Consumers weigh in on records privacy, automation
Quick View. Dec. 12, 2005.
| Consumers who believe ... |
| Paper records are more secure than electronic records |
66% |
| Records are more secure when stored in an electronic format |
58% |
| Consumers who are willing to share personal health information with ... |
| Doctors they see most often |
98% |
| Other doctors/professionals involved in their care |
92% |
| Health plan |
77% |
| Pharmacies |
53% |
| Employer |
37% |
| Doctors/health professionals not involved in their care |
30% |
| Drug companies |
27% |
| Government agencies |
20% |
| Consumers who agree computerization ... |
| Gives doctors and nurses quicker, easier access to patient information |
93% |
| Increases communication among hospitals, doctors' offices or plans |
88% |
| Reduces the time and cost required to process medical records/claims |
83% |
| Increases unauthorized break-ins to computer/payment systems |
72% |
| Gives pharmacies and drug companies more information for advertising |
64% |
| Reduces errors that could occur in medical treatment |
63% |
About 67% of consumers are concerned about the privacy of medical records, but many also recognize the potential benefits of automation.
A national survey commissioned by the California HealthCare Foundation studied the consumers' views of electronic medical records and more. The survey is based on responses from 2,100 consumers and has a margin of error of plus or minus 3%.
Source: California HealthCare Foundation
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