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CONCURRENT SESSION PRESENTATIONS
National E-prescribing Conference
October 6 -7, 2008
Boston, MA
Topic: The Business Case for Providers: The Economics of Adoption
Speakers:
- Patricia Hale, M.D., Ph.D., FACP, Deputy Director, Office of Health Information Technology Transformation, New York State Department of Health (view slides)
- Tom Groom, Senior Vice President, SureScripts/RxHub (view slides)
Description: The business case for adoption highlighted efficiencies to be gained in the office, costs that can be reduced, and improved outcomes. Panelists from small and large practices discussed the initial cost of investment, as well as the potential returns (tangible and intangible) associated with implementing the e-prescribing system.
Topic: E-Prescribing & Medicare Part D: Looking at Standards & Certification
Speakers:
- Tony Trenkle, Director, Office of E-Health Standards & Services, CMS (view slides)
- Andrew Morgan, Project Officer, CMS
- Tracey A. McCutcheon, Medicare Drug Benefit Group, CMS (view slides)
- Craig Miner, RPh, J.D., Medicare Drug Benefit Group, Center for Drug & Health Plan Choice, CMS
- Jon White, M.D., Director, Health Information Technology (Health IT) Portfolio, Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ) (view slides)
Description: CMS is leading the charge in promoting a nationwide adoption of e-prescribing, setting standards specific to Medicare physicians and pharmacists. This session will examine both present and future e-prescribing standards, including those standards for Medicare Part D, how they affect practitioners that participate in Medicare, and how one ensures that they qualify for incentives. Panelists will also discuss e-prescribing systems certification and elaborate on what it means to be certified.
Topic: The How-Tos of E-prescribing Promotion Initiatives: Methods & Real-World Experiences in E-prescribing
Speakers:
- Patrick Miller, Research Associate Professor, New Hampshire Institute for Health Policy & Practice (view slides)
- Kim Caldwell, Director, Center for Outcomes Research, Humana
- Stephen Fox, Vice President, Provider Network Management, Health Care Services Division, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) (view slides)
- Tony Schueth, Founder, CEO & Managing Partner, Point-of-Care Partners, LLC (view slides)
Description: State and health industry leaders led the discussion on how to best integrate e-prescribing efforts including contractual, policy, incentive opportunities, and best practices. Real-life examples were used to demonstrate how attendees can potentially do the same in their respective areas and how the private sector can work with States to create/implement e-prescribing programs.
Topic: Implementing E-prescribing: The Basics
Speakers:
- Ben Sasse, Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Daniel H. Green, MD, FACOG, Medical Officer, Quality Measurement Health Assessment Group, Office of Clinical Standards and Quality, CMS (view slides)
- Michael Rapp, M.D., J.D., FACEP, Director of the Quality Measurement & Health Assessment Group, CMS (view slides)
- Holly Miller, M.D., MBA, FHIMSS, CMIO, University Hospitals and Health Systems (view slides)
Description: If you feel overwhelmed at the thought of adopting e-prescribing in your environment, then this session is for you! The session allowed attendees to gain a better understanding of the implications of e-prescribing to their environments. Panelists covered a series of topics related to the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA) E-prescribing requirements, including practical steps to take in order to adopt the new technology, the roles of pharmacists and providers in the process, and the incentives available for those that take part in the program.
Topic: Learning from Experience - Pharmacists
Speakers:
- Dave Feeney, RPh, Owner, Oxnard Pharmacy, Warwick, R.I.
- Gary Schoettmer, RPh, President & CEO, RNA Health Information Systems (view slides)
- Don Huonker, Senior Vice President, Healthcare Innovation, Walgreens (view slides)
Description: Pharmacists and pharmacy owners came together as a panel to share their perspectives and personal experiences on e-prescribing. The panelists discussed industry standards, including e-prescribing standards that directly affect existing technology. After presenting the business case for adopting e-prescribing systems, panelists shared best practices for workflow management.
Topic: Learning from Experience - Providers
Speakers:
- Steven Stack, M.D., Chairman & Medical Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Joseph Hospital East, Lexington, K.Y.
- Yul D. Ejnes, M.D., FACP, Clinical Associate Professor, Brown University (view slides)
- Jim Morrow, M.D., Vice President & CIO, North Fulton Family Medicine (view slides)
Description: Doctors in the field served as panelists, sharing their experiences in the transition to e-prescribing and responding to conversion-related how-tos: how to select the right system for your environment, how to moderate the impact of implementation in your community, and how to employ best practices for workflow management between physician and pharmacy system operations.
