SUBSCRIBE TO E-NEWSLETTERResearchers: EHR data is often inaccurate
Electronic health records can help improve care and safety by giving doctors quick access to accurate information they need to make decisions. But if they aren’t used properly, EHRs can have a negative impact on patient safety.
What is big data, and why should healthcare firms care?
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Like companies in many other industries, healthcare organizations have access to much more information coming in at a much faster pace than ever before. And firms that don’t figure out how to use that information may be losing money. Read more
Survey: Healthcare organizations want more data
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According to a recent survey, most healthcare providers believe greater use of clinical informatics will help improve patient care. Read more
Survey: Disaster recovery a top health IT priority for hospitals
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As electronic health records and other IT trends increase the amount of data healthcare organizations must hold, an effective disaster recovery plan is becoming more critical. Read more
80% of patients worried about EHR security
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Healthcare facilities making the move to electronic health records (EHRs) may face one big challenge: reassuring patients their medical information is safe. Read more