Nearly 10 years ago, the goal of mandatory electronic documentation was to improve patient engagement, care coordination, research, disparity, and healthcare quality. As we look toward the next wave of requirements for interoperability, this episode reviews our progress toward these goals and shares recommendations for the future.
Key Points:
-Is digital better?
-Vulnerable data
-Patient ownership

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