Becker's Healthcare June 22, 2023
Giles Bruce

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs expects Oracle Cerner to deliver on its $10 billion EHR contract despite layoffs reportedly tied to the program, NextGov/FCW reported June 22.

Oracle Cerner reportedly planned to let go of hundreds of employees, in part because of the troubled VA EHR rollout. The new VA system has experienced technical issues and budget overruns, causing the two sides to restructure their contract in May.

“VA leadership remains fully committed to the success of the department’s EHR modernization program,” Neil Evans, MD, acting executive director of the VA’s EHR program, emailed the news outlet. “VA expects any contractor to provide the appropriate levels of talent...

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