Electronic Medical Record Reminders and Panel Management to Improve Primary Care of Elderly Patients

Electronic Medical Record Reminders and Panel Management to Improve Primary Care of Elderly Patients

The investigators conducted a controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of electronic medical record (EMR) reminders, with or without a panel manager, on completion of health care proxy, osteoporosis screening, and influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations for patients age 65 or older. The investigators hypothesized that EMR reminders would improve adherence to practice guidelines and that benefits would be enhanced with the support of a panel manager.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All practicing faculty primary care physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center General Medicine & primary care ambulatory clinic

Exclusion Criteria: