Using Patient Portal Technology to Meet Stage 2 Meaningful Use

In order to meet new Meaningful Use Stage 2 guidelines promoting patient engagement, physicians will need to incorporate patient portal technology which will allow patients to gain access to their health data. Under proposed Stage 2 requirements, for example providers will need to be able to provide patients with clinical visit summaries within three business days. In addition, providers will need to provide access to information such as lab results and medication lists, upon request.

One of the biggest obstacles with patient portal integration will be attracting patients to the online resource. This will depend largely on the site’s ease of use and appearance; therefore, choosing the right patient portal will be key. To read more about using patient portal software to meet Stage 2 Meaningful Use guidelines, click here.

Extracted from Health Technology Review