Physician Adoption of Electronic Health Record Systems: United States, 2011

This report examines the CDC's survey results on physicians' pattern and use of electronic health records from 2011.  The study notes that 55% of all physicians report having some sort of electronic health record system, with a majority of those physicians reporting satisfaction with their EHR systems.  The study also notes that most physicians using EHR systems also reported improvements in care due to the electronic system.  Finally, the study reflects on the types of systems physicians have in place, with 77% of physicians using systems that meet the CMS' definition of "meaningful use."

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