In today’s world, patient engagement is essential since it has a significant impact on healthcare outcomes and general well-being. Patients are more likely to adhere to treatment programs, medication schedules, and lifestyle changes when they are actively involved in their healthcare. Engaged patients are more likely to be knowledgeable about their health problems, make educated decisions, and interact effectively with healthcare providers with the growth of digital health technologies and access to health information with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software, and Patient Portal solutions.
Patient Engagement Tools from athenahealth EMR Software
A healthcare system that prioritizes individual needs, improves outcomes and lays the groundwork for a healthier society must embrace patient engagement technologies. EHR vendor athenahealth software system offers hospitals robust patient engagement solutions that can establish strong bonds with patients and empower them like never before.
Here are the patient engagement solutions offered by athenahealth EMR Software:
Award-winning Patient Portal Platform
The athenaPatient mobile app provides easy access to care from anywhere. The powerful patient portal app enables patients to securely message care teams, view test results, schedule appointments, offer automated reminder support, and enable patients to complete intake forms before their visit. The patient portal app is intuitive in design and offers biometric authentication and easy login. The athenahealth EMR Software Patient Portal acts as a digital front door and is one of the top 5 portals according to the KLAS report.
athenaTelehealth
As telemedicine grows in popularity, athenahealth’s telehealth capabilities make virtual visits possible, allowing patients to easily consult with their healthcare providers remotely. This facility has helped to increase access to care, allowing patients to receive high-quality and timely care despite geographical barriers.
The athenaTelehealth software system is HIPAA-compliant to ensure the privacy of patient data. It is a full-embedded solution that integrates seamlessly with athenaOne EHR Mobile App helping to streamline the billing process.
Benefits of Engaged Patients
By utilizing athenahealth EMR Software’s patient engagement solutions patient relationships can be strengthened through enhanced experiences. When patients are empowered and can take control over their health the following benefits can be reaped:
- Enhanced health outcomes
- Proactive health behaviors can improve preventive care
- Better communication with healthcare providers
- Increased treatment adherence
- Improved chronic disease management
- Patient participation in informed decision-making
- Reduction in healthcare costs
- Collaborative care approach
