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Perform an Internet search for three EHR software systems commonly used by physician offices. Compare and contrast at least 5 elements in a chart format so that your classmates can see the comparison.
◾️An electronic health record (EHR) is the systematized collection of patient and population electronically stored health information in a digital format.
◾️These records can be shared across different health care settings. Records are shared through network-connected, enterprise-wide information systems or other information networks and exchanges.
◾️EHRs may include a range of data, including demographics, medical history, medication and allergies, immunization status, laboratory test results, radiology images, vital signs, personal statistics like age and weight, and billing information.
Sample view of an electronic health record
◾️EHR systems are designed to store data accurately and to capture the state of a patient across time. It eliminates the need to track down a patient's previous paper medical records and assists in ensuring data is accurate and legible.
◾️ It can reduce risk of data replication as there is only one modifiable file, which means the file is more likely up to date, and decreases risk of lost paperwork.
Epic, Cerner, Allscripts, eClinicalWorks and NextGen have been named the most widely used EHRs by physicians, according to Medscape's EHR Report. Epic continues to dominate the EHR market for hospitals and health systems with 37% of users, nearly three times as many as Cerner with 13% of hospital users.
Top EHR Software Vendors of 2020 Comparison