Striving for Diligence in the Quest for the Computerized Provider Order Entry Meaningful Use Requirement

Abstract

We continue to look at the rapidly evolving topic of the meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRs). Last month, we addressed preliminary meaningful use requirements; in this column, we call for a continued, concerted effort from pharmacy personnel to ensure that the health information technologies that we implement to improve patient safety do indeed positively impact the health care provided to our patients.