Challenges of EHR "Meaningful Use" in Rural Health Centers

View Resource

Describes a South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control quality improvement initiative to reduce health disparities for people with hypertension and high blood cholesterol in rural areas. Discusses the extent to which rural health centers were able to disaggregate data and report quality measures using electronic health records (EHRs). Highlights barriers to engaging in meaningful use, including rurality, staffing, and financial challenges.

Courtney Brightharp, Kristian Myers, Jennifer Mandelbaum

Journal of Public Health Management and Practice, 30, S127-S129

2024

Document

Federally Qualified Health Centers · Health information technology · Healthcare business and finance · Healthcare quality · South Carolina