Is the ‘Open Notes’ Rule as Good in Practice as It Is in Theory?

MedPage Today July 21, 2021
Jennifer Henderson

Earlier this year, a federal rule that requires clinical information such as doctors’ notes and lab and imaging results to be made immediately available to patients took effect. A little more than 3 months out from implementation, there are mixed reviews as to how well the so-called ‘Open Notes’ rule is actually improving patient care.

Patient advocates and even many physicians have supported the concept of electronic health information in real-time, and say the rule is a first step toward dramatically improving the overall healthcare experience and can help lower the cost of care over time. But even proponents of the rule note that there are potential pitfalls, such as sensitive information reaching patients before their doctors have a chance...

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