Electronic medical records (EMRs) or electronic health records (EHR) are systems that healthcare providers can use to store patient data. EMRs are typically preferable to smaller organizations that don’t have to share information with other providers regularly, while EHRs can store data from multiple sources, getting a wider view of a patient’s health.
Both EMRs and EHRs are incredibly useful in the modern healthcare office, but anyone who has ever worked with one knows they can be flawed. Some complain about how long it takes to do anything on an EMR, with a report from the National Academy of Medicine finding that doctors and nurses spend an average of 50% of their day operating the EMRs instead of dealing with patients. Not to mention, EMRs and EHRs are gold mines for hackers who would be able to steal a lot of patient data if they manage to access the information.
Hackers are getting smarter and sneakier every single day, so for businesses utilizing EMRs or EHRs, hiring a managed service provider (MSP) to monitor their IT and keep sensitive data protected is the right move. Hiring an MSP like Straight Edge will make it much easier to get the most out of your EMR or EHR, because you’ll receive access to top-notch security to guard your patient data. You’ll also have smoother workflows and happier staff, more time to focus on patients instead of your IT, and no more downtime disasters.
At Straight Edge, our tech wizards secure your data and ensure your EMR runs like a dream.
Plus, we’ll create a custom Technology Roadmap for ongoing IT strategy, support, and management. Our goal is to give you the time to care for your patients and grow your business without having to worry about your IT. If you’re ready to say goodbye to EMR headaches, contact us here today or call us at (361)653-1777.
