The EMR record can be locked, which means no further writing to the data fields is allowed. Once a record is locked, only authorized users can unlock the EMR record. Each time the EMR record is modified after it has been locked, the system will request from the user a reason for unlocking the record which will be recorded for audit purposes and will re-lock it automatically when the user exits the EMR record.
The form also provides for the Provider to date and sign the exam confirming that the exam is complete; at that point the exam status is changed to 'Done' in the EMR Manager grid. If you have a peer-review system the reviewing physician can also record his/her review of the file.
To activate the EMR lock feature you must place a check mark in the EMR system settings - Other settings. The countdown to lock is triggered by the provider selecting the "Exam Ended" button in the exam screen
