EMR And Cloud Computing
Growing trend of cloud computing reaches into the EMR (electronic medical record) but what does it mean? Cloud computing is internet based and allows all users to use the same software that is dynamically scalable.
Cloud computing improves agility and reduces capital expenditure cost. By using a web browser the users are not limited to device or even location to access the systems. Improved continuity of business and enhanced disaster recovery is obtained by use of multiple redundant sites. Security is often better than other more traditional systems as more time can be allocated to security issues with other cost savings.
The discussions regarding concern of cloud computing for healthcare has been one based upon security. There has been a fairly significant number of successful companies that are proof of the security with cloud computing.
Some of the major players of EMR systems offer practice management systems over the internet or private networks. The internet provided service has made it possible even for small practices with very little IT resources to have a practice management and EMR systems that may not have been available to them because of resources and money.
Cloud based services are a proved service for many facets of health care .
Cloud computing can provide the following:
• Quick activation of EMR
• Fast build of a HIE (Health information exchange)
• Extension and expansion of data center
• Allows providers to return their focus to delivering superior quality care
Cloud Computing supports the PHR (Personal Health Record) by facilitating integration of ambulatory care and acute care.
The use of encryption and other standard security methods make it a secure method of sharing data.
Cloud computing opens the way for hosting solutions that incorporates EMR disaster recovery without significant capital costs and complex resources operationally.
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