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In the world of health care technology, new systems and software are constantly being developed to help improve outcomes for patients while also reducing cost. A current area of attention has been the adoption and use of Computerized Physician Order Entry(CPOE), Electronic Medical Records(EMR)and Electronic Prescribings (E-prescribings) that have all reduced errors when prescribing medication or treatments, as well improved communication among providers.

Health Information Exchanges also allow the secure exchange of information electronically between organizations. They facilitate better care coordination across locations and enable greater sharing by providers. Personal Health Records, or PHRs, empower people by allowing them to access their medical records on the internet. This allows individuals to manage their health better.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 saw a huge increase in the support given to healthcare IT initiatives. This allowed eligible hospitals and organizations to get incentive payments for adopting EHRs. It also encouraged health centers across the nation to upgrade their systems, which led to substantial improvements in the patient’s care.