Epic Systems
Healthcare software for a healthier world.
Overview
Epic Systems Corporation is one of the largest providers of health information technology, primarily known for its comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) software. Used by a majority of top-ranked hospitals in the U.S., Epic's integrated platform supports a wide range of clinical, financial, and patient engagement functions. Its patient portal, MyChart, is a key tool for patient engagement.
✨ Key Features
- EpicCare Ambulatory & Inpatient EMR
- MyChart Patient Portal
- Scheduling and Registration (Cadence & Prelude)
- Billing and Financials (Resolute)
- Specialty Modules (e.g., Beacon for Oncology, Cupid for Cardiology)
- Population Health Management (Healthy Planet)
- Care Everywhere for interoperability
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Single, integrated patient record across all care settings
- High patient adoption of the MyChart portal
- Strong focus on interoperability through Care Everywhere
Unique Value: Provides a single, unified patient story across all points of care, improving care coordination, patient safety, and operational efficiency for large health systems.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing a comprehensive EHR system for large U.S. hospitals and health systems.
- Enabling patients to access health records, schedule appointments, and message providers through the MyChart portal.
- Supporting functions related to healthcare, medical personnel, and insurance through its Chronicles database management system.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small, independent private practices due to high cost and complexity.
- Organizations looking for a lightweight, standalone patient engagement tool without a full EHR replacement.
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to smaller, specialty-specific systems, Epic offers unparalleled breadth, depth, and interoperability for organizations that manage the entire patient journey. However, this comes at a significantly higher cost and complexity.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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