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An Electronic Health Record (EHR) is an electronic version of a patient''s medical information, that is maintained by the provider over time, and may include all of the key administrative and clinical data relevant to that persons care under a particular provider; including demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, consultations, procedures, medications, immunizations, laboratory data, and radiology reports.
The EHR automates access to information and has the potential to streamline the clinician''s workflow. The EHR also has the ability to support other care-related activities directly or indirectly through various interfaces, including evidence-based decision support, quality management, and outcomes reporting. According to CMS, (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) EHRs are the next step in the continued progress of healthcare that can strengthen the relationship between patients and clinicians. The data, and the timeliness and availability of it, will enable providers to make better decisions and provide better care.