Optimizing EHR Interoperability - Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare

 In this evolving healthcare ecosystem, many now recognize the importance of effective interoperability of electronic health records (EHR) and the ability to improve patient care and safety, enhance patient-centeredness and communication, and advance programs related to education, timeliness, efficiency, and equity.

Effective interoperability also enables healthcare professionals to promote preventive medicine initiatives and better coordinate care, as well as reduce waste and redundant testing. This is important, given how the COVID-19 pandemic has provided a stark reminder of the digital divide that remains across the U.S. healthcare system.

Value-based care relies on EHR systems becoming interoperable. When health information and interoperability solutions are designed to deliver a personalized and integrated experience to patients, they have the potential to increase provider productivity, better engage caregivers, improve outcomes, and enhance affordability.