Black History Month is a time to pause and reflect on the stories of Black Americans. Stories of profound injustice and also those of historic achievement. As members of the behavioral healthcare community, it’s also a time to acknowledge that there is still much work to do in the movement toward racial justice and equality.
We know that mental illness affects one in four Americans. However, experts point out that many Black Americans do not have access to proper support or treatment.
The capability to collect data on race, ethnicity, and language preference is a required part of the Meaningful Use requirements for Electronic Health Records (EHR). This data serves as a foundation for actions that reduce health inequities.
EnSoftek’s DrCloudEHR solution enables providers to collect this information and provide targeted care for particular individuals and populations, helping to reduce disparities in treatment options for Black Americans.
Learn more about Black History MonthEnSoftek, Inc., creator of DrCloudEHR, is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). We believe that together it’s possible to write new stories of racial justice and equity.
