General Surgery Coding Alert - 2021 Issue 8
Reader Questions: Can You Differentiate EMR From EHR?
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Article Overview
This article answers a common health IT terminology question for clinical and administrative staff. It compares the broad scope and purpose of electronic health records, electronic medical records, and personal health records, helping readers understand how these record types differ and why the distinction matters in healthcare settings.
Why This Topic Matters
Clear terminology supports better communication among clinicians, coders, IT teams, and administrative staff when discussing patient record systems and data coordination.
What You Will Learn
- How electronic health records differ from electronic medical records
- How personal health records fit alongside other patient record systems
- Why healthcare teams should use these terms consistently
- What kinds of information are generally associated with each record type
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Health information management professionals
- Clinical staff
- Healthcare administrators
- Health IT staff
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