An Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a digital format of patient and population health data collected systematically which can be shared across various settings and facilities in health care through a network connection or similar exchange. It’s an official health record that contains personal identifiable information. In addition, these electronic health records include other pertinent data such as insurance information, family and medical history, medications, hospitalizations and any prior surgeries or procedures provided (WhatIs.com, 2014). Expectations with the use of EHRs are overall efficacy, quality, and in the long-term, reduction in cost.
EHRs are triangulated for safe keeping purposes because they contain sensitive information
EHRs are triangulated for safe keeping purposes because they contain sensitive information