1. In the Healthcare Information System, the electronic medical reports and patient information is provided in a secure website which can be accessed by physicians and patients known as patient portals which improve in the patient and healthcare system interact better. The elements that should be incorporated into the HRIS are
Yes, the patient portals are useful as it has reduced the waiting time, lessened the number of office operators, increased efficiency, ease of access etc.
The benefits are
2. Yes, the patient portals and Personal Health Records will work, rather it is already being used in many countries and they are successful in maintaining HRIS. Yes, they will lead to a healthier population as it also creates awareness for the patients and they can keep track of their health by sending alerts for rechecks, routine checkups etc. In 2014, ONC report highlighted 46% patients viewed their reports online. Wellness programs include success stories inclusion of weight loss, smoking cessation, patient education on several diseases, avoidance of cancer, food to consume during the day, do's and do not's for better healthy life can be incorporated in the patient portals. Symptoms of some common diseases and instant relief techniques can be included in the portal in useful links etc.
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