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OpenEMR

OpenEMR
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Language

PHP

Tool Type

Desktop app

License

GNU General Public License version 3

Version

7.0.1.1

About the tool Responsible

OpenEMR

OpenEMR
What is it?

OpenEMR is a comprehensive platform for medical practice management and electronic health records management. It stands out for its wide acceptance and functionality, offering an effective solution for the management of clinical and administrative information in medical environments. The purpose of OpenEMR is to offer a robust and reliable option for health data management, supported by an active community of volunteers and collaborators. This commitment ensures its permanence as an accessible and collaborative solution for the medical sector, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and continuous support.

What problems does it solve?

OpenEMR solves the need for effective medical practice management and electronic health records by providing a widely accepted and functional platform. Its purpose is to offer a robust and reliable solution to manage health data, with the support of an active community that guarantees its accessibility and collaboration in the medical sector.

How does the tool work?

**Comprehensive Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Management**: Centralized storage and easy retrieval of patient records. Efficient management of appointments, prescriptions, and billing. **Healthcare Data Compliance and Security**: Adheres to health information regulations like HIPAA. Implements robust security measures to protect sensitive patient data. **Interoperability with Healthcare Systems**: Supports FHIR for standardized healthcare data exchange. Offers RESTful API integrations for seamless communication with other systems. **User-Friendly Interface**: Intuitive and easy-to-navigate interface for medical professionals. Customizable modules to cater to various healthcare workflows. **Scalable Database Management**: Utilizes SQL databases for efficient data handling and scalability. **Advanced Reporting and Analytics**: Generates detailed reports for better patient care management and decision-making. Offers analytics for tracking healthcare trends and outcomes. **Automated Testing and Quality Assurance**: Includes PHPUnit and Jest frameworks to ensure software reliability and performance. **Containerized Deployment with Docker**: Facilitates easy and consistent deployment across various environments. **Multi-Site Support**: Capable of handling multiple facilities or locations within a single system. **Comprehensive Documentation and Support**: Extensive documentation for easy setup, customization, and use. Community support for troubleshooting and enhancements.

Open standards

Built with PHP and JavaScript, it facilitates both backend and frontend development. Manages databases using SQL for efficient storage. Complies with the FHIR standard, promoting interoperability in healthcare data exchange. Integrates REST APIs for seamless system communication. Utilizes Docker for containerization, ensuring agile and consistent deployment. Incorporates automated testing frameworks like PHPUnit and Jest. Provides comprehensive documentation for setup and use. Supports managing multiple sites within a single instance

Sector
Health
Functionality
Resource management
Sustainable development goals
Good health and well-being
Certifications
Digital Public Good
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OpenOMR Support Page OpenOMR Support Page

OpenEMR donation screen. Text: "Support OpenEMR, Give Today. Donations fund 2015 ONC Certification, API and FHIR!" Buttons: "Give Now", "Try Now", "Find Support", and "Download for Free".

OpenEMR Promotion Page OpenEMR Promotion Page

This image is a webpage screenshot promoting OpenEMR, highlighting its fully open-source, free electronic health records and medical practice management software, which is ONC 2015 Cures Update Certified.

Patient Information in OpenEMR Patient Information in OpenEMR

This image shows a user interface of the OpenEMR system, displaying a patient's demographic and insurance information within the electronic health records platform.

OpenEMR Official Site

Electronic medical records and medical practice management.

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Registry of Digital Public Assets (DPGA)

Official list of open source tools endorsed by the Digital Public Goods Alliance. This tool is part of this registry.

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Digital Public Goods Alliance: an opportunity to drive development

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