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Financial Residency

English - January 24, 2024 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.02 MB - ★★★★★ - 295 ratings
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In this brief episode, Jon from Contract Diagnostics discusses the significant expenses associated with electronic health record (EHR) systems for healthcare facilities.

Using examples from a published article, he highlights the substantial costs, such as a Cleveland-based hospital expecting its EHR installation to cost $400 million. Jon emphasizes that these costs are typically covered by employers, and physicians need not worry about directly paying for EHR systems.

However, he suggests that physicians inquire about the type of EHR system their potential employer uses during interviews or site visits. Jon also encourages physicians to be adaptable to different systems and leverage their knowledge of various EHRs as a negotiating point for compensation.

He stresses the importance of understanding the employer's perspective while negotiating, acknowledging their investment in technologies that should ideally enhance efficiency and billing.

Jon concludes by reminding physicians to engage in open and effective communication with their employers regarding compensation and contract details, offering Contract Diagnostics' assistance in maximizing compensation.

Jon invites individuals to contact Contract Diagnostics through phone, chat, or email for personalized assistance, visit www.ContractDiagnostics.com