Does Size Matter? Let’s Talk Note Bloat and Patient Safety

Size does matter, and bigger is definitely not better. United States clinicians write notes that are much longer than our international colleagues’ notes. There are a few common, well-intended explanations for this. But there are very real safety risks associated with note bloat. EMRAM Stage 7 validation is largely about patient safety, as well as supporting clinicians and improving patient satisfaction. Helping clinicians write shorter, more clinically relevant notes works towards achieving all 3 of those goals.