Newswire July 30, 2025
Black Book Research

Black Book Report Highlights Total Cost of Ownership and Cybersecurity Threats as Primary Factors Influencing Shift Toward Affordable, Cloud-Based EHR Solutions

TAMPA, Fla., July 30, 2025 (Newswire.com) – Rural and Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) across the United States are facing a notable technology transition, with 55% planning to reassess or replace their current Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems by the end of 2026. According to a comprehensive survey conducted by Black Book Research involving 202 rural hospitals across 41 states, increasing total costs associated with legacy EHR systems and escalating cybersecurity threats are among the main factors driving this strategic shift.

The survey identified significant concerns with existing EHR systems originally designed for larger, urban hospitals....

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