Interpreting Test Results for Patient Access to Electronic Health Information
Dec 7, 2023
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Exploring patient access to medical information through portals and apps, discussing personal experiences, three new studies on patient access, revitalizing healthcare for underserved communities, improving patient understanding and engagement, and acquisitions in the healthcare industry.
Patient access to electronic health information is increasing, with 73% having access in 2022 compared to 59% in 2020.
Disparities exist in patient access to medical records, with white patients experiencing higher levels than black and Hispanic patients, pointing to the need for improved accessibility in underserved communities.
Deep dives
Patient Access to Medical Information
The podcast discusses the growing trend of patient access to their own medical information through patient portals or digital health apps. According to recent studies, more patients are being offered online access to their medical records, with 73% having access in 2022 compared to 59% in 2020. Additionally, 57% of patients accessed their medical records through portals in 2022, up from 38% in 2020. However, disparities were identified, with white patients experiencing higher levels of access compared to black and Hispanic patients.
Improving Electronic Access for All Patients
The podcast discusses the need to improve electronic access to health information for all patients. The increase in patient access to medical records is seen as a positive development, indicating a shift towards a true digital economy in healthcare. However, challenges remain, particularly in lower-income and less educated communities. The podcast suggests redirecting resources towards building state-of-the-art community health networks and hiring healthcare professionals from within those communities. The goal is to provide more accessible and tailored solutions to engage customers and improve population health.
Challenges and Opportunities in Sharing Health Information
The podcast explores challenges in sharing health information with patients and highlights the importance of usability and consumer-oriented approaches. It acknowledges that access to medical records and clinical notes can be complex for patients to interpret. It emphasizes the need for user-friendly platforms and tools that break down medical jargon and provide understandable information to patients. The podcast also discusses the potential of using gen AI (artificial intelligence) to create more accessible and consumer-friendly health information. It calls for greater focus on outcomes and utilizing technology to drive better population health for all communities.
Three new studies are out on patients' electronic access to their own medical records through portals and apps. On today’s podcast, David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson interpret the results and add their own opinions on “Interpreting Test Results for Patient Access to Electronic Health Information,” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast moderated by David Burda.
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