subject: Benefits of Electronic Medical Records [print this page] The concept of electronic medical records (EMR) is evolving and has been used by many professionals in the healthcare industry. As more and more healthcare professionals are realizing the importance and benefits of having electronic medical records, their popularity has increased considerably.
Electronic Medical Records Highly Beneficial
Storing and organizing huge amount of patient data requires considerable time and effort. Moreover, the paperwork can be stressful and tedious. By incorporating EMR in your practice you stand to enjoy many benefits. An electronic health record is a record in digital format that is capable of being shared across different healthcare settings. The record constitutes every detail from diagnosis, treatment to payments made.
The data can include
Administrative and clinical data
Demographics
Medications prescribed
Progress notes
Radiology reports
Patient's past and present medical history
Previous medical conditions
Laboratory data
Medical records are used for documenting patient care, quality improvement purposes, and for financial and legal information, and research. The benefits of EMR are many and this has led to more number of healthcare providers using such records. This has in turn made distribution of patient health information easier. Electronic health records minimize the need for filing space and paper. It helps to keep your records straight and organized. The records can be updated as and when required and are available concurrently for use everywhere.
Potential Benefits
Automated access to relevant information
Improved staff and resource utilization
Increased efficiency
Streamlined workflow
Efficient record keeping and mobility
Improve quality of care
Save manpower and training costs
Improved customer satisfaction
Job satisfaction improvement
Now, a number of companies are providing similar services. So it is important to choose a reliable service provider. With the support of knowledgeable medical experts, many companies are providing comprehensive support in organizing the patient data in electronic format.
