Misys Healthcare Systems Signs Pact with the Daughters of Charity Health System; Expands Misys Laboratory Use, Adds CoPathPlus to Clinical Suite.Business Editors TUCSON, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 10, 2002 Misys Healthcare Systems (formerly Sunquest Information Systems, Inc.), a market leader in healthcare IT, today announced that it has expanded its relationship with the Daughters of Charity Health System, located in Los Altos Hills, California Los Altos Hills (IPA: /lɒˌsɑltoʊs ˈhɪls/) is an incorporated town in Santa Clara County, California, United States. The population was 7,902 at the 2000 census. through a new agreement. The agreement covers the deployment of Misys Laboratory(TM) and CoPathPlus(R) anatomic pathology system to three affiliates in the Daughters of Charity Health System. The enhanced clinical suite will streamline laboratory processes within a newly formed multiple facility, integrated delivery network. Created by the demerging of seven hospitals from Catholic Healthcare West Catholic Healthcare West (CHW) is a California not-for-profit public benefit corporation that operates hospitals in California, Arizona, and Nevada[1]. As such, it is exempt from federal and state income taxes. , a Misys client, Daughters of Charity decided to continue and expand their relationship with Misys after evaluating several competitor options. The three hospitals receiving the Misys clinical suite include: Robert F. Kennedy Medical Center, St. Vincent Medical Center St. Vincent Medical Center may refer to:
"Daughters of Charity Health System's experience working with Misys Healthcare Systems and their confidence in our ability to meet their aggressive implementation timelines were key factors in their decision to expand their relationship with us," said Amy Ferretti, Vice President of Marketing, Misys Healthcare Systems. "We are committed to ensuring their organization a timely system implementation that will contribute to their short and long-term success." About Misys Laboratory Misys Laboratory is a comprehensive, high-performance laboratory information system that manages specimen data from requisition A written demand; a formal request or requirement. The formal demand by one government upon another, or by the governor of one state upon the governor of another state, of the surrender of a fugitive from justice. The taking or seizure of property by government. entry to production of the final cumulative report. Misys Laboratory allows any user to virtually customize a laboratory system. Key system components include: General Lab, Outreach, Episode Management, Lab Access Results, Multi-facility Support, Blood Bank Donor, Blood Bank Transfusion, Ad Hoc For this purpose. Meaning "to this" in Latin, it refers to dealing with special situations as they occur rather than functions that are repeated on a regular basis. See ad hoc query and ad hoc mode. Report Writer, Microbiology microbiology: see biology. microbiology Scientific study of microorganisms, a diverse group of simple life-forms including protozoans, algae, molds, bacteria, and viruses. , Medical Necessity Checker check·er n. 1. a. One, such as an inspector or examiner, that checks. b. One that receives items for temporary safekeeping or for shipment: a baggage checker. 2. , and Instrument Autofiling. About CoPathPlus CoPathPlus is an industry recognized anatomic pathology information system designed for the unique workflow requirements of the anatomic pathology department. The system provides healthcare providers with convenient, comprehensive patient and specimen information views and reports. Healthcare providers are able to tailor report formats and incorporate images and diagrams for a clear picture of diagnostic findings. Robust billing features are designed to ensure accurate, complete and timely billing to save time while increasing revenue and improving cash flow. About Daughters of Charity Health System As a regional healthcare system of seven hospitals and medical centers along the coast of California, the Daughters of Charity Health System offers state-of-the-art medical technology with the compassionate, healing touch cultivated by their Catholic heritage. Whether with their holistic approach holistic approach A term used in alternative health for a philosophical approach to health care, in which the entire Pt is evaluated and treated. See Alternative medicine, Holistic medicine. to the childbirth experience; outreaches to protect the children they serve; or life-saving organ transplants organ transplant: see transplantation, medical. , heart surgeries, and cancer treatments, the Daughters of Charity Health System's network of affiliates provide excellent care with gentleness and kindness. About Misys Healthcare Systems Misys Healthcare Systems is a division of Misys plc -- one of the world's largest independent applications software product companies. Misys Healthcare Systems is among the top five healthcare IT companies in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . The company designs, develops, and supports a comprehensive suite of information products for hospitals, commercial laboratories, physician practices and home care providers that serve the healthcare IT industry's broadening spectrum of needs. Misys Healthcare Systems' three business units have a well-established customer base with 85,000 physicians, 1,200 hospitals, 600 home care providers, and hundreds of laboratories, clinics, managed services An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality organizations and other related organizations using the company's products and services. For more information, visit www.misyshealthcare.com. About Misys plc Misys plc is one of the world's leading software products suppliers. Misys partners with its customers to deliver outstanding IT solutions to essential industries. The group develops and licenses products to the international banking and securities, US healthcare, and UK retail financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. sectors. Misys employs over 6,500 people. Misys Laboratory is a trademark of Misys Hospital Systems, Inc. d/b/a Misys Healthcare Systems. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the marks of their respective owners. |
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