Supporting West Virginia’s Healthcare Providers at Every Step of Their Health IT Journey
The West Virginia Regional Health Information Technology Extension Center (WVRHITEC) is committed to helping healthcare providers across the state adopt, implement, and optimize electronic health technologies—regardless of where they are in the process.
Through a combination of expert guidance, hands-on support, training, and strategic partnerships, we provide critical services that help practices improve patient care, protect data, meet regulatory requirements, and increase operational efficiency.
Our services are available to all healthcare providers throughout West Virginia. In addition, we offer subsidized technical assistance for eligible providers, particularly those in rural, underserved, or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) settings.
EHR Implementation Guidance
Implementing an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is a major milestone—and a major challenge. WVRHITEC helps providers navigate this process from start to finish by offering:
- Assistance with EHR system selection based on your practice needs
- Help with project planning and readiness assessments
- Support for system installation, testing, and go-live planning
- On-site and remote guidance for smooth, efficient implementation
We work closely with your team to reduce disruption and set you up for long-term success with digital records.
Meaningful Use Readiness & Compliance Support
We offer comprehensive consulting to help your organization meet federal Meaningful Use and Promoting Interoperability standards under Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs. Our services include:
- Conducting readiness assessments
- Providing gap analysis and compliance planning
- Preparing documentation for CMS attestation
- Ensuring alignment with clinical quality measures (CQMs)
Our experts stay up to date on the latest rule changes so you don’t have to.
Hardware and Software Vendor Consultation
Choosing the right technology partner is critical—and often overwhelming. WVRHITEC offers independent, vendor-neutral advice to help you:
- Evaluate and compare EHR vendors
- Assess hardware/software infrastructure needs
- Understand interoperability and integration options
- Plan for future scalability and cost-efficiency
We don’t sell systems—we help you choose what’s best for your practice.
Clinical Workflow Optimization
Technology is only part of the equation—your workflows matter just as much. WVRHITEC helps improve operational performance and patient outcomes by:
- Analyzing your existing clinical and administrative workflows
- Identifying bottlenecks, redundancies, and compliance risks
- Designing streamlined processes tailored to digital systems
- Providing templates and tools for documenting care efficiently
Our goal is to align technology with your clinical mission—not the other way around.
Privacy and Security Training Support
Patient data protection is a critical priority. We offer in-depth training and consultation on HIPAA compliance, cybersecurity best practices, and data breach prevention. Services include:
- Staff training on privacy, security, and secure messaging (WVDirect)
- Risk assessments and remediation planning
- Policy and procedure development for data governance
- Security audits aligned with federal standards
We help build a security-first culture that keeps patient trust intact.
Sharing of Best Practices
Benefit from what others have learned. WVRHITEC connects you with real-world insights from across the state and nation, including:
- Case studies and toolkits from successful EHR implementations
- Benchmarks and data sharing with peer practices
- Access to learning collaboratives, webinars, and workshops
- Integration of public health priorities into care models
We believe in building a smarter, better-connected healthcare community—together.
Who We Serve
Our services are designed for:
- Primary care and specialty providers
- Rural health clinics and FQHCs
- Behavioral health organizations
- Critical access and community hospitals
- Independent practices and large networks
Whether you’re just exploring EHR adoption or optimizing years after implementation, WVRHITEC is here to guide you.