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Business Wire
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
La Paz Regional Hospital Connects Care Across the Community with Centralized MEDITECH Expanse EHR
CANTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- La Paz Regional Hospital (Parker, Arizona) is now live with MEDITECH Expanse, a modern, cloud-based EHR that supports the hospital's mission to enhance the health and well-being of its community through innovative, connected care. The implementation—delivered through MEDITECH as a Service (MaaS)—marks a major milestone in La Paz's digital transformation, consolidating multiple legacy systems into a single, intelligent platform that now connects the hospital and its four clinics across a 60-mile radius. La Paz Regional Hospital is now live with @MEDITECH Expanse via MEDITECH-as-a-Service (MaaS), a modern, cloud-based EHR that supports the hospital's mission to enhance the health and well-being of its community through innovative, connected care. Share By unifying care with MEDITECH Expanse, the health system has centralized patient information, eliminated duplication of tests, improved efficiency of chart review, and laid a foundation for scalable, sustainable growth. 'We are the healthcare team that takes care of the entire county, and we had four disparate systems that weren't the best at talking to each other,' said La Paz Regional Hospital CEO Zafer Genc. 'We wanted a unified system for our EHR and determined that MEDITECH was the one that fit throughout each area of the hospital and connected our hospital and clinics to improve the quality of care that we provide to our community.' Now, with a single EHR shared across all facilities and departments, La Paz clinicians have a comprehensive view of each patient's health history throughout the healthcare system, regardless of where or when that care was provided. When coupled with Expanse's interoperable solutions, clinicians can also access data from other organizations where a patient may have received care. This visibility enables providers to make more informed, timely decisions, particularly for patients managing chronic conditions or requiring complex, ongoing care. 'As CFO, I view this implementation as a strategic step forward,' said La Paz Regional Hospital CFO, Christine Barrington. 'We've made an investment in a system that brings greater continuity of care, improves data access, and supports better decision-making organization-wide.' The benefits of this transformation are already being felt across the organization. Expanse enables physicians, nurses, and therapists to access records, place orders, and document care from mobile devices using tools such as Expanse Now and Expanse Point of Care. This flexibility enhances the patient experience, improves responsiveness, and reduces administrative burden while combating clinician burnout. MEDITECH's embedded clinical decision support tools further enhance safety and help clinicians respond quickly to changes in a patient's condition. Clinicians at La Paz are already reporting greater efficiency in their daily routines, thanks to intuitive navigation and reduced documentation time. 'Expanse gives us more time with our patients,' said Director of Rehab Services Alvin Rodgers. 'Our chart review process is approximately 20% of what it was before. In just one screen, I can see the doctor's notes, what the nurses are doing, and more.' Director of Education Lara Leroy agrees that Expanse has made reviewing patient charts much faster and easier. 'The documentation is all put together the way that I need it,' she said. 'Before, it would take me hours to go through charts, but with MEDITECH it takes minutes.' Administrative staff have also seen significant improvements. From patient access to billing, the EHR streamlines workflows, minimizes delays, and ensures that critical information is always at hand. Additionally, the organization-wide Business and Clinical Analytics solution provides interactive, web-based business intelligence, serving as a single source of truth for clinical, financial, and operational data. Finance Director Vickie Greiling said, 'With one EHR facility-wide, we no longer need to access multiple systems to find the data we need to process patient billing.' Patients also benefit from new engagement tools such as the MyHealth portal and MHealth app, which allow them to view pertinent health information, message the care team, and manage appointments. Expanse Patient Connect enables secure messaging, while text reminders enhance communication and engagement, ensuring patients stay informed and prepared for each step in their care journey. 'La Paz's recent go-live represents a pivotal step toward fully connected, patient-centered healthcare in Arizona,' said MEDITECH VP Carol Labadini. 'We look forward to continuing our partnership with La Paz and helping them to support community health for many years to come.' About MEDITECH MEDITECH empowers healthcare organizations to expand their vision of what's possible with Expanse, the intelligent EHR platform you can trust. Expanse transforms care and ushers health systems of all sizes into the future with AI-infused solutions, personalized workflows, next-level interoperability, and predictive analytics — all working together to drive better outcomes. See why thousands of healthcare organizations in 28 countries and territories have chosen Expanse. Visit and follow us on YouTube, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
MEDI+SIGN Digital Whiteboards Streamline Patient Care in Spencer Hospital's New Emergency Department
SMITHSBURG, Md., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spencer Hospital, located in Spencer, Iowa, is an accredited and award-winning hospital that serves quality care to the people of northwestern Iowa and southern Minnesota. The National Rural Health Association has named Spencer Hospital a Top 20 Rural & Community Hospital in the United States, and Chartis Center for Rural Health has recognized it as one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals for ten consecutive years. Spencer Hospital's mission of promoting optimal health and striving for innovation is evident in its new Emergency Department project. "We are constantly seeking to enhance our patient experience through exceptional service and care, using evidence-based practices and technology, and by providing continuing education and training to our healthcare team," says Brenda Tiefenthaler, President of Spencer Hospital. "The new Emergency Department project facilitates a better care experience for our patients and an enhanced work environment for our team." With a total cost of $22 million, the new Emergency Department features patient-centered improvements to include additional and larger treatment rooms, two trauma bays, and two rooms specifically designed for the care of behavioral health patients. Private treatment rooms are outfitted with MEDI+SIGN digital exam room whiteboards. The display automatically pulls important patient care information directly from MEDITECH Expanse, the hospital's Electronic Health Record (EHR), and communicates it to patients and their families. "The MEDI+SIGN Emergency Department solution is strategically designed and engineered to fit in the tight space of the ED examination room," says David Linetsky, Founder/CEO of MEDI+SIGN. "The display provides a critical palette of information to the patients, including their care team with pictures, role and name, diet, patient location, discharge status, average test time, radiology tests ordered, average lab time, and lab status. Special messages also appear when staff are paged to respond to an alert, notifying the patient that the staff are busy with another patient." "Having MEDI+SIGN in the exam rooms is invaluable," says Ed Meyer, Vice President of Information, Technology & Security of Spencer Hospital. "It's always up-to-date and saves the staff so much time while putting the patient at ease. We love that the displays can automatically adjust for patients who require dim lighting in the exam room. The Behavioral Health model sits flush to the wall with a protective face that adheres to best practices for psychiatric patient safety. Providing equitable care, communication, and experience to ALL patients is a top priority at Spencer Hospital. We are thrilled to partner with MEDI+SIGN to achieve our goals." An alliance between the value-added partner Ideacom Mid America and MEDI+SIGN made the implementation of MEDI+SIGN at Spencer Hospital possible. With 70 years of experience in technology solutions, Ideacom Mid America brings deep knowledge of the value of communications in the healthcare setting. About Spencer HospitalSpencer Hospital offers quality health care services to people of northwest Iowa and southern Minnesota. In addition to providing a full-service hospital, Spencer Hospital operates a comprehensive cancer treatment center, an inpatient behavioral health center, a multi-specialty surgical center, four primary care clinics, and two satellite dialysis centers, one in Spencer and the other in Spirit About Ideacom Mid AmericaLocated in St. Paul, MN, Ideacom has specialized in offering reliable technology solutions for healthcare, senior care, and businesses of all sizes for 70 About MEDI+SIGNMEDI+SIGN is a game-changing communication tool used by hospitals that are pursuing the creation, improvement, and sustainability of their quality and safety goals. Driven and perfected by evidence-based outcomes, MEDI+SIGN deploys strategies tailored to the hospital's specific needs and existing workflows. This unique approach allows hospitals to experience quality and safety transformations without negatively impacting the day-to-day workflow of staff. MEDI+SIGN is the first and only patient-facing technology in its class that requires zero effort from clinical staff while reinvesting time back to the bedside. With patient experience and complex psychology at the epicenter of this technology, patients are kept informed, satisfied, and safe. Beyond patient experience, MEDI+SIGN focuses on improving HCAHPS and increasing patient safety by preventing falls as well as other sentinel events related to HAC, among other CMS programs. To experience these results for yourself, visit MEDITECH Expanse is a registered trademark of Medical Information Technology, Inc. MEDI+SIGN is a registered trademark. © 2025 MEDI+SIGN® All rights reserved. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE MEDI+SIGN Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UPMC Ireland Selects MEDITECH Expanse as the Cornerstone of its Digital Strategy
EHR to enable safer and more connected care between hospitals, cancer centres, and clinics CANTON, Mass., June 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UPMC Ireland announced today it will implement MEDITECH Expanse as the foundational EHR of its 'once in a generation' digital transformation that will improve patient care, streamline operations, and support future innovation. The renowned global healthcare provider selected Expanse to deliver a single, shared, intelligent platform across its 4 hospitals, 2 cancer centres, and 6 sports medicine clinics. The integrated EHR features a comprehensive set of clinical, administrative, and financial solutions that will enable faster, safer, and more connected care, leading to improved patient outcomes. "This represents a transformational step forward in how we deliver care for both our patients and our people," said UPMC Ireland Managing Director Eamonn Fitzgerald. "By connecting every part of the patient journey through a single, secure electronic health record, we are creating a system that is safer, faster, and more efficient. This investment ensures that our clinicians and staff have access to the tools and information they need to deliver access to care to communities across the island of Ireland. This is another step in delivering life-changing medicine together." UMPC's move to Expanse reflects the organisation's commitment to providing patient-centric care. The Expanse implementation will establish a single patient record that shares information seamlessly between locations, enabling improved decision-making and overall care coordination. The new EHR will help UPMC meet its goals of building a better way to care and being leaders in transforming care globally. To further support more connected care, UPMC will deploy a unified set of core evidence-based standards across facilities. They are also implementing Expanse Revenue Cycle, which will simplify and automate workflows to maximize efficiencies and boost fiscal health. "This implementation marks a major milestone in UPMC's digital transformation, giving us a unified, cloud-based electronic health record that replaces legacy systems," said UPMC Ireland Chief Information Officer Pat Cronin. "It will empower clinicians and staff with faster, more connected access to information, supporting smarter decision-making and improved care coordination. Beyond enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency, this system will serve as the digital foundation for long-term innovation and scalable, data-driven care across our network." Expanse will further support patient engagement with the introduction of a patient portal that empowers patients by providing access to their health information, appointment details, secure messaging with providers, and questionnaires. UPMC envisions the implementation of the Expanse web-native and cloud-based technology as a fundamental step toward achieving future growth, innovation, and collaboration across its hospitals, cancer centres, and clinics. Expanse provides the modern digital infrastructure, advanced interoperability, and flexibility needed to propel their vision forward. It also includes built-in safeguards to protect against cyberthreats, keep data and patient privacy secure, and ensure GDPR compliance. "We are thrilled to partner with UPMC to implement Expanse and support them in their mission to always put the patient first," said MEDITECH Ireland Managing Director Charlotte Scott. "This is a game-changer for the organisation and the patients it cares for. The EHR will enable more connected and better care today while also positioning UPMC for future growth and innovation." Discover more about MEDITECH in Ireland and the UK. About MEDITECH MEDITECH systems have been deployed in some of Ireland's most prestigious private hospitals for over two decades. Expanse, the intelligent EHR platform you can trust, keeps health systems at the forefront of innovation and transforms care with AI-infused solutions, personalised workflows, next-level interoperability, and predictive analytics — all working together to drive better outcomes. See why organisations in 28 countries and territories have chosen Expanse to boost the productivity and satisfaction of their staff and patients. Follow us on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Instagram, and visit: View source version on Contacts MEDITECH Media Contact Public and Media Relations Manager Robin Montville - rmontville@
Business Wire
05-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
UPMC Ireland Selects MEDITECH Expanse as the Cornerstone of its Digital Strategy
CANTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- UPMC Ireland announced today it will implement MEDITECH Expanse as the foundational EHR of its 'once in a generation' digital transformation that will improve patient care, streamline operations, and support future innovation. UPMC Ireland has selected @MEDITECH #Expanse as the cornerstone of its digital transformation. This will connect hospitals, cancer centres, and clinics through a single EHR—improving patient care, safety, and efficiency. @UPMCinIreland @MEDITECH_UK The renowned global healthcare provider selected Expanse to deliver a single, shared, intelligent platform across its 4 hospitals, 2 cancer centres, and 6 sports medicine clinics. The integrated EHR features a comprehensive set of clinical, administrative, and financial solutions that will enable faster, safer, and more connected care, leading to improved patient outcomes. 'This represents a transformational step forward in how we deliver care for both our patients and our people,' said UPMC Ireland Managing Director Eamonn Fitzgerald. 'By connecting every part of the patient journey through a single, secure electronic health record, we are creating a system that is safer, faster, and more efficient. This investment ensures that our clinicians and staff have access to the tools and information they need to deliver access to care to communities across the island of Ireland. This is another step in delivering life-changing medicine together.' UMPC's move to Expanse reflects the organisation's commitment to providing patient-centric care. The Expanse implementation will establish a single patient record that shares information seamlessly between locations, enabling improved decision-making and overall care coordination. The new EHR will help UPMC meet its goals of building a better way to care and being leaders in transforming care globally. To further support more connected care, UPMC will deploy a unified set of core evidence-based standards across facilities. They are also implementing Expanse Revenue Cycle, which will simplify and automate workflows to maximize efficiencies and boost fiscal health. 'This implementation marks a major milestone in UPMC's digital transformation, giving us a unified, cloud-based electronic health record that replaces legacy systems,' said UPMC Ireland Chief Information Officer Pat Cronin. 