Inovalon- VigiLanz - Hospital Guide - Electronic Trigger Tools

Patient safety in the U.S. continues to face significant challenges, despite advancements in healthcare. Adverse events and medical errors remain prevalent, with only 10-20% of safety incidents reported due to barriers such as fear of consequences or confusion. Electronic trigger tools are transforming event reporting by automatically detecting safety events from electronic health records (EHRs), improving accuracy and capturing incidents that might otherwise be overlooked.

CHRISTUS Health’s successful implementation of VigiLanz clinical surveillance highlights the effectiveness of these tools, leading to a 400% increase in adverse drug reaction (ADR) reports. These systems streamline the reporting process, enable near real-time analysis, and support proactive safety interventions. With features like auto-population of event forms and advanced analytics, healthcare organizations can foster a strong safety culture, reduce harm, and improve patient outcomes more efficiently.