Epic Systems
Epic Systems
Epic Systems (pronounced: /ˈepɪk ˈsɪstəmz/) is a privately held healthcare software company. Based in Verona, Wisconsin, Epic Systems develops applications for medical records, hospital management, and other related functions.
Etymology
The name "Epic" is derived from the Latin word "epicus," which means grand or heroic. The company was founded with the vision of creating grand, heroic systems that would revolutionize healthcare.
History
Epic Systems was founded in 1979 by Judith Faulkner. Initially, the company focused on developing software for laboratory information management. Over the years, it has expanded its product line to include a wide range of healthcare applications.
Products
Epic Systems offers a variety of software applications for healthcare providers. These include:
- EpicCare: An electronic health record (EHR) system that integrates medical billing, scheduling, and clinical workflows.
- MyChart: A patient portal that allows patients to access their medical records, schedule appointments, and communicate with their healthcare providers.
- Beacon: An oncology management system that provides tools for managing the care of cancer patients.
- Cadence: A scheduling system for outpatient appointments.
Related Terms
- Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Healthcare Information Technology (HIT)
- Medical Billing
- Patient Portal
- Oncology Management System
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epic Systems
- Wikipedia's article - Epic Systems
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