What does the ED Summary provide access to?

The ED Summary provides a comprehensive overview of the patient's experience while in the Emergency Department (ED). This includes detailed documentation of all events, assessments, interventions, and outcomes related to the patient's visit. By summarizing everything that happened during the visit, healthcare providers can quickly reference crucial information, which aids in continuity of care, facilitates communication between different departments, and enhances treatment planning.

This holistic view is essential for understanding the patient's condition, decisions made during the visit, and any follow-up care that may be required. It ensures that all relevant data is easily accessible to clinicians reviewing the patient’s chart, whether for subsequent care or for analysis of the episode of care.