The Electronic Health Record for the Physician’s Office

by Pepper, Julie

• ISBN13: 9780323878449
• ISBN10: 032387844X
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780323930246
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780323642651, 9780323930239
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback w/ Access Card
• Copyright: 2023-08-23
• Publisher: Elsevier
• More Book Details

About This Book

The Electronic Health Record for the Physician's Office, 4th Edition

This comprehensive textbook is designed to help medical office professionals master the skills required for using Electronic Health Records (EHRs) in patient care, administrative tasks, and coding and billing. Written by Julie Pepper, a seasoned Medical Assisting educator, this manual is tailored to prepare students for the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) examination.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and professionals in medical assisting programs, as well as healthcare practitioners looking to enhance their understanding and skills in EHR systems. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the practical applications of EHRs in healthcare facilities.

History and Editions

The 4th edition of The Electronic Health Record for the Physician's Office has been updated to reflect the latest best practices and technological advancements in EHR systems. This edition includes real-world examples and screenshots that walk you through each EHR task, making it easier to understand and apply EHR fundamentals. The integration with *SimChart for the Medical Office* software allows for hands-on practice and reinforcement of key concepts, increasing in difficulty based on the knowledge gained.

Author and Other Works

Julie Pepper, the author of The Electronic Health Record for the Physician's Office, is a Professor Emeritus at Chippewa Valley Technical College. She has extensive experience in medical assisting education and has written other educational resources in the field of healthcare.

Key Features

• Integration with SimChart for the Medical Office: This unique integration allows for realistic, hands-on practice with actual EHR software, reinforcing key concepts and increasing in difficulty based on the knowledge gained.
• EHR Exercises and Critical Thinking Exercises: These exercises provide thought-provoking questions to enhance learning and problem-solving skills, helping you assess your knowledge of the material.
• Chapter Review Activities: These activities describe how tasks are completed when the healthcare facility is using paper-based procedures instead of electronic, providing real-life examples of how EHR systems are being used to improve healthcare.
• Trends and Applications: Application exercises in the appendix include front office, clinical care, and coding and billing, allowing you to practice skills before tackling graded SCMO exercises.
• Student Resources: The Evolve website includes a custom test generator to allow CEHRS exam practice or simulation.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780323878449

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780323878456

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780323878463

Publication Details

Publisher: Elsevier

Publication Date: July 19, 2023

Number of Pages: Varies (dependent on format)

Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

3rd Edition: Available through Elsevier and other retailers

Related ISBNs:

9780323878456

9780323878463

Additional Information

• ISBNs for Different Formats: Ensure that you have the correct ISBN for the specific format you are interested in, as different formats may have different ISBNs.
• Publisher Details: The book is published by Elsevier, a leading provider of educational resources in healthcare and medical sciences.
• Copyright Information: The book was copyrighted on August 23, 2023.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The Electronic Health Record for the Physician's Office, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.