According to QuickSat, in 2015, 64% of physicians had an EHR with the capability to exchange secure messages with patients as well as lower costs. FastStats mentioned that 96% of non-federal acute care hospitals have possession of an EHR in 2015.

According to QuickSat, in 2015, 64% of physicians had an EHR with the capability to exchange secure messages with patients as well as lower costs. FastStats mentioned that 96% of non-federal acute care hospitals have possession of an EHR in 2015. This evolution in healthcare had made some changes in the way of processing patient information. Many believe that the information in an EHR still needs to be reviewed; where some think it is a waste of time to review the quality of documentation of the health records. If you are the office manager, this puts you in a position to determine which course of action to follow.

You are the office manager. Explain to the physicians why the quality, thoroughness, and timeliness of documentation are so important.

Examine information governance and the healthcare professional’s role.

Include the following aspects in the discussion:

Discuss why the quality and thoroughness of the documentation is important

Provide an approach to how you would explain the role of a healthcare professional in this situation.

Using your text and other course resources investigate ways to improve information governance