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. 2017 Sep;42(9):572-575.

EHRs: The Challenge of Making Electronic Data Usable and Interoperable

Miriam Reisman

EHRs: The Challenge of Making Electronic Data Usable and Interoperable

Miriam Reisman. P T. 2017 Sep.

Abstract

Despite massive effort and investment in health information systems and technology, the promised benefits of electronic health records (EHRs) are far from fruition. The author presents the legislative programs that encourage the implementation of EHRs and explores the barriers hampering interoperability.

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