Web-based patient portal access in an orthopedic adult reconstruction patient population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We surveyed patients in an adult reconstruction practice as to their use of the Web-based portal provided by our electronic health record, seeking to reveal patterns of use and helpfulness.

Methods

A total of 150 completed surveys were received. The survey queried demographics, the number of clinic visits, Internet access, portal activation, portal use frequency, and portal information questions and how patients answered them. Helpfulness was rated from 1 (not helpful) to 5 (very helpful). Statistical analysis included bivariate analysis and logistic regression, with odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) reported.

Results

The mean age was 67.6 years. Most were females (n = 97, 65.1%). Most (68.7%) patients used the portal. Younger age (OR, 0.94;

SUBMITTER: Kolodychuk NL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6470345 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature