SmartPhrases in EPIC are best described as what?

• A. A library of predefined patient education resources
• B. A tool for real-time chart editing
• C. A feature for billing code automation
• D. A set of predefined phrases to speed documentation

Answer: (D)

SmartPhrases in EPIC are a set of predefined phrases that speed documentation by letting you insert templated, standardized language into notes. They act as quick-expansion tools: type a short trigger or select from a list, and it expands into longer text, often pulling in patient data automatically (like date or basic demographics). This saves time on repetitive wording and helps keep notes consistent across encounters. They’re not meant for real-time chart editing, nor for managing patient education resources or billing code automation, which are separate features.