Benefits of an EHR
Electronic health records (EHR), especially one connected to a health information exchange, can help clinicians provide more coordinated, safe and efficient care. By adopting certified electronic health records, clinicians can know more about their patients, make more informed decisions, and save money and time.
Benefits of using EHRs include:
- Quick access to patient records
- Interface with labs, registries, other EHRs and the Health Information Exchange
- Safer, more reliable prescribing
- Legible, complete documentation that facilitates accurate coding and billing
- Enhanced privacy and security of patient data
- Better quality reporting with measurable results such as improved vaccination rates, diabetes A1c testing and prevention screenings
- Enhanced decision support with clinical alerts, reminders, and medical information
- Higher quality care and easier adherence to best practices
- Smoother workflow and fewer patient phone calls
- Greater satisfaction for both providers and patients
For more about how health IT is improving health care, visit http://healthit.hhs.gov