Topic: Medicaid & E-prescribing
Speakers:
- Rick Friedman, Director, Division of State Systems, CMS (view slides)
- Jessica Kahn, Health Insurance Specialist, CMS (view slides)
- Christopher Sullivan, Ph.D., Senior Management Analyst II Administrator, Florida Center for Health Information & Policy (view slides)
- Stephen Groff, Chief Administrator of Planning and Policy Development, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance, State of Delaware (view slides)
Description: State Medicaid leaders presented on the federal landscape, including policy reforms in effect, and discussed the government's position as it relates to the Medicaid program. Panelists spoke to the costs and benefits associated with implementing e-prescribing programs within the Medicare program and identified options and related incentives for e-prescribing under the Medicaid program.
Topic: The Office Environment & Change Management
Speakers:
- Steve Waldren, M.D., Director, CCHIT (view slides)
- David Allard, M.D., Physician in Charge, Royal Oak Medical Center, Henry Ford Health System (view slides)
- Jonathan Teich, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School (view slides)
Description: There are ways to optimize e-prescribing adoption based upon your environment. Whether you work at a commercial institution or a private practice, electronic prescription technology can change and improve your service. The three panelists discussed pre-implementation (including the selection of e-prescribing software and achieving buy-in from the group and/or administrative staff), the implementation process, and post-implementation challenges for a variety of settings. Issues covered included new research, decision support, the benefits of e-prescribing and the lessons learned regarding handoffs and other post-implementation issues.
Topic: Privacy, Security & Risk Management
Speakers:
- Jodi G. Daniel, J.D., MPH, Director, Office of Policy & Research, Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (view slides)
- Paul Uhrig, General Counsel, Executive Vice President of Corporate Development, Chief Privacy Officer, SureScripts (view slides)
- Donald L. Holmquest, M.D., J.D., Ph.D, President & CEO, CalRHIO (view slides)
- Christine L. Egan, J.D., Vice President, HealthCare Regulatory, CVS Caremark Corporation (view slides)
Description: This session examined the components of privacy, security and systems management as it relates to the e-prescribing program. The goal was to educate providers and pharmacists on consumer security and privacy, and delve into relevant topics that are integral to adequate e-prescribing preparation, such as litigation and risk management.
Topic: Promoting E-prescribing in Your State: Getting Policymakers on Board
Speakers:
- Senator Richard Moore, State of Massachusetts (view slides)
- Kate Berry, Senior Vice President, Business Development, Executive Director, Center for Improving Medication Management, SureScripts-RxHub (view slides)
- Melissa Hargiss, Acting Director, eHealth Initiatives (view slides)
- Representative Gayle Harrell, State of Florida
Description: From a state perspective, this session covered some of the e-prescribing efforts being made across the country and included examples of existing legislation, provider assistance programs, and challenges surrounding state-specific e-prescribing programs. Attendees gathered information on how to effectively communicate with state legislators to address challenges related to e-prescribing adoption.
Topic: Value for Consumers: What are the Benefits of E-prescribing to Them?
Speakers:
- Paul Cotton, Senior Legislative Representative, AARP (view slides)
- Deven McGraw, Director, Health Privacy Project, Center for Democracy & Technology (view slides)
- Michael Fischer, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School (view slides)
Description: This session explored the latest research highlighting the consumer value of e-prescribing. It also examined the efficiency and economic benefits of e-prescribing for both patient and practitioner. Panelists addressed the obstacles and benefits that directly affect the consumer, drew attention to anticipated consumer questions, and presented recommended adjustments to office processes and procedures to ease the transition for both physician and patient. In addition, the session covered the privacy and security protections that are critical to health information technology.
Topic: Working Together to Implement E-prescribing
Speakers:
- David Bates, M.D., Chief, Division of General Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (view slides)
- David Feeney, Owner & Chief Pharmacist, Oxnard Pharmacy
- Ken Majkowski, PharD, Vice President of Clinical Affairs & Product Strategy, SureScripts/Rx Hub (view slides)
Description: The collaborative efforts of both physicians and pharmacists are integral to the success of e-prescribing adoption. Attendees engaged in meaningful discussions on effective support systems, standards, and best practices for a complementary workflow management between prescriber and pharmacy system operations.
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