Electronic Signature (eSignature)
An Electronic Signature (eSignature) is a legally recognized digital signature used to authenticate physician orders, visit notes, plans of care
Definition
An Electronic Signature (eSignature) is a legally recognized digital signature used to authenticate physician orders, visit notes, plans of care
Why it matters
Electronic Signature (eSignature) is part of the EMR & Software vocabulary used across home health operations, documentation, and revenue cycle. Understanding it helps clinicians, QA leads, and administrators stay aligned on care quality and compliance.
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