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Personal Health Record (PHR)

Date of Publication:

10/23/2018

Definition:

A PHR is an electronic application that people use to maintain and manage their health information in a secure and confidential environment. PHRs:

  • Can include data from a variety of sources
  • Remain separate from, and do not replace, the legal (electronic) medical record
  • Can help people collect, store, and monitor their health information

Source of Definition:

Personal Health Records and Patient Controlled Data

Last Updated: May 16, 2023
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