Electronic Health Records: How Close? How Far to Go?

Authors

Lisa Sprague, George Washington University

Document Type

Issue Brief

Publication Date

9-29-2004

Abstract

This paper looks at the central role of the electronic health record (EHR) in health information technology. It considers the extent to which EHRs are in use and initiatives designed to increase their prevalence, as well as barriers to the widespread adoption of EHRs and efforts to surmount them. Particular attention is given to such obstacles as cost, the professional culture of physicians, standardization, and legal questions.

Comments

Issue brief no. 800

Recommended Citation

Sprague, Lisa, "Electronic Health Records: How Close? How Far to Go?" (2004). National Health Policy Forum. Paper 143.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_centers_nhpf/143

Open Access

yes