Epic Community Connect Implementation Guide

This guide outlines the Community Connect program associated with Epic, designed for health systems to create connected care communities. It details how organizations can leverage Epic’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) capabilities to improve clinical collaboration and maintain provider independence. The document describes strategic growth methods for health systems, emphasizing the establishment of robust partnerships to expand their market presence and enhance care delivery. It also presents the primary phases for implementing a Connect program, which include standing up a program, rolling it out, and subsequent maturation. Throughout the guide, it is explained how Community Connect can facilitate better clinical decision-making and patient outcomes through seamless data sharing, while allowing providers to retain their unique identity within the integrated network. Additionally, the document references Linda Janiszewski's expertise in launching successful Connect programs, underscoring the relevance of well-supported leadership in the successful integration of these initiatives.