Original Article

Influence of Structured Encounter Forms on Documentation by Community Pediatricians

Authors: PENNY GRANT MD, HALCYON G. SKINNER MPH, LORA E. FLEMING MD, PhD, MPH, JUDY A. BEAN PhD

Abstract

Background. Age‐specific structured encounter forms for well‐child examinations have been shown to improve thoroughness of documentation among pediatric house staff. This study evaluated the influence of such forms on completeness of documentation by practicing pediatricians.

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