EMR and administrative data both needed for full perspective of patient

“Data capture completeness within primary care EMRs is comparable with administrative data, with the advantage that EMRs contain lab results, prescription information and detailed clinical information. However, the combination of complete EMR records and administrative data is needed to provide a full comprehensive picture of patient health histories and processes, and outcomes of care, according [...]
Source: ICMCC: The International Council on Medical and Care Compunetics - Category: Information Technology Authors: Tags: News Administrative Patient Source Type: news