5 Digital Innovations Reshaping the Modern EHR

Since the electronic health record (EHR) was first launched, the technology has gone through numerous iterations. Initially, changes were limited to expanding functionality and ease of use. Providers (and rightly so) pushed developers to make EHRs more intuitive, better reflect their workloads, ensure compliance and proper coding, and integrate seamlessly into their busy workdays.

As EHRs continue to evolve, advanced digital innovations will bring additional capabilities and opportunities to improve outcomes and efficiencies while managing costs and streamlining workflows.

Digital tools, including mobile apps, smartphones, and hand-held devices, enable providers to record and communicate crucial clinical information directly from the patient bedside or as they write their notes. EHR systems that are linked to digital tools help ensure the information is promptly uploaded and available to all members of the care team.