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  • Medical Technology
  • Health Services Research

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  • Electronic Health Records (EHRs) are critical for modern healthcare.
  • Current EHR systems often lack interoperability, hindering data sharing and system flexibility.
  • A clear definition of "open" or "interoperable" EHRs is needed to guide development and adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the essential functionalities of an open or interoperable electronic health record (EHR).
  • To identify key use cases that demonstrate the value of open EHR systems for various stakeholders.

Main Methods:

  • Identification of 5 core use cases for open or interoperable EHRs.
  • Analysis of the functional requirements for each use case.

Main Results:

  • Defined 5 critical use cases for open EHRs: clinician support, research advancement, administrative flexibility, developer innovation, and patient access.
  • These use cases highlight the importance of EHR interoperability for safe, effective, and accessible healthcare.

Conclusions:

  • Widespread adoption of open EHRs supporting these 5 use cases is essential for realizing the full potential of digital health.
  • Interoperable EHRs empower clinicians, researchers, administrators, developers, and patients, leading to improved health outcomes and system efficiency.