Computer-Based Patient Records: Better Planning and Oversight by VA, DOD, and IHSWould Enhance Health Data Sharing

摘要

In 1998, the Government Computer-Based Patient Record (GCPR) project wasinitiated by VA, DOD, and IHS, which was included in the effort because of its population-based research expertise and its long-standing relationship with VA. Early project documents stated that, when completed, GCPR would allow health care professionals to share clinical information via a comprehensive, lifelong medical record. Given the inherent complexity of such an undertaking and the value of achieving this capability, the Congress directed the General Accounting Office(GAO) to report on the status of the GCPR effort. Specifically, the report seeks to: (1) describe GCPRs time frames, costs, and expected benefits; (2) determine whether barriers to the progress of the project exist; and (3) if barriers exist, describe agency actions to address them.