EHR FAQs

How widespread is electronic health record (EHR) use?
Nearly 1 in 4 physicians (23.9 percent) reported using full or partial EHRs in their office-based practices in 2005 - a 31 percent increase from the 18.2 percent reported in 2001.
(National Center for Health Statistics, 7/21/06)

Are all of those physicians using EHR to its fullest capability?
Only 1 in 10 physicians (9.3 percent) use EHRs with all four of the basic functions (computerized orders for prescriptions, computerized orders for tests, reporting of test results, and physician notes) considered necessary for a complete EHR system.
(National Center for Health Statistics, 7/21/06)

How many EHR products are available?
There are approximately three hundred EHR vendors and products currently available.

How do I make the right selection for my practice?
Attend one of the EMR Road ShowsTM for information on choosing the EHR system that¹s right for you.
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What is a CCHIT Certified EHR system?
The Certification Commission for Healthcare Information Technology is a voluntary, private-sector organization launched in 2004 to certify health information technology (HIT) products such as electronic health records and the networks over which they interoperate.

To learn more EHR terminology, visit our EHR glossary.

Is my EHR software CCHIT certified?
To find out if your EHR software meets CCHIT certification standards, visit the CCHIT website for a listing of certified vendors and products.