What distinguishes a SmartLink from a SmartText in EpicCare?

A SmartLink is specifically designed to pull in dynamic data from other records or fields within EpicCare. This means it can automatically insert real-time information that might change based on the patient's data or other variables, such as lab results, medication lists, or vital signs. By pulling in this dynamic information, SmartLinks enhance the efficiency and accuracy of documentation by ensuring that the most current data is available at the point of care.

In contrast, SmartText typically includes pre-written, static text that you can insert into documentation but does not pull in real-time data. While SmartText allows for greater consistency and efficiency in documentation, it does not provide the same level of dynamic data integration. The ability to edit SmartText after it has been inserted is also a typical feature, allowing clinicians to customize it as needed, whereas SmartLinks function based on the underlying live data and do not offer that same flexibility.