Patient demographic information is imported directly into the eMedRec chart system via HL7 or other import method, from the practice management software, without User input. A patient may be added or changed via the Patient Screen, if required.
Open eMedRec and have no patient chart open.
Click Tools – Patient.
Selecting Add/Edit will bring up the Patient Add/Edit form. Please note that fields marked with
an asterisk (*) must be filled in, along with the SSN.
If you select Add/Edit while in a Patient Chart the information for the Patient may be updated.
Meaningful Use Core objectives include populating the Race, Ethnicity, Preferred Language, Gender, and DOB.
These items may all be updated in this screen - then click Save.
Selecting List will bring up the Patient Administration/Patient Demographic list.
To Add an item, click on the [+] sign and a space will be created for entering the item details.
To Delete an item, select the item by clicking to the left of the item. Then click the [-] sign.
You will be asked to confirm the deletion.
To Edit an item, click on the field and type in the changes.
When finished, click Save.
