Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates Selects ProVation(R) Software for Procedure Documentation and Coding.MINNEAPOLIS -- ProVation Medical, part of Wolters Kluwer Health, announced today that Atlanta Gastroenterology gastroenterology Medical specialty dealing with digestion and the digestive system. In the 17th century Jan Baptista van Helmont conducted the first scientific studies in the field; William Beaumont published his own observations in 1833. Associates, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control (AGA) has selected its ProVation[R] MD software for gastroenterology documentation and coding, as well as its ProVation[R] MultiCaregiver software for perioperative perioperative /peri·op·er·a·tive/ (-op´er-ah-tiv) pertaining to the period extending from the time of hospitalization for surgery to the time of discharge. per·i·op·er·a·tive adj. documentation. The software will be implemented at seven locations throughout Atlanta and North Georgia, and will replace AGA's current procedure documentation software. ProVation[R] MD software for multi-specialty procedure documentation and coding compliance replaces dictation/transcription and streamlines the coding and billing process. Driven by deep medical content, ProVation MD allows clinicians to quickly and completely document medical procedures and apply the appropriate CPT CPT See: Carriage Paid To and ICD ICD International Classification of Diseases (of the World Health Organization); intrauterine contraceptive device. ICD abbr. codes, as well as CCI CCI Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie (France) CCI CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Citation Index CCI Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Western Australia) edits. ProVation MultiCaregiver software delivers multispecialty perioperative documentation, streamlining workflow by intelligently reusing data at various points while automatically retrieving data from multiple IT systems. Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates is the largest gastroenterology practice in the southeast dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of both digestive and liver diseases. Since its initial formation more than 30 years ago, AGA has undergone several changes, growing from a few offices in Atlanta to 21 offices located throughout the metropolitan area and North Georgia. In 2006, Atlanta Gastroenterology's 40 physicians saw nearly 80,000 patients and performed over 35,800 outpatient gastrointestinal procedures. "We needed a solution that allowed for a seamless interface between practice management, pathology and other IT systems," said Kerry Bossak, IT Manager, Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates. "Our previous documentation software did not meet these requirements. In addition to its interfacing capabilities, ProVation offers one centralized database for procedure data, and a robust and flexible nursing product that allows us to automate nursing documentation." "As a growing practice with continually increasing case volumes, AGA is committed to delivering the best possible medical care in a productive, yet cost-effective environment that enhances the patient experience," said Steven J. Morris, M.D., CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates. "The tools provided in ProVation software are helping us eliminate the inefficiencies inherent in physician dictation and manual nursing documentation, and that means we can stay focused on our patients, not paperwork." "AGA is one of the largest gastroenterology practices in the nation," said Arvind Subramanian, President & CEO, Wolters Kluwer Health Clinical Solutions and ProVation Medical. "Their selection of our software for both physician and perioperative procedure documentation is evidence of their dedication to streamlining workflow, reducing administrative costs administrative costs, n.pl the overhead expenses incurred in the operation of a dental benefits program, excluding costs of dental services provided. and delivering excellent patient care." About ProVation Medical ProVation Medical is part of Wolters Kluwer Health, a leading provider of information for professionals and students in medicine, nursing, allied health, pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry. Major brands include traditional publishers of medical and drug reference tools and textbooks, such as Lippincott Williams & Wilkins and Facts & Comparisons; electronic information providers, such as Ovid Technologies, Medi-Span and ProVation Medical; and pharmaceutical information providers Adis International and Source. Wolters Kluwer Health is a division of Wolters Kluwer, a leading global information services See Information Systems. and publishing company with annual revenues (2006) of EU3.7 billion and approximately 19,900 employees worldwide. Visit www.wolterskluwer.com. ProVation Medical provides solutions that significantly enhance revenue and decrease costs per medical procedure. ProVation MD & MultiCaregiver software replaces dictation/transcription and paper charting, producing complete, billing-ready, image- and diagram-enhanced documentation for clinical procedures. The result is coder-ready documentation delivering compliance, proper reimbursement, and shortened days in Accounts Receivable accounts receivable n. the amounts of money due or owed to a business or professional by customers or clients. Generally, accounts receivable refers to the total amount due and is considered in calculating the value of a business or the business' problems in paying . For more information, visit www.provationmedical.com. Wolters Kluwer Health is a division of Wolters Kluwer, a leading global information services and publishing company with annual revenues (2006) of EU3.7 billion and approximately 19,900 employees worldwide. Visit www.wolterskluwer.com. About Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates As the premier gastroenterology practice in the southeast dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of both digestive and liver diseases, Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates offers the knowledge and experience valued by patients who are suffering from digestive problems. The Board Certified board certified, adj the status of a dental specialist such as an orthodontist who has become a board diplomate by successfully completing the certification program of the recognized certification board in that area of practice. physicians of AGA are highly skilled in evaluating and treating a wide range of disorders, including ulcers, hiatal hernias, abdominal pain, diarrhea, intestinal polyps Intestinal Polyps Definition The word polyp refers to any overgrowth of tissue from the surface of mucous membranes. Intestinal polyps grow out of the lining of the small and large bowels. , and the detection and treatment of colon cancer colon cancer, cancer of any part of the colon (often called the large intestine). Colon cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. . In addition to providing clinical and outpatient care at its 21 offices and six endoscopy endoscopy Examination of the body's interior through an instrument inserted into a natural opening or an incision, usually as an outpatient procedure. Endoscopes include the upper gastrointestinal endoscope (for the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum), the colonoscope (for the centers, Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates also provides infusion services at several locations, has its own pathology lab, and operates The Liver Center, a full-service clinic for the treatment and care of patients with chronic liver conditions. |
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