Plan now to attend the HRSA's Office of Rural Health Policy (ORHP) national meeting on health information technology (HIT) to be held September 21-23, 2006 in Kansas City, MO.

REGISTRATION:

Registration will start Thursday, April 20th, 2006 and will be on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited, register today! REGISTER HERE

WHO:

This conference is specifically designed for the rural provider who is considering making an HIT investment to meet quality aims, but is not sure where to start. The ideal attendee is closely tied to the decision-making process in their facility, has not thoroughly explored their HIT options, and who is excited about learning how to improve quality outcomes through the use of health information technology.

The meeting seeks to attract rural health care providers and vendors, including: small and solo physician practices, Critical Access and other small rural hospitals, rural health clinics, Federal Qualified Health Centers, and vendors interested in serving rural health care providers.

WHAT:

In an effort to to explore the benefits of health information technology adoption and its link to quality improvement, this conference will provide an opportunity for rural providers to:

• Learn about the basic components of HIT
• Focus on the initial steps of strategic planning for HIT investments
• Understand how to find appropriate technology to meet individual quality aims
• Share best practices and lessons learned about HIT implementation.

WHEN & WHERE:

September 21-23, 2006 at the Kansas City Downtown Marriot, Kansas City, MO.

For Further Information Contact:
Carrie Cochran
HRSA's Office of Rural Health Policy
Phone: 301-443-0835
ORHP@hrsa.gov
http://ruralhealth.hrsa.gov

For Further Information Regarding Conference Logistics Contact:
Sandy Barnes

McKing Consulting Corporation

Phone: (301) 468-0172, x261

Fax: (240) 221-0771

Email: sbarnes@mcking.com