The pandemic has created the need for a value-based care model and transformation of the EHR systems that focus on a patient’s plan for health, rather than the sole emphasis on a patient’s medical record. In the present scenario, it has been observed that although electronic health records enable sorting through enormous patient information, the […]
Importance of Electronic Health Records during a Pandemic
Pandemics create havoc and the pandemic we have been experiencing for more than a year now is no different. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been affecting millions of people worldwide with serious sickness and fatality. Reacting to such a public health emergency asks for storage of and access to large volumes of data that […]
Understanding the Pros and Cons of EHRs
Computers and software have become an integral part of healthcare delivery wherein they play a crucial role in improving healthcare professionals’ productivity and thereby treating more patients with improved quality care. Electronic health records (EHRs) facilitate managing giant volumes of data generated by various medical facilities, clinics and hospitals; without appropriate EHR systems, it is […]
Electronic Health Records and Clinical Research
Electronic health records (EHRs) have become indispensable to record and analyze patient health data both at micro and macro levels. At the micro level, a patient can be provided high-quality care due to the quick and remote access to the patient’s records and his/her health can be well-monitored after the encounter and also notified for […]
Things You Must Consider While Shifting Your EHR Software
In this world of digital information, electronic health records (EHRs) have become essential for healthcare providers to conveniently access data and provide appropriate treatment to patients. EHRs facilitate better coordination of patients, greater efficiency and improved patient care for the healthcare facilities while they empower patients with quick access to their health records. Further, to […]