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  3. About Electronic Health Records




    An electronic health record (EHR) refers to an individual patient's medical record in digital format. Electronic health record systems co-ordinate the storage and retrieval of individual records with the aid of computers. EHRs are usually accessed on a computer, often over a network. It may be made up of electronic medical records (EMRs) from many locations and/or sources. A variety of types of healthcare-related information may be stored and accessed in this way.

    EHR systems can reduce medical errors. In one ambulatory healthcare study, however, there was no difference in 14 measures, improvement in 2 outcome measures, and worse outcome on 1 measure.

    EHR systems are believed to increase physician efficiency and reduce costs, as well as promote standardization of care. Even though EMR systems with computerized provider order entry (CPOE) have existed for more than 30 years, less than 10 percent of hospitals as of 2006 have a fully integrated system.

  6. Quotes about Electronic Health Records

    1. “ Electronic health records are the foundation of a robust healthcare system. ”
      Kathleen Sebelius in HHS dials back requirements, offers flexibility in final meaningful use rule
    2. “ This is a turning point for electronic health records in America, and for improved quality and effectiveness in health care. ”
      David Blumenthal in Federal Government Increases Flexibility in Rules for Electronic Health Record ...
    3. “ For years, health policy leaders on both sides of the aisle have urged adoption of electronic health records throughout our health care system to improve quality of care and ultimately lower costs. ”
      Kathleen Sebelius in Secretary Sebelius Announces Final Rules To Support 'Meaningful Use' Of Electronic Health Records

  1. Electronic Health Records

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