The Influence of the Degree of Rurality on EMR Adoption, by Physician Specialty

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Study examining the adoption of electronic medical record (EMR) technology based on degree of rurality using Rural-Urban Continuum Codes. Analyzes 2012 data from over 270,000 physician practices on rates of EMR technology adoption and provider specializations. Presents data based on average daily patient volume and type of provider, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Brian E. Whitacre

Health Services Research, 52(2), 616-633

04/2017

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Health information technology · Nurse practitioners and other advanced practice registered nurses · Physician assistants · Physicians · Primary care · Rural-urban differences · Specialty care · Statistics and data