2022 is almost wrapping up, and it has been another important year in US healthcare. Many healthcare organizations have learned lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, and are responding proactively. In 2022,  Telemedicine EMR Software solutions continued to be a part of remote care options for patients. It has been effective to offer prompt diagnosis and treatment, improving access to care. Hospitals also embraced innovative technology solutions to streamline workflows to make way for efficiency and offer targeted data insights.

All through 2022, experts at EMRSystems tracked these changes, focusing on the trends that will likely continue in the upcoming year, making an impact on the healthcare ecosystem.

5 key insights from 2022

  1. The telehealth platform offers convenience – Telehealth use increased sharply throughout the pandemic. Healthcare providers and patients are relying on telemedicine because of its convenience throughout the continuum of care. Telemedicine sessions have been especially fruitful for patients managing chronic conditions and patients with different mental health conditions. Telehealth has also managed to expand care access for patients to primary and preventive care.
  2. Turning data into insights can revolutionize healthcare – Turning data into insights can be used to improve patient outcome levels. The real–world data (RWD) is derived from different sources such as EHR Software, wearable devices, and applications on smartphones. Just having access to data cannot reveal its true value. Through technology and skills, this data can be turned into insights that can support decision-making. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning technology can be used to turn unstructured data into actionable insights. Roughly 80%of data that is collected in healthcare organizations is unstructured according to studies. AI can play a vital role in unlocking the potential of this data to be used by healthcare professionals.
  3. Putting a break to the burnout cycle – Physician burnout is a major issue in US healthcare that can impede the care process. To break the burnout cycle, organizations are resorting to outsourcing to reduce staff demands and free them up so they can focus on patient care. Healthcare organizations are also outsourcing RCM to effectively handle claims resolutions and authorization management.
  4. Reducing electronic health records documentation time – An increase in documentation time is also a driving factor that can result in burnout. Strategies like increased delegation, and the optimal use of EMR-related tools like training and accelerators can streamline the documentation process.
  5. IT experts on strategic innovation – Experts have shared their insights on strategic innovation to revolutionize healthcare delivery. Artificial Intelligence, new apps, and true interoperability have the potential to transform the patient-provider relationship. Machine Learning can curtain pain points in healthcare.

By knowing these insights, all stakeholders involved in the healthcare sector can stay updated about the latest developments in the healthcare market, to better start 2023 by impacting people’s lives positively.