Adoption of Advanced Clinical Systems in Massachusetts Hospitals

Author:

Jason Fortin, Erica Drazen

This paper examines the results of a 2008 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts survey looking at use of advanced clinical systems in Massachusetts hospitals.  Implementation of CPOE has been a priority for payers and advocacy groups in the state, and the adoption in Massachusetts is roughly twice the national average.  Implementation of electronic nursing and physician documentation systems is slightly behind national averages, but there are a significant number of installations currently underway.  The survey of more than 60% of hospitals in the state was conducted in the summer of 2008.

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