Question

The future of the electronic health record and interoperability has the potential to improve patient satisfaction because:

Answer 1

When health care providers have access to complete and accurate information, patients receive better medical care. Electronic health records (EHRs) can improve the ability to diagnose diseases and reduce—even prevent—medical errors, improving patient outcomes.

A national survey of doctors1 who are ready for meaningful use offers important evidence:

94% of providers report that their EHR makes records readily available at point of care.

88% report that their EHR produces clinical benefits for the practice.

75% of providers report that their EHR allows them to deliver better patient care.