THE VALUE AND USES OF PATIENT RECORDS

The Value And Uses Of Patient Records



The Value And Uses Of Patient Records

Introduction

Uses of patient records include fostering continuity of care? supporting diagnosis and choice of therapy? assessing and managing health risks? documenting the services provided? maintaining accurate medical histories? billing and verifying payment? documenting professionals' experience? teaching students? preparing conferences and presentations? conducting research? formulating practice guidelines? and providing data to support utilization review? quality assurance? accreditation? and licensure. Patient information can also be divided into primary records utilized by professionals whereas offering health care services or secondary records imitative from primary records ...