Please note that it is not possible to include any attachments on KIS. This is due to a number of factors, notably file size and the requirements for viewing any files. This also helps speed up the sharing of information especially for the Scottish Ambulance Service and NHS24.
Testing of KIS on Vision DLM440 is now underway using a new cloud based test platform provided by InPS. This testing will focus on the overall “look and feel” of the new KIS screens as well as checking specific read codes and functionality.
The testing will also focus on the training material and guidance published by InPS ahead of the pilot and national rollout of DLM440. Further information on training will be shared soon well ahead of the national rollout.
KIS aims to replace the existing Special Notes process for GP Practices by removing the emailing / faxing of information from practices and making this fully electronic and part of the GP System.
Following a query from Out of Hours (OOH) it can be confirmed that the existing process for OOH to add and share a Special Note with other OOH professionals will not be switched off, and this process is not part of KIS. It is very important that this communication route remains available for all OOH users.
It will be for each Health Board to decide if and when any existing process for sharing Special Notes from GP Practices should be stopped or switched off.
Yes, EDIS has been fully integrated with ECS for at least 3 years and should be a standard part of the system. The button for ECS can be activated once the patient’s name and DoB are confirmed. HOWEVER – EDIS will not be integrated with KIS and there are no plans to develop EDIS further particularly as many boards are moving to Trak or alternative systems.
There have been lots of requests for updates and information on the progress of ECS, PCS and KIS so the simplest thing seems to be to take advantage of the latest technology and try out a blog. What I intend to do is gather together historical information on the history of ECS and publish it in chronological order for reference. From now on, everyone involved in the development of the electronic Palliative Care Summary (ePCS) the Key Information Summary (KIS) and the extension of ECS access will be able to add in up to date information on their projects and answer any questions that are asked. Catagories will be able to filter relevant postings into order, and editing rights will ensure that no offensive comments are left for others to read. Please feel free to comment or post queries and we will do our best to reply.