What Really Happens To Your Medical Records?

WHAT REALLY HAPPENS TO YOUR MEDICAL RECORDS? OK, READY FOR A SHOCKING FACT? 50% of the medical data your Primary Care Physician sends to your specialist simply GETS LOST on the way. Just like that. YOUR DOCTOR THE SPECIALIST WAIT, THINK THAT'S SHOCKING? 25% of the specialists' critical opinions DON'T EVEN GET BACK to your Primary Care Physician. XXXI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX) THERE'S MORE! Your Hospital discharge letters are WRONG about.. Other 1% YOUR NAME 17% YOUR AGE 48% YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY! THINK IT'S THE DOCTORS' PROBLEM? Where's that specialist report? olapiiaioslolapie 92% OF THE DOCTORS who don't get reports back from the specialist thinks it's a problem LIMITING their ability to provide high quality care. Doctors that have your medical history will communicate with a specialist in 14% more of the cases. HEY, PATIENTS: THAT'S YOUR PROBLEM! YOU! On your first visit to your Primary Care Physician after hospitalization, 75% of the medical information comes from you, the patient. Help your doctor give you the best care: Take control over your medical records! Hello Doctor. http://get.hello.do SOURCE: JAMA The Journal of the Download on the App Store American Medical Association Illustrations by mikimottes.com