The traditional reactive approach to healthcare — treating patients after they fall ill — is undergoing a profound shift. Today, because of big data, healthcare professionals have the power to be proactive: to anticipate and prevent illness before it takes hold.
Data-driven interventions: Preventing readmissions before they happen
The pros and cons of EHR systems
Many healthcare providers have shifted to electronic health records (EHRs). Compared to paper-based systems, EHR systems offer greater information recency and accessibility to patient records. Before switching to EHR systems, your practice must first understand the following.
EHRs: Are they worth it?
Digitization is significantly changing the way healthcare organizations deliver care and services to patients. In particular, the use of electronic health records (EHRs) is improving the accuracy and accessibility of patient information. Despite this, the adoption rate of EHRs is still low and meets resistance from many healthcare providers.