NU Online News Service, Nov. 20, 2:44 p.m. EST

A new study by Harvard University researchers have found that increased computerization at some hospitals has not lowered costs or streamlined administration.

The report, published in today's online edition of The American Journal of Medicine, "contradict claims by President Obama and many lawmakers that health information technology (health IT), including electronic medical records, will save billions and help make reform affordable," said an announcement by the report's lead author.

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