Table 3.
Theme and Subtheme | Number of Comments | Percentage of Total Sample |
---|---|---|
1. “Improve format/layout of document” | 11 | 4.5% |
2. “Enhance healthcare communications” | 47 | 19.2% |
Use less medical terminology | 19 | |
Provide only key information | 18 | |
Have provider review document with patient | 10 | |
3. “Resolve discrepancies/omitted information” | 61 | 24.9% |
Allergies section | 10 | |
Medication list | 16 | |
Problem list | 21 | |
Provide specific instructions/“to do” list | 14 | |
4. “Provide document in electronic form” | 8 | 3.3% |
5. No suggestions or opinions offered | 118 | 48.2% |
TOTAL | 245 |