Electronic Medical Records Flashcards
Why use EMR?
safe, high-quality, efficient, cost-effective, continuity of care, reminder systems, preventative care, prevent medical errors, coding systems.
What 4 criteria must systems meet for “meaningful use”
certification
electronic prescribing
quality reporting
exchange of information
What are the barriers to EMR?
well publicized EMR failures limited computer literacy concerns over productivity unreliable technology absence of reputable research economic factors ethical issues legal issues who "owns" this data accessibility functionality customer support multiple systems
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
48 billion for healthcare information technology for the adoption and effective use of EMR and for regional health information exchange.
HITECH
offers financial incentive for healthcare providers and hospitals that comply with standards of meaningful use`
Which of the following is not a quality for “meaningful use” of an EMR system?
A.Certification
B.Quality Report
C.Patient Satisfaction
D.Electronic Prescribing
E.Exchange of Information between systems
C. Patient satisfaction
What is the largest barrier to EMR present today?
A.Interoperability
B.Limited Computer Literacy
C.Argument of who “owns” data in the system
D.Customer Support
E.Absence of Reputable Research Supporting Use of EMR
A.Interoperability