Dermatologists Find EHR Systems Expensive, Difficult to Implement

Dr. Eastern recommended a hosted ASP service for a dermatologist just starting out in practice. Eventually, that dermatologist can move to an in-house system "if that becomes necessary or advantageous." But dermatologists in the midst of their careers might want to think twice about taking the plunge, he said. "For someone mid-career, I suggest holding out with paper, with the hope of retiring before EHR becomes mandatory."

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