Merge Healthcare creates new business unit

RIS/PACS and advanced visualization firm Merge Healthcare has launched a new business unit called iConnect Network Services.

The unit will specialize in interoperability services to reduce labor and overhead costs associated with prior-authorization processes. It also plans to enhance physician engagement among provider communities and increase referral success.

iConnect Network Services will have three core offerings:

  • iCNS Orders will help physicians place electronic orders, document the appropriateness of the order, and reduce the volume of lost orders due to inefficient processes and lack of follow-up.
  • iCNS Authorize will automate existing manual and prior-authorization processes for hospitals and imaging centers. According to Merge, 81% of imaging order claims are denied, because prior authorization was either not obtained or not handled properly.
  • iCNS Results will provide imaging results to the ordering physician within his or her existing electronic health record to enhance physician engagement and care delivery.
Page 1 of 603
Next Page