Welch Allyn launches its first EHR Preparation and Selection Services program

Oct 15 2009

Welch Allyn, a leading global manufacturer of frontline medical products and solutions, today introduced its first professional consulting program, EHR (Electronic Health Record) Preparation and Selection Services. The program is designed to guide medical practices systematically through the complex process of EHR vendor selection. Studies have shown that physicians and their office staffs struggle with the process of selecting an EHR vendor and are fearful that the wrong choice may result in significant losses in revenue and productivity during the implementation process.

“The key to successful EHR selection is preparation, yet most medical practices have neither the time nor resources to properly prepare,” said Jay Mangicaro, senior category manager, Integrated Partners, at Welch Allyn. “Our new EHR Preparation and Selection Services program offers an optimal mix of expert consulting, an easy-to-follow project plan, and an intuitive online tool that addresses the challenges associated with selecting an EHR vendor.”

Welch Allyn partnered with TransforMED, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American Academy of Family Physicians that specializes in helping physicians and their office staffs adopt the patient-centered medical home model of care.

“EHR selection and implementation are fundamental steps toward becoming a patient-centered medical home,” said Terry McGeeney, M.D., MBA, president and CEO of TransforMED. “We at TransforMED are pleased to collaborate with Welch Allyn on a product that will ease the frustration and uncertainty associated with selecting and successfully implementing this technology.”

TransforMED’s practice enhancement experts worked closely with EHR industry expert and consultant Bruce Kleaveland to contribute to the development of the new product offering. The company will be instrumental in helping deploy the service to primary care practices nationwide. Welch Allyn’s EHR Preparation and Selection Services offers three flexible packages designed to fit any medical practice’s unique needs and budget.