Healthcare IT News September 28, 2021
The retail giant said it would begin using Epic’s electronic health record platform in its health centers, starting with its new facilities opening in Florida.
Walmart announced this week that it would begin using Epic’s electronic health record in its health centers, starting in Florida in early 2022.
Eventually, all of Walmart’s health and wellness lines of business will be supported by the Epic platform as it’s rolled out.
“The Epic system complements our omnichannel health care offerings – letting customers and healthcare professionals access care and health records to lead to more personalized care,” said Dr. Cheryl Pegus, executive vice president at Walmart Health and Wellness, in a statement.
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