# Electronic Signature (overview)

Most orders or documents, such as progress notes, reports, or health summaries, require an electronic signature. Generally, orders that require a signature are not released to services or activated until they are signed.

Note: There are two exceptions to this rule: 1) orders that can be designated as "signed on chart" and 2) generic orders that do not require a signature.

To electronically sign an order or a document, you must have an electronic signature code. If the you do not have a signature code, your Clinical Coordinator can assist you. As with any password or code that gives access or permission to perform a task, users must keep their signature codes secret and use it properly to help keep an accurate medical record

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Electronic and Digital Signatures (Overv iew)

Digital Signature: PKI Overview

Review / Sign Changes Dialog

Sign Selected Orders Command

Sign Note Now and Sign Discharge Summary Now Commands

Add to Signature List

Viewing Unsigned Notes or Discharge Summaries

Iden tify Additional Signers