Curae , which owns doctors’ practices and three hospitals in Amory , has cited electronic health record ( EHR ) system costs as a factor in its bankruptcy. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganisation after revenue declined and costs increased significantly due to the purchase of EHR technology. Other hospitals, especially those in rural areas, are also struggling to pay EHR costs, according to EHR General Counsel, Richard Roberson . Curae Health will continue to manage the hospitals until a buyer can be found.
Curae Health, which owns doctors’ practices and three hospitals in Mississippi, has cited electronic health record (EHR) system costs as a factor in its bankruptcy. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganisation after revenue declined and costs increased significantly due to the purchase of EHR technology. Other hospitals, especially those in rural areas, are also struggling to pay EHR costs, according to Mississippi Hospital Association General Counsel, Richard Roberson. Curae will continue to manage the hospitals until a buyer can be found.