Mission Statement

The Massachusetts eHealth Collaborative was formed in 2004 as an initiative of the
physician community to bring together the state's major health care stakeholders
for the purpose of establishing an EHR system that would enhance the quality,
efficiency and safety of care in Massachusetts. The value of electronic health records
is widely acknowledged, but the significant capital and time required to implement such
a system are frequently cited as significant barriers to adoption. It has been estimated
that universal statewide adoption of EHRs would cost approximately $500 million. The Collaborative
is fortunate to have $50 million commitment from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
to fund its demonstration project phase. By pooling the resources, talent, and experience
of its 34 member organizations and participating pilot communities, the Collaborative
hopes to achieve a major leap forward in realizing its visions of better care for the
citizens of the Commonwealth.