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Are Copy/Paste Functions Used in EHR Documentation Prohibited?

CPF, also called copy functionality, copy and paste, cloning, and carry/copy forward, involves selecting (copying) and reproducing (pasting) all or part of a previous note in the EHR to a new entry, then making any necessary modifications to ensure accuracy and relevance. Some organizations may restrict the use of CPF in the EHR intending to mitigate a perceived risk associated with it (e.g., inadvertent use of information which may no longer be accurate or potentiation of information that never was accurate). Thus, there exists confusion whether the use of CPF is permitted. To earn full credit for this activity, you must review all accompanying resources, which have been curated to support your learning of the subject matter.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 0.25 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 0.25 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 0.25 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 0.25 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 0.25 pointsABOHNS — Self-AssessmentUp to 0.25 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Pricing

Free

Reported to ACCME by the provider

  • Journal-based
  • Credit · Up to 0.25 credits
  • MOC · Up to 0.25 points
  • Released
    Nov 4, 2025
  • Last day to claim credit
    Nov 5, 2027 1 year left