The electronic medical record in dermatology.

The electronic medical record in dermatology.

Grosshandler Joshua A; Tulbert Brittain; Kaufmann Mark D; Bhatia Ashish; Brodell Robert T

Archives of dermatology

2010

2010-09

Governmental incentives to stimulate the "meaningful use" of electronic medical records and future disincentives for Medicaid and Medicare provide an impetus for dermatologists to consider adding this technology to their clinical practice. Dermatologists should carefully weigh the pros and cons of establishing an electronic medical record system before incorporating this expensive technology. This article reviews available scientific and economic data required for dermatologists to help make an informed choice.

Computerized/organization & administration; Cost Savings; Dermatology/*organization & administration; Electronic Health Records/*organization & administration; Female; Health Care Costs; Humans; Male; Medicaid/*economics; Medical Records Systems; Medicare/*economics; Program Development; Program Evaluation; United States

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