'It will empower clinicians and staff with faster, more connected access to information, supporting smarter decision-making and improved care coordination. Beyond enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency, this system will serve as the digital foundation for long-term innovation and scalable, data-driven care across our network.' Expanse will further support patient engagement with the introduction of a patient portal that empowers patients by providing access to their health information, appointment details, secure messaging with providers, and questionnaires. UPMC envisions the implementation of the Expanse web-native and cloud-based technology as a fundamental step toward achieving future growth, innovation, and collaboration across its hospitals, cancer centres, and clinics. Expanse provides the modern digital infrastructure, advanced interoperability, and flexibility needed to propel their vision forward. It also includes built-in safeguards to protect against cyberthreats, keep data and patient privacy secure, and ensure GDPR compliance. 'We are thrilled to partner with UPMC to implement Expanse and support them in their mission to always put the patient first,' said MEDITECH Ireland Managing Director Charlotte Scott. 'This is a game-changer for the organisation and the patients it cares for. The EHR will enable more connected and better care today while also positioning UPMC for future growth and innovation.' Discover more about MEDITECH in Ireland and the UK. About MEDITECH MEDITECH systems have been deployed in some of Ireland's most prestigious private hospitals for over two decades. Expanse, the intelligent EHR platform you can trust, keeps health systems at the forefront of innovation and transforms care with AI-infused solutions, personalised workflows, next-level interoperability, and predictive analytics — all working together to drive better outcomes. See why organisations in 28 countries and territories have chosen Expanse to boost the productivity and satisfaction of their staff and patients. Follow us on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Instagram, and visit:
Business Wire
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Silver Hill Hospital Signs for MEDITECH Expanse for Integrated and Patient-Centered Care
CANTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Silver Hill Hospital (New Canaan, CT), a nationally recognized psychiatric hospital, announced today it will implement MEDITECH Expanse to enhance care coordination and patient engagement. The independent, not-for-profit hospital will also implement Expanse in its outpatient facility in Midtown Manhattan, which has recently been rebranded as Silver Hill New York. We're excited to announce Silver Hill Hospital has selected @MEDITECH #Expanse to modernize and unify its EHR system across its care locations. A step forward in delivering integrated, patient-centered behavioral healthcare. Share The behavioral healthcare organization selected Expanse to provide an integrated EHR, replacing its current combination of disparate systems and paper-based records with a single, shared, intelligent platform. Expanse will provide a complete set of clinical, administrative, and financial solutions to manage the needs of its patients and their families across the inpatient and outpatient settings. Silver Hill selected MEDITECH following a full RFP process and evaluation of the three leading EHR providers. The MEDITECH as a Service (MaaS) subscription model delivers the full Expanse platform while reducing the time and cost of procuring, hosting, and maintaining an enterprise-level EHR. 'MaaS was the ideal solution for our organization and IT team,' said Silver Hill Director of IT Melissa Hall. 'It allows us to have all of the features and benefits of a modern system without the overhead associated with an on-prem alternative.' As a facility that receives referrals from many external organizations, including Yale New Haven Hospital, which uses Epic, interoperability was a key factor considered by Silver Hill's EHR selection committee. As part of the Expanse implementation, Silver Hill will be connected to MEDITECH's nationwide interoperability network, Traverse Exchange. This connectivity will streamline the referral process by enabling Silver Hill to exchange discrete patient information with participating care networks and organizations running different EHR systems. 'The ability to connect directly with our referral partners will open up the door to having a routine exchange of information on both sides of the referral process,' Hall said. 'This will be of tremendous benefit and significantly reduce information loss as patients move between care providers.' The Expanse implementation will include a new patient portal for enhancing engagement with patients, as well as their family members and caregivers. 'A lot of our patients are adolescents, so their families are very involved in their treatment. This shared portal access will improve engagement by enabling patients and their families to access their information across the care continuum,' Hall said. 'The portal will also streamline admissions by allowing patients to submit questionnaires and forms through the portal before arrival, reducing intake time and getting them treated faster.' Silver Hill will also deploy Expanse's Business and Clinical Analytics, a business intelligence solution that will deliver real-time, actionable insights for improving operational efficiency, financial performance, and patient outcomes. The hospital plans to use BCA to augment its existing data warehouse. 'We are thrilled to partner with Silver Hill to deliver more connected care with Expanse,' said MEDITECH Vice President Carol Labadini. 'Moving to one shared platform will improve communication, collaboration, and efficiency. Additionally, Traverse Exchange will increase connectivity to external organizations, further elevating the quality of care.' Learn more about how healthcare organizations are transforming patient care with Expanse. About MEDITECH MEDITECH empowers healthcare organizations to expand their vision of what's possible with Expanse, the intelligent EHR platform. Expanse transforms care with AI-infused solutions, personalized workflows, next-level interoperability, and predictive analytics — all working together to drive better outcomes. See why thousands of healthcare organizations in 28 countries and territories have chosen Expanse. Visit and follow us on social media.
