Lee B, Walker J, Delbanco T, et al., Transparent Electronic Health Records and Lagging Laws, Ann Intern Med., May 24th, 2016;165(3):219-220
Millions of patients are accessing their medical records online via secure electronic patient portals. They are also increasingly uploading data directly into their records, and many clinicians now offer patients ready and ongoing access to the notes that document encounters. In response, patients report improved understanding of their care, better recall, enhanced adherence to care plans, and an increased sense of control over their health (1).
Although these changes hold promise for improving the value and safety of health care, some opportunities are hindered by legal constraints dating back to when patients rarely saw their physical charts. To reflect new …
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