Healthcare: The electronic patient record would be a good thing - if it would work
The article discusses the challenges and low adoption rates of the electronic patient record (ePA) in Germany, highlighting its potential benefits that are currently unfulfilled due to poor implementation.
The idea behind the electronic patient record (ePA) was to centralize and digitally collect all health data to create a more efficient healthcare system. However, despite being introduced a year ago, the ePA has faced significant challenges in gaining traction among both patients and healthcare providers. Surveys reveal that a staggering 71% of insured individuals have not engaged with the ePA, and a notable 9% have either expressed dissatisfaction or chosen to delete their records. This suggests a troubling lack of confidence in the system, as the minority who do use it report frustrating experiences.