HealthsystemCIO.com October 12, 2020
With pressure coming from the federal government and challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for interoperability is growing in healthcare.
But merely exchanging bits of patient data isn’t enough. More healthcare organizations are setting their sights on providing a longitudinal view of data as a way to improve care.
The difficulty in providing a complete picture of a patient’s health history was the focus of a recent webinar – Delivering Informed Care Based on a Longitudinal View of Patient Data – sponsored by ELLKAY, which offers data connectivity and migration services in the healthcare industry.
Despite widespread use of EHRs, patient information remains fragmented. Patients receive treatment in many different settings, and their data typically is isolated...