Patient-Reported Experiences With Viewing and Understanding Test Results in Patient Portals: Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis
A cross-sectional survey of US adults reveals that 70% of patients now view their test results via online portals, often before consulting with their healthcare provider. The study highlights a significant gap in patient communication, as only a minority of patients are given the option to choose how they receive these results.
Why it matters
This shift in information access, driven by the 21st Century Cures Act, necessitates better patient-provider communication strategies to ensure patients understand their medical data.
1 Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 330 C St SW, Washington, DC, United States
The article reports on academic survey findings without political or subjective framing.
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