Becker's Healthcare August 5, 2021
Hannah Mitchell

Roger Baker, a former assistant secretary of Veterans Affairs for Information and Technology, shared five insights that can put the VA’s Cerner EHR rollout on track for success, according to an Aug. 4 article published by Federal Computer Week.

Mr. Baker recently gave six insights into why the rollout is struggling. Now, he is sharing his recommendations on how the VA can improve its chances for success.

The recommendations are based on his experiences with challenges launching large programs at the VA, specifically the Veterans Benefits Management System.

Five recommendations:

1. Accountability in VA’s leadership team.

The undersecretary for health must take responsibility for the rollout’s success because they have the authority to make decisions that affect care...

Today's Sponsors

Venturous
Got healthcare questions? Just ask Transcarent

Today's Sponsor

Venturous

 
Topics: Congress / White House, EMR / EHR, Govt Agencies, Health IT, Provider, Technology, VA / DoD
Watchdog: VA's Oracle Health EHR project could cost nearly $50B
VA terminates more than 1,000 employees
Amwell touts military contract deployment wins in Q4
Medline nets $1B annual contract with Veteran Affairs
VA Deems Most Nurses, Docs Ineligible for Trump's Deferred Resignation Plan

Share This Article