Epic HAIKU Frequently Asked Questions
What is HAIKU?
HAIKU is a handheld application designed by Epic Systems Corporation for use with the Apple iPhone®,
iPod touch®, or iPad and Android smartphones. Android tablets are not supported.
HAIKU provides convenient access to the Epic Electronic Medical Record using these devices.
What Functionality is Available in HAIKU?
HAIKU functionality is centered on physician workflows and functionality. In general HAIKU functionality
includes the following:
Point of care access to patient information, including chart review, notes, and results
Physician schedules, including surgical schedules
Documentation of Progress Notes, H and P notes, and Letters
Capture of clinical images and association with the patient
Co-signing of orders
Inbasket Management, including releasing results to MyChart
For more detailed information on functionality, refer to the HAIKU Physician Quick Start Guide.
How is HAIKU installed on the Mobile Device?
HAIKU is downloaded and installed from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, and is free of charge.
HAIKU then requires configuration on the mobile device.
To complete the configuration and link the mobile device to the Epic user, the Epic-generated Device ID
is collected and linked to the user in the Froedtert Health Epic environment. The Device ID authorizes the
device to access HAIKU.
For complete details refer to the HAIKU Installation and Configuration Guide.
Is Training Required?
HAIKU has been designed to be intuitive to use and is similar to other mobile applications that physicians
might have already used. Formal training is not required. If you have questions, ask others who use
HAIKU or refer to the HAIKU Physician Quick Start Guide.
HAIKU is approved for use by physicians and advanced practice providers only at this time. Nursing and
administrative staff will not be granted access.