Many healthcare providers have shifted to electronic health records (EHRs). Compared to paper-based systems, EHR systems offer greater information recency and accessibility to patient records. Before switching to EHR systems, your practice must first understand the following.
Are EHR systems better than paper-based systems?
The benefits and drawbacks of EHRs
Digitization is significantly changing the way healthcare organizations deliver care and services to patients. In particular, the use of electronic health records (EHRs) is improving the accuracy and accessibility of patient information. Despite this, the adoption rate of EHRs is still low and meets resistance from many healthcare providers.
EHRs vs paper records: Which is better?
The healthcare industry has been increasing its adoption of electronic health records (EHRs). The technology claims to improve on current paper-based methods. However, EHRs are not flawless. Learn more about the pros and cons of EHRs and decide for yourself.
Is EHR useful?
Is the future of the healthcare industry digital? Experts see no other way forward, as demonstrated by the popularity of electronic health records. However, critics of this new recording process have pointed out major flaws that aren’t present in its traditional counterpart: paper-based recording.