Computerized Provider Order Entry in the Emergency Department: Pilot Evaluation of a Return on Investment Analysis Instrument
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The Vanderbilt Center for Better Health conducted a workflow analysis study to determine the benefits of implementing a computerized provider order entry system in the adult Emergency Department. Time savings by role was 1619 hours/year for nurses, 815 for medical receptionist, -95 for attendings, and -100 for residents. Translating time savings into bottom line savings (FTE/overtime reduction, additional charges) resulted in $31,424 in time savings and $40,000 cost savings (paper forms).
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- AMIA ... Annual Symposium proceedings. AMIA Symposium
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تاریخ انتشار 2005