Potential roles for an electronic health information system that help to improve the delivery of health care are: Health information and data- " records of a patients history and examinations, including past medical records." Results management- "integration of findings from multiple providers at multiple sites." Order entry/management -"electronic ordering of tests and prescriptions to maximize accuracy and speed implementation." Decision support management- "computer reminders and prompts to encourage timely follow-up to evidence-based guidelines." Electronic communication and connectivity- " facilitation of
Potential roles for an electronic health information system that help to improve the delivery of health care are: Health information and data- " records of a patients history and examinations, including past medical records." Results management- "integration of findings from multiple providers at multiple sites." Order entry/management -"electronic ordering of tests and prescriptions to maximize accuracy and speed implementation." Decision support management- "computer reminders and prompts to encourage timely follow-up to evidence-based guidelines." Electronic communication and connectivity- " facilitation of