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What is an EHR?

EHR or Electronic Health Records, are computerized versions of patients' paper health charts. They make information available instantly, "whenever and wherever it is needed". EHRs can:

  • Contain information about a patient's medical history, diagnoses, medications, immunization dates, allergies, radiology images, and lab and test results

  • Offer access to evidence-based tools that providers can use in making decisions about a patient's care

  • Automate and streamline providers' workflow

  • Increase organization and accuracy of patient information

  • Support key market changes in payer requirements and consumer expectations

A single EHR can bring together information from current and past doctors, emergency facilities, school and workplace clinics, pharmacies, laboratories, and medical imaging facilities.

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