Vamping up HIT safety: 4 points

Many healthcare providers are unprepared to “recognize, analyze and learn” from patient safety issues within the intricacies of health information technology, according to HealthLeaders Media. Researchers discussed the industry’s transition to HIT at the annual Academy Health meeting in Boston.

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Here are four points:

1. HIT issues have led to erroneous prescriptions and delayed diagnoses, according to researchers at the meeting.

2. Electronic health records cause havoc if providers enter incorrect information.

3. Additionally, the lack of technology interoperability hurts patient continuity of care.

4. Still, the National Quality Forum representatives noted HIT safety is not well-documented, so there are no hard conclusions.

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