Discuss strategies that can be used to promote patient use of PHR/patient portal

In your discussion this week address the following topics:

1. PGHD are a valuable source of health information to optimize care delivery for a patient as well as evolve healthcare decision-making for the public good. Discuss strategies that can be used to promote patient use of PHR/patient portal
2. Debate whether or not patients should be able to control the information in their EHR and have the sole right to decide who can access their data.

SOLUTION

There are several strategies that can be used to promote patient use of personal health records (PHRs) or patient portals:

1. Education and outreach: Patients need to understand the benefits of using a PHR or patient portal, such as being able to view their health information, communicate with their healthcare providers, and manage their health.
2. Simplicity and ease of use: The PHR or patient portal should be user-friendly and easy to navigate.
3. Integration with existing systems: The PHR or patient portal should be integrated with existing systems, such as electronic health records (EHRs), to ensure that the patient’s information is up-to-date and accurate.
4. Secure and private: Patients need to trust that their information is secure and private when using a PHR or patient portal.
5. Incentives: Patients may be more likely to use a PHR or patient portal if they are offered incentives, such as discounts on co-pays or gift cards.