What is a clinical reminder and how is it used in Epic ASAP?

What is a clinical reminder and how is it used in Epic ASAP?

• A. A proactive prompt based on patient data to take evidence-based actions or screenings.
• B. A mandatory daily task for clinicians.
• C. A note template used for patient education.
• D. A system that alerts billing for charges.

Answer: (A)

Clinical reminders are proactive prompts that appear in a patient's chart to nudge you to take evidence-based actions or screenings based on current patient data, such as age, diagnoses, medications, lab results, allergies, and immunization status. In Epic ASAP, these reminders are built as decision-support rules and show up at the point of care during an encounter, guiding you to order tests, schedule preventive services, update vaccines, or address care gaps when the criteria are met. They’re actionable prompts—you can complete the recommended action, document a reason for dismissal, or defer if appropriate. This system helps standardize care and reduce missed opportunities by aligning practice with guidelines as you review a patient’s information.

Clinical reminders are proactive prompts that appear in a patient's chart to nudge you to take evidence-based actions or screenings based on current patient data, such as age, diagnoses, medications, lab results, allergies, and immunization status. In Epic ASAP, these reminders are built as decision-support rules and show up at the point of care during an encounter, guiding you to order tests, schedule preventive services, update vaccines, or address care gaps when the criteria are met. They’re actionable prompts—you can complete the recommended action, document a reason for dismissal, or defer if appropriate. This system helps standardize care and reduce missed opportunities by aligning practice with guidelines as you review a patient’s information.