Electronic Health Record Software

Posted by AMS at 12 FEB 9:06 am Share

Electronic health records are similar to hard copies of health records; both are intended to track and communicate changes in patient health over time as well as provide a place to document anything and everything associated with the patient’s care. However, this is where the similarities end.

Hard copies or paper charts must be filed in drawers or cabinets that take up valuable office space. Electronic charts are all stored in the same location on a computer’s hard drive, thus drastically reducing the volume of space required for storage. More space in your practice allows you to create a better environment for your patients, free of the crowded clutter associated with many practices; or even the ability to add another exam room for increased productivity. Hard copies of paperwork are easily misfiled, whereas electronic records are always filed according to the data it contains, such as the patient’s name.

Additionally electronic health record software can provide information that traditional paper charts simply can’t. For instance, say that you believe a particular medication would be suitable to treat a particular condition that a patient is experiencing. The software is able to perform drug and allergy interaction checks to verify that there will be no adverse reactions and transmit the prescription directly to the pharmacy. Furthermore, you then have the option of transmitting the updated chart to a referring physician for his records. These features are designed to safeguard the health of your patients while providing you with a more streamlined experience.