EMR Consulting Resource EMRapproved.com Introduces New Healthcare IT Certification Program

July 25, 2011 (Lake Bluff, IL) - EMR consulting and technology resource EMRapproved.com is partnering with healthcare IT industry leaders HITECH Answers and Hielix EHR Roadmap to present HIT University – a comprehensive practical education initiative designed to help IT firms gain a better understanding of healthcare technology and provide better services to medical offices with EMR-related needs.

The demand for technology in the medical industry has increased exponentially with the recent HITECH Act, enacted to accelerate EHR adoption by providing incentive payments to health care providers that implement an EHR system. Due to the rapid rise in demand, an education gap has become evident in the healthcare IT marketplace. Most small to medium-sized ambulatory practices require assistance to improve their technology, though very few IT groups are knowledgeable in this area nationwide.

“I believe the training provided to IT professionals through EMRapproved.com will be greatly appreciated by the medical community at large," says Wendy Whitmore, Managing Partner and CIO for EMRapproved.com Corp. "The tools and resources accessible via EMRapproved.com, Hitechanswers.net and Hielix EHR Roadmap will help these consultants deliver a high level of assistance to physicians and clinics as they navigate the maze of information and technology solutions available to them. This program is the first of its kind in the industry!"

A part of the new HIT University education initiative, the HIT Certification program aims to introduce technology consultants and firms to the evolving topic of electronic health records while also offering a practical guide to medical technology. The real-world learning and tools provided through the EMRapproved HIT Certification program give new HIT professionals the knowledge and resources required to provide top-notch consultant-level service to the medical community.

The program, which provides training in the areas of basic EMR workflow, medical technology, the HIT marketplace and the HITECH act - is completed in a series of four parts. Graduates will receive additional benefits like professional industry guidance and service delivery samples, tools and products to help new or existing clients, direct referrals for local service contracts from EMRapproved.com and a free one-year inclusion in the EMRapproved Nationwide Certified Consultant Registry & Directory. Certified Healthcare IT Specialists will have a better platform on which to market their services in the multi-billion dollar healthcare industry as well as a range of exclusive benefits from EMRapproved.com.

To learn more about the EMRapproved HIT Certification Program, visit the Healthcare IT Certification page or register for the next FREE live informational webinar at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/788203913.

About EMRapproved.com:
EMRapproved.com provides comprehensive EMR selection, guidance, research, products and services online and over the phone with trained and certified EMR and IT Specialists. The company also sells a range of EMR compatible hardware and software through EMRapprovedStore.com for physician practices, clinics and hospitals. Learn more at http://www.emrapproved.com

About HITECH Answers:
HITECH Answers is a privately-held web-based membership education portal established in April of 2009. HITECH Answers has positioned itself as the trusted and independent source on EHR adoption. Its web presence is a global portal for all that have an interest in learning the details and process of EHR adoption. Learn more at http://www.hitechanswers.net.

About HIELIX:
HIELIX works with healthcare providers, including physician practices, hospitals and regional/state healthcare organizations to seamlessly integrate health IT (HIT) solutions with minimal disruptions to operational and clinical workflows. Services include HIT readiness planning, meaningful use planning and reporting, EHR vendor selection, implementation and more. Learn more at http://emrapproved.hielixehr.com/

855 N. Skokie Hwy, Suite N, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Tel: 800-671-1028 ext. 25
Wendy Whitmore
info@emrapproved.com

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