Models and diagrams

There are many HIT implementation tools and resources. Here are some links to diagrams and models that may be helpful during your HIT transition planning.

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Workflow: Here are some sample workflow diagrams that will help you understand process flows can change with HIT implementation:

DOQ-IT workflow modeling diagrams

DOQ-IT sample current workflow

Patient communication models: DOQ-IT has developed some sample material for patient communication. Please note that these are meant to be examples and that you will need to customize these to your practice.

DOQ-IT “Under Construction” poster

DOQ-IT patient communication material (guidelines for successful communication with patients)

DOQ-IT patient-physician communications help

Exam room setup: As all physicians know, good listening skills, good eye contact and compassionate care are all important elements of good patient care. However, some of these can be easily compromised without careful planning in how the exam room is configured to minimize the disruption of physician-patient communication.

AAFP has gathered a few suggestions on Exam room setup from physicians who have implemented and EMR system. (see "Tips for Examination Room Setup")

Vendor contracting models: Most vendors have a standard contract, often difficult to understand. Here are some sample agreements and contracting tips for negotiating with vendors.

DOQ-IT has developed some contracting guidelines and sample vendor agreements that will help you in your negotiations with vendors.

DOQ-IT has also created sample contracts that will help you understand what to expect in a vendor agreement.

First sample contract

Second sample contract

See our sections on self-assessment and financing, as well as workplans and checklists for more HIT implementation tools.