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The electronic medical record in multi-site family practice, Part 1: The planning phase
Douglas Blair1, Paul C Schutte
1Mount Carmel Physician Information Systems, 4401 Hilton Corporate Drive, Columbus, OH 43232, USA. dblair@mchs.com
The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM
|November 5, 2003
Abstract:
Electronic medical records (EMRs) are being successfully implemented on a regular basis. They provide real benefits. This article presents a detailed explanation of how this medical group implemented and created a paperless medical practice environment and an electronic medical record. This includes an explanation of hardware and software components, the method of creating the EMR, benefits, pitfalls, and effect on the practices.