EHR implementation without meaningful use can lead to worse outcomes.
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چکیده
Defying expectations, typical electronic health record (EHR) use in practices belonging to a primary care network has been associated with poorer diabetes care quality and outcomes. Current expansion of primary care EHR implementation must focus on use that improves care.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- American family physician
دوره 84 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011