Practice-Based Research Network Use of Technology-Based Patient Engagement Strategies in the Past 5 Years
| Strategy (n = 39) | PBRNs, n (%) |
|---|---|
| Web-based risk assessments or decision aids | 20 (37.0) |
| Waiting room kiosk computers/tablets for risk assessments or decision aids | 13 (24.1) |
| Smartphones/personal tablet computer applications for risk assessments or decision aids | 13 (24.1) |
| 13 (24.1) | |
| Electronic transmission of vital signs or clinical data (eg, blood pressure, weight, blood glucose) | 10 (18.5) |
| Texting to patients (eg, reminders, educational materials) | 9 (16.7) |
| EMR portal-based risk assessments or decision aids | 7 (13.0) |
| Patient visits remotely with primary care physicians using audio/video | 4 (7.4) |
| Texting from patients (transmission of vital signs or clinical data) | 4 (7.4) |
Results are based on responses from 39 of 54 PBRN directors reporting use of technology-based patient engagement strategies. PBRN directors identified all strategies used in the past 5 years.
EMR, electronic medical record; PBRN, practice-based research network.