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VA OIG: EHR modernization cost estimates too low by billions

A Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General audit found that the Veterans Health Administration underestimated the cost of its electronic health records modernization project to the tune of billions of dollars. The report, released earlier this week, noted that the preparation for the deployment of the Cerner EHR at VA facilities required significant… Read More »

VA to undertake strategic review of EHR modernization program

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Friday that it would be undertaking a strategic review of its Cerner electronic health record modernization program.   The review, consisting of a full assessment of the ongoing EHR modernization program, will not exceed 12 weeks. “A successful EHR deployment is essential in the delivery of lifetime,… Read More »