What documentation is required to verify that a physician reviewed a report in the EHR?

The requirement for a physician's review of a report in the electronic health record (EHR) is met by the physician's electronic signature. This electronic signature serves as a formal acknowledgment that the physician has reviewed the report, affirming their approval and engagement with the content. It creates a clear and verifiable record within the EHR that can be referenced later, ensuring both accountability and accuracy in patient care documentation.

In contrast, while patient medical history, a printed copy of the report, and billing codes may play important roles in a patient's overall medical record or billing process, they do not specifically serve the purpose of verifying a physician's review of a report. The other options do not provide the clear confirmation that the physician has engaged with the report as an electronic signature does, which is why the electronic signature is the appropriate documentation in this context.