Importing external source data

Each import is set up during the implementation process. Changes to these imports should be rare, but may be required as source system changes occur or as new fields are required. Please contact Kaufman Hall Support if you require changes to data imports.

Examples of the external source data import definitions include:

  • Encounter
  • Cost Data Placeholders
    • Formulary
    • Historical RVUs
    • Microcost
    • RVU
    • Supply
  • Data Tables
  • Reference
  • Reference Tables

When new source data is available, you can run each import using the Scheduler or run it manually on- demand. Importing external source data may generate errors that may require you to edit and reload data. There are specific reports available to assist in validating the external data that is commonly loaded to support the Axiom Decision Support and Decision Support processes. For more information, see Validating imported data.

NOTE: Sequencing to the import process may be required for the encounter files since some of the files have dependencies on other files. For more information, see Data import sequence.

To import external source data:

  1. In the Explorer task pane, in the Libraries section, click Imports Library > Costing > 01 External Data.

    NOTE: The folders and placeholder files in this example may differ from what displays in your system since the placeholders are replaced by your Implementation Consultant with data specific to your organization.

  2. Click the folder for the appropriate predefined Import Wizard to run, and double-click the import definition to use.
  3. Follow the steps in Using the Import Wizard.