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7 signs that your practice needs a new EHR

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From sluggish systems to frustrated staff, these red flags could mean it's time to upgrade your practice's electronic health record system.

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Electronic health records (EHRs) are the backbone of clinical operations in most medical practices. But when they start to drag down efficiency, frustrate users or get in the way of good patient care, it's time to take a hard look at whether your current system is still serving you. With consolidation, regulatory shifts and new tech demands on the rise, many practices are findings that their legacy systems are no longer up to the task.

Choosing an EHR is a massive investment, and many physicians feel stuck with legacy systems due to sunk costs or change fatigue — but clinging to outdated platforms can drain time, revenue and energy from your practice.

If you recognize one or more of these warning signs, it may be time to consider an upgrade. A modern EHR should enable your team to deliver better care more efficiently — not get in the way of it.

Before renewing a contract or delaying another year, take a hard look at whether your current system still meets your clinical and business needs in 2025. Here are seven things to look for.

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