Technical Problems At Partners HealthCare Hospitals Delaying Some Procedures

BOSTON (CBS) – Partners Healthcare says it has resolved technical issues that have delayed some procedures for patients at Boston-area hospitals, including Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital.

(1/2) This morning we experienced technical issues with some clinical and administrative information systems, including Partners eCare. Our hospitals have procedures in place to deal with circumstances like this to ensure safe patient care.
— Mass General Brigham (@MassGenBrigham) February 11, 2019

Partners spokesman Rich Copp confirmed to WBZ-TV Monday that there was a system-wide issue with clinical and administrative information. He said some non-urgent procedures may be delayed but it's not impacting emergency medical care.

A list of Partners affiliates can be found here.

Partners is encouraging patients to check with their doctor's office for possible delays to the procedures or appointments.

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