Allergy entry and deletion in the electronic health record

Between 20% and 35% of the US population has 1 or more medication allergy listed in their electronic health record (EHR).1,2 However, prescribers override more than 90% of allergy alerts intended to protect patients from adverse drug events,3 recognizing that many EHR drug allergies are incorrect and/or inconsequential to patient care. The EHR allergy section contains missing reaction details,4 discrepancies with patient interview,5,6 and data entered by health care professionals with limited drug allergy training and knowledge.

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