What does the Preference List Composer include?

The Preference List Composer is a crucial tool in EpicCare that allows users to customize and manage preference lists for various clinical workflows. Among its features, the inclusion of medications and procedures is particularly significant because these are foundational elements in patient care and are frequently utilized in the electronic health record (EHR) system. This specific feature enables healthcare providers to quickly access and order commonly used medications and procedures, streamlining the patient care process.

The customization options available within the Preference List Composer not only enhance efficiency but also support clinical decision-making by ensuring that healthcare professionals have their most frequently used treatments readily available. This directly impacts the quality of care as it allows for quicker responses to patient needs and promotes adherence to best practices in medication management and procedural protocols.

Other elements such as appointments and referrals, diagnoses and reason for visit, or tests and diagnoses, while important, do not specifically exemplify the primary focus of the Preference List Composer, which is centered around medication and procedural management in the context of clinical documentation and order entry.