The Impact Of Healthcare Information Technology In The Healthcare System

Discussion Board Forum One Advancement in technology continues to change the way we live. The more advanced technology becomes, the more it improves and simplifies our lives. A perfect example is the impact that advanced computer development has had on our healthcare system. Healthcare information technology (HIT) created, electronic health record (EHR) systems for collecting comprehensive patient data. This data is then shared with other healthcare providers, and organizations. A program within EHR called, Computerized provider order entry (CPOE), is for patient’s orders. Electronic medical records (EMR) collect medical and clinical data for only one healthcare provider. Electronic medication administration record (eMar) was created to ensure safe delivery of medications. Health informatics is responsible for the advanced technology in our healthcare (Breitenbach, 2016). Informatics is the science and art of …show more content…
telehealth organization. ATA defines telemedicine as, "the delivery of medical care with telecommunications technology, to improve the quality, equity and affordability of healthcare" ("About ATA-ATA Main," 2016). ATA was established in 1993, and is based in Washington, DC. ATA promotes telemedicine by providing, educational opportunities, networking, resources, and research to over 10,000 members. ATA develops policies and standards for telemedicine (About ATA, 2016). Telemedicine was originally designed to treat people that didn 't have access to health care, or health care providers. Today, due to advancements in technology, telemedicine is used around the world. Hospitals, clinics, and health care providers use telemedicine as a means of providing routine health care. Patients are able to access medical care 24/7, from the convenience of their homes. Physicians use telemedicine to consult with other healthcare