers, baby monitors, security systems, wireless devices and appliances controlled with the latest mobile phone app. This trend will only continue. Do you believe that our recently and dramatically changed indoor environment has no effect on our health and development of our children or performance and wellbeing of employees?
Or do you feel that we should be cautious and choose to limit our personal exposure in areas where we spend a lot of time such as sleeping areas, children’s play areas and our work areas. Many organizations and countries outside the US recommend long term exposure limits and precautionary action levels. Why is this so? Are they more sensitive individuals or are we unaware of the potential dangers? At EMF Quality Solutions, we don’t speculate. We assess an area using scientific methods to provide you with the information to make an educated decision and exercise your right to choose what you want to be exposed to in your own home, building or office.
We can help create a low EMF and RF environment in your future building or home. The recipe to a successful outcome is following a systematic protocol in assessment, designing the mitigation plan if necessary and verifying the achievement of the design goals. The steps for a low EMF/RF assessment, consultation and possible development of a mitigation plan consist of:
- Assessment of low and high frequency background levels present on the property
- Assessment of low and high frequency levels present in the building
- Develop and design of a possible mitigation according to your benchmarks for sensitive areas
- Consult on prudent placement in all sensitive
- Design shielding concepts as indicated
- Retain a qualified electrician to verify proper electrical installation and grounding system if indicated
- Shielding implementation by qualified craftsman
- Measurements to confirm compliance to your benchmarks
- Certification of the site or building
If you would like us to help you in the assessment or design of a low EMF/RF in home or Real Estate transaction, please email us at EMFQualitySolutions@gmail.com
Technology for People
by Ronald G. Shapiro
There are numerous reasons to obtain new technology for one’s business, academic or personal use. Two of the best reasons are that technology will improve safety and it will also improve productivity. Other reasons might be that the technology would reduce service costs, be fun to have and be great to show off to friends and customers.
Looking at a glossy brochure or website may make a product appear to accomplish some, if not all, of the above objectives. While the product information may be truthful and provide a complete description of the product, it may not tell the whole story. Think about standing in line at a store to check out or calling a company for customer service and having the employee you are working with say something like, “I’m sorry that it is taking longer than usual. We are using a new computer system.” Clearly, this initial period with the new equipment is not increasing productivity.
Perhaps, more seriously, consider purchasing a new car in which the controls are in different positions than you are used to. You may make errors such as washing the windows when you intend to turn on the lights. This could cause an accident. In addition to evaluating the literature a manufacturer might offer on their products, consider the following prior to investing in new technology:
- WHO WILL BE USING THE SYSTEM? Will they be able to physically work with the new technology? If you are using touch-sensitive screens, will the screen respond to their touch easily? Will they be able to move the cursor easily? If the technology is large or heavy, will they be able to access what they need easily and safely?
- IF THE SYSTEM WILL BE USED SIDE-BY-SIDE WITH EXISTING EQUIPMENT, ARE SIMILAR BUTTONS IN THE SAME PLACE?For example, if the start button is on the left on one piece of equipment and the stop button is on the right, and this is reversed on another piece of equipment, this may lead to errors.
- IF THE NEW TECHNOLOGY IS REPLACING OLDER TECHNOLOGY, ARE THE CONTROLS COMPATIBLE? If not, how long will it take for people to get used to the new controls?
- DOES THE SAME BUTTON DO DIFFERENT THINGS AT DIFFERENT TIMES AS THE EQUIPMENT IS BEING USED?This kind of display is called a modal display and can lead to slower performance and to errors.
- HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO TRANSFER FILES, ETC. to the new technology so that it works as well as, if not better, than the existing system
- HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE THE PEOPLE USING THE NEW SYSTEM TO LEARN IT? What will the impact be on business in the short term?
- WILL THE NEW SYSTEM BE SAFER, MORE PRODUCTIVE, AND/OR MORE FUN TO USE PRESENTLY AND INTO THE LONG TERM? Is it really ergonomically designed? (There are sometimes claims made that products are ergonomically designed even though they have never been tested, and may not be.)
- WILL THE TOTAL ENERGY AND OTHER MAINTENANCE COSTS BE SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER FOR THE NEW SYSTEM including energy to heat, cool and light the equipment area?
- WILL EMPLOYEE TRAVEL TIME TO GET TO THE NEW TECHNOLOGY BE INCREASED OR DECREASED? For example, direct costs may be lowered if a few local printers are replaced by a more powerful one, but the cost of employee travel time to obtain printout might offset the equipment savings.
- IF POSSIBLE, PILOT TEST MIGRATION TO THE NEW SYSTEM and also have typical users use the new system until they become proficient with it. Obtain their input and study their productivity gains/losses before you make a commitment to invest money or change technology.
Dr. Ronald G. Shapiro
Independent Consultant in Human Factors
Learning & Human Resources
