In our society today, computers are everywhere. They are used to simplify our lives and make our work easier and more accurate. To become part of this rapid communication technology, the medical industry is gradually eliminating pen and paper systems and embracing computers to save and track patient medical records for electronic health records.

When a person files a complaint with his or her doctor, the doctor will obtain information from the patient in an attempt to establish a complete source of the story and possible reasons for the complaint. The information obtained from the patient will include the patient's past and current medical history, laboratory results, prior medical conditions and prescribed medications, radiographic images, etc., all of which constitute the patient's medical record. Placing this information in a digital format is called an individual's electronic health record.

The current government has prioritized the promotion of the collection of patient medical records in digital format. The project has already designated a large economic recovery stimulus plan. It is hoped that when all statements and completions are made, electronic medical records will be better recorded than paper pens in the order of the day.

Just like any new way of doing things, EHR [Electronic Health Record] has its advantages and disadvantages. Advantages of electronic medical record keeping include:

Better documentation

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Doctors are legendary about illegible handwritten works, resulting in inaccurate data entered by second parties or third parties. With EHR, this issue will be a thing of the past.

Lower cost

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It is hoped that the use of EHR will reduce medical costs and promote evidence-based care in the long run. Since information is readily available and can be easily and quickly referenced prior to optimal treatment options, resources can be saved because the patient's sick leave is reduced.

Better storage

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A large amount of information can be stored in a digital format, taking up very little space, eliminating the file storage problems that currently exist in pen and paper systems.

Easily retrieve information

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Save time and effort by quickly and easily retrieving information in digital format. Simply click on the patient's medical record with the mouse, and individuals who previously participated in finding and retrieving files will be redeployed to other positions.

Reduce medical accident insurance premiums

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Insurers tend to reduce the cost of medical malpractice for organizations using the EHR system through clear and accurate documentation provided by electronic health record systems. Also in litigation cases, information tracking is easy to follow, and if things are ambiguous, they will have an impact on the outcome of the case.

Improve medical standards

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With just a few clicks, the patient can complete the medical record and the doctor can immediately access the patient's medical information to respond more quickly and better to medical care.

Accurate record keeping

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With EHR, you can easily and accurately record who can access patient information, who accesses patient information, and who has access to it. When making changes to a patient record, you can find out who changed it and when.

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