WESTBOROUGH, Mass. — eClinicalWorks announced production support for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ “Kill the Clipboard” initiative, advancing its commitment to interoperability and paperless patient intake across clinical workflows.
The company said the new capability enables patients to digitally share their health information with providers, reducing reliance on paper forms and improving data accuracy at the point of care. The move aligns with broader federal efforts to promote interoperability and more seamless data exchange across the healthcare system.
Under the initiative, patients use an application to access their health records by verifying their identity. The system aggregates data from available sources and generates a smart health QR code. Providers can then scan the code using eClinicalMobile, allowing patient records to be imported directly into the eClinicalWorks platform during clinical visits.
“It’s an amazing new capability and very simple to use. It’s a major time-saver for patients and providers, helping minimize any incomplete or incorrect medical information,” said Dr. Bradley Block, M.D., FAAFP, of Block and Nation Family Medicine. “It’s going to be helpful for every aspect of seeing new patients. We’re now receiving the most accurate and complete medical information on new patients, directly provided by the patient, so we can provide the most optimal care to meet their individual needs.”
eClinicalWorks said its infrastructure, including participation in Qualified Health Information Networks under the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement, supports its ability to scale interoperability solutions across ambulatory care settings.
“Healthcare records should move with the patient — not remain siloed within individual organizations,” said Girish Navani, CEO and cofounder of eClinicalWorks. “Through interoperability, we are supporting providers and patients at the point where most care is delivered, in ambulatory settings, and with production support for Kill the Clipboard technology, we are delivering on broader goals for a connected health tech ecosystem.”
The company said improved data exchange can help providers reduce duplicate testing, enhance referral coordination, strengthen medication reconciliation, and support better clinical decision-making. For patients, the system is designed to reduce administrative burden, eliminate repetitive paperwork, and provide greater transparency into their healthcare information.
