This document includes common issues encountered during implementation. Knowing the issues and possible solutions early in the process can ensure a smoother implementation.

The task of transitioning from paper-based records to electronic records is a major transformational effort that impacts just about every member of a clinical organization. Organizations preparing for the selection and implementation of an EHR must take time and effort to evaluate their readiness to successfully undertake this type of project.

The purpose of this document is to help an organization consider and prioritize needs and expectations for an EHR system and choose the best option.

While sorting through many different EHR systems and features, this worksheet will help practices and their care teams refer to the goals they agree are the top priorities.

Use this tool to document current and planned functional requirements for an EHR. Typical requirements are provided as an example; tailor this worksheet as needed to meet your practice's needs.

The purpose of this document is to provide a framework for assigning roles and responsibilities for your EHR implementation.

The purpose of this document is to describe the critical roles that must be filled by key members of the EHR project team and to provide a general estimate of the required time commitments.

The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of what a clinic might need to start planning for hardware needed to support the electronic health record (EHR). Choice of EHR software directly affects decisions regarding hardware choices.

This downloadable tool will help you think through and plan for changes to your workflow when adopting an EHR, and is meant to guide your workflow analysis. It includes processes that are common to most primary care offices, but it may not include all the processes of a particular office.

This guide gives you tips for evaluating EHR Vendors throughout the process.