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EHR (Electronic Health Record)

An electronic health record (EHR) is a digital representation of a patient’s paper chart, designed for real-time, patient-centered care. It provides instant and secure access to authorized users and encompasses a wide range of patient information beyond standard clinical data, including medical history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, immunization dates, allergies, radiology images, and lab results. EHRs facilitate decision-making with evidence-based tools and streamline provider workflows. They are designed to be shared across multiple healthcare settings, ensuring comprehensive care coordination among various providers and organizations involved in a patient’s care.

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