When the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology began formalizing the modern framework for electronic health records, the vision was both practical and hopeful: make patient information more accessible, more connected, and ultimately more useful in delivering care.

Chronic conditions don’t disappear when a patient leaves the exam room. Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) helps healthcare practices extend care beyond office visits by supporting medication adherence, appointment follow-ups, and continuous patient engagement. Through structured outreach and coordinated care, practices can close gaps in care, improve chronic disease management, and reduce avoidable hospitalizations.