...Future Trends in Health Care Your Name HCS/533 10 February 2014 Professor Here Future Trends in Health Care Electronic health records have become more prevalent in the current health care system than it was 10 years ago. Electronic health records were not used to the extent it is today for patient documentation. Without the advancement in electronic medical records, most of the information that is transferred so easily to other providers would not be able to happen. Electronic Health Records (EHR) is the quintessence of a trend changing the health care system. Because more medical facilities are adopting the use of electronic health records, members are receiving faster more efficient care whereas the medical facility is saving money. EHRs are “digital repositories of patient data accessible to multiple stakeholders” that include “patient’s health history, medical conditions, test and treatments, medication, demographics” and other pertinent information about the patient (Otto & Nevo, 2013. p. 165). Electronic health records eliminate misplacement of documents, destruction of the documents via handling, and to retrieve documents for continuity of care providers needed to seek information from multiple places. EHRs streamline processes; place the information in...
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...Adverse Trend and Data Management in Hospital University of Phoenix HCS/482 Adverse Trend and Data Management in Hospital The flow chart in the appendix 1 provides a comprehensive analysis of the adverse trend and data management that could occur within my organization. In depth, the research would evaluate patients’ healthcare and whether it is provided in an accurate and professional manner. To gather facts and information about the management in hospital, this research would follow up various steps. First, the research would evaluate how healthcare providers administer medical care and whether or not patients receive adequate support that boosts their well-being. Second, the study would evaluate whether the care provided in the hospital aligns with the medical standards. Conducting this research would create a strong platform to understand the past and present management and further work hard to eliminate any activity, condition, or medical errors that would hinder quality healthcare. Research Questions It is a well-documented fact that, quality medical care is of essence in reducing high mortality rates that occur as a result of poor medication and services provided (Flores, Win & Susilo, 2010). With this in mind, this research would investigate various factors that hinder healthcare providers from administering quality healthcare. To fully gather facts and information, this research would answer the following questions; do patients receive quality care and what...
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...Uncertainty 8 III. EHR Technology 9 a. EHR Benefits 10 b. EHR Types 11 c. EHRs Future Evolution 13 d. EHR Technology versus Handheld SMART devices 14 IV. Trends and Consequences 15 a. Aggressive Implementation 16 b. High Costs 16 c. Labor Investment 17 d. Opportunity Cost 17 e. Impact on Researchers, Policymaker and Educators 18 V. Final Opinion 19 VI. Bibliography 22 VII. Appendix I 28 VIII. Appendix II 31 I. Advantages of EHRs In an effort to reign in rising health care costs and increased health care disparity and inequality in the U.S., former president George W. Bush doubled the funding for Health Care Information Technology to 100 million in 2005 (The White House). It was part of a larger plan to utilize latest information technology to standardize patient and health records, which despite spending 1.6 trillion dollars, attributed to 98,000 medically related errors in 2004. The plan was part of his campaign promise and was reiterated in his January 20, 2004 State of the Union address when, President Bush remarked, “by computerizing health records, we can avoid dangerous medical mistakes, reduce costs, and improve care.” Considering that the federal government is “one of the largest buyers of healthcare - in Medicare, Medicaid, the Community Health Centers program, the Federal Health Benefits program, Veterans medical care, and programs in...
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...2005- 2015). “The healthcare industry is one that is continuously progressing” (Keszczyk, n.d.). Data analytics is used in various ways within the health care industry. Many health care facilities/providers are in the process, if not already completed, of converting from the archaic paper chart to electronic health records (EHR). According to Stacy, an electronic health record is “a digital collection of an individual’s medical information, an EHR contains not only diagnoses, records of treatment, and medication information, but other data relevant to a total picture of an individual’s health” (Stacy, 2013). A goal of the EHR is to allow a provider to readily retrieve notes, labs, exams, etc. from other providers for a mutual patient. Advantages and Disadvantages of Data Analytics The advantages of Data Analytics in the health care industry includes a heightened level of coordination of care between providers. Coordination of care consists of the ability for all providers to have access to all aspects of the patient’s care. A patient neglecting to mention a surgery or procedure done many years ago, not revealing all food or drug allergies, not remembering failed medication attempts, or not divulging full medication list to a new provider could prove to be detrimental to the care of a patient and even fatal at times. Electronic Health Records, in and of its functionality have made disclosing information about a patient easier. Other advantages include fraud detection The disadvantages...
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...technology, healthcare organizations need to stay up to date in order to be competitive and provide the best care. We will discuss a few various types and uses of technology in the medical field as well as the impact they have on the medical facilities. We will also go over the technology trend I believe will improve the quality of care that is delivered to the patients in our healthcare organization. One of the biggest technological advancements in the medical industry is the electronic health record (EHR). Thought of as the “hub of the medical facility”, electronic health records are a version of a patient’s medical record that can be created, managed and consulted by authorized medical personnel (Wager, Lee, & Glaser, 2013). Electronic health records can be seen and used by more than one health care organization. Since paper medical records are no longer used, medical facilities no longer have to deal with illegible, incomplete or missing records. Electronic health records contain all of the patients past and present medical information to include: medications, allergies and lab results. The patient’s medical information is available whenever and wherever it is needed. The electronic health record systems have a multitude of functions available. One function that helps when it comes to patient safety is the computerized provider order entry. Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) is a way for providers to order medications, tests and labs electronically. Medication errors...
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...Health Informatics and Healthcare Introduction Health informatics as defined by Shi and Singh 2015, as the application of information science to improve efficiency, accuracy, reliability of healthcare service, and inclusion of healthcare delivery. Healthcare informatics is becoming more complex than any other time in recent memory, the foundation needed to bolster device utilization and interoperability is more expanded, and there is even a more extensive scope of utilization to consider. As the populace ages, there is added pressure to provide patient care choices at home and in the community, implying that medical devices are getting to be a piece of a much bigger ecosystem spreading over the steadily developing continuum. This paper will analyze health informatics and discuss its benefits, trends, current issues, the impact health informatics in healthcare settings, and the role of health managers and the future. An interview will be conducted with a health professional to get their point of view of how health informatics have impacted their workplace, with further discussion of human resources, careers and the future. History The U.S. National Library of Medicine defines health informatics as a collaborative effort of designing, developing, adopting, and applying IT-based ideas in healthcare services delivery, management and planning (Kramer, 2012). In 1949, Gustav Wager of Germany founded the first professional organization for...
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...Healthcare IS Definitions Termika R. Stone HCS/ 533 Health Information Systems May 30, 2011 Professor Linda Mesko The health industry has been under major construction in its efforts to catch up in this age of technology. These efforts are referred to as Health information technology (HIT). HIT imparts the architecture to explain the complete management of health information throughout the various computerized systems. It safeguards the exchange between government, quality entities, customers, suppliers and insurers. Health Information Technology is now viewed as a very promising agent for enhancing healthcare quality, protection and a well-organized and resourceful healthcare delivery system. This assignment has ten terms that fall under the scope of HIT and Health Information Systems (HIS) that are interconnected. Each term will be defined and a concise statement of importance will be explained. AMR • AMR (Automated Medical Records) is a term used at the early stage of electronic medical documentation. It was information retained on a customary personal computer and did not comply with legal ramifications for electronic medical records. Therefore a paper file was maintained. The computer information is used as a working file, and then pages are printed and filed in the chart (Fishman, 2005). • Important aspect of AMR is the aid of premature discovery of conditions of public health issues. For instance, seasonal respiratory illness or atypical occurrences...
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...Future Reform Dr. Retta Evans HSA 520: Health Information Systems September 5, 2012 Introduction The 20th century witnessed many truly revolutionary advances in health care. Healthcare reform will be one of the top domestic issues of the political agenda in the next presidential election, making our focus on the changing nature of health care very timely. The roles and responsibilities of all healthcare stakeholders are undergoing transformative change and—whether we approach reform as providers, payers, researchers, health product developers, or consumers—there is much to learn from all who are involved in these collaborative discussions about how to contend with the rapid changes in the healthcare system. This paper will predict the form and function of medical health records in 2030, describe the most likely impediments to health care information access in 2030 and make at least two (2) recommendations to avert those impediments that can be implemented now and discuss the single most significant "health care bake in" that could embed into organizational workflows & the most probable impact it could eventually have. Predict The Form And Function Of Medical Health Records In 2030 The health care industry has seen many innovations and improvements in recent years and this trend will continue because of advances in pharmaceutical products and technology. Electronic Medical Records, called EMRs, constitute a computer-based system for recording, delivering and managing...
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...Read the following case study regarding an adverse trend in a health care setting. An elderly patient has been admitted to the medical/surgical unit from the local nursing care facility. The new lab results in her electronic health record (EHR) indicate that she has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in her urine. She is placed on contact precautions per the hospital guidelines. The health care provider arrives to examine her new patient and inquires about the need for contact precautions. The nurse explains the lab results reveal the patient has MRSA in her urine. The health care provider states that she reviewed the patient's lab results in the emergency room and the urine results were normal. The unit coordinator reveals to the staff nurse and nurse manager that this is the third incident this month of lab results being uploaded to the wrong patient's EHR when admitted from the emergency department. Write a 1,050 to 1,400-word paper based on the case study in which you: Analyze the adverse trend, including how it affects patient care. Evaluate the data that needs to be collected, reviewed, and applied in the decision-making process to address the adverse trend. Evaluate the information system methods that will be used to collect the data needed in the decision-making process, including the source(s) of the data. Evaluate the information technology and tools needed in each step of the decision-making process. Evaluate any regulatory, legal, ethical...
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...An EMR contains the standard medical and clinical data gathered in one provider’s office. Electronic health records (EHRs) go beyond the data collected in the provider’s office and include a more comprehensive patient history. For