Peer Mentors
Physicians seeking support work one-on-one with a colleague to share EMR experiences, address gaps in EMR use and increase workflow efficiency.
Who might find this useful?
Those transitioning to EMR late in their career or those wanting EMR skills to support locum work.
How to access:
Contact local PSP liaison or division of family practice office to arrange appointment.
Small Group Learning
Locally developed through collaboration between the PSP Regional Support Team (RST) and each division of family practice, topics reflect current needs.
Who might find this useful?
Those wanting to learn from others using the same EMR.
How to access:
The division will provide more information soon.
Consent to use Electronic Communication
Good Practices Guide: Safe care — reducing medical-legal risk.
Who might find this useful?
For those interested in using technology to connect with patients.
How to access:
Consent form >
Dragon Dictation on iPad
This is a voice recognition system which can be trained for your voice.
Who might find this useful?
This tool may be appealing for those with limited typing skills.
How to access:
Dragon Dictation system >
Society of General Practitioners (SGP) Manuals
The SGP brings the unique lens of primary care and a community perspective to Doctors of BC.
Who might find this useful?
Quick reference; easy to use. Self-directed. Can email billing questions and seek support.
How to access:
The SGP website >
General Practice Services Committee (GPSC)
Provides extensive guides including information, a list of codes, on general practice fees and fees for new programs developed.
Who might find this useful?
GPs participating in a new initiative or those needing to confirm coding practices. Excellent resource for MOAs.
How to access:
The GPSC website >
Doctors of BC
Information and supports for billing and audits.
Who might find this useful?
Those who prefer self-directed and flexible learning – resources when you need or want.
How to access:
Doctors of BC website >
Government of BC
MSPtutor modules.
Who might find this useful?
Those who prefer self-directed and flexible learning – resources when you need or want.
How to access:
Government of BC website >
Small Group Learning: Billing Workshop
Locally developed through collaboration between the PSP Regional Support Team (RST) and each division of family practice, topics reflect current needs.
Who might find this useful?
Those wanting to learn from others on best practice for billing. Uses a case study approach in small groups.
How to access:
The Division will provide more information soon.
Small Group Learning: Retirement Workshops
Consider options for this next chapter of your professional career.
Who might find this useful?
This workshop will be of interest to those approaching or planning retirement in the next five years.
How to access:
The Division will provide more information soon.
Storing Paper Records
Store, scan, and distribute patients medical records; electronic document management system; records management system; or scanning services.
Who might find this useful?
Useful to convert files to electronic when moving to EMR.
How to access:
MedRecords >
Escandata >
AccelEMR >
UpToDate
A free, online clinical decision support resource for use in individual practices.
Who might find this useful?
All GPs.
How to access:
The Divisions of Family Practice UpToDate information page >
Pathways
Web-based directory that connects family doctors and specialists to streamline referrals.
Who might find this useful?
All GPs wanting to find local resources to support patient care.
How to access:
The Pathways website >
Dr Bill
Billing MSP is as easy as snapping a photo. Use your mobile phone to capture patient data and log your claim. It's instantly sent to MSP.
Who might find this useful?
All GPs.
How to access:
The Dr Bill website >
PetalMD
PetalMD is a cloud-based application featuring productivity tools for health care professionals: scheduling, collaboration and secure communications.
Who might find this useful?
All GPs.
How to access:
The PetalMD website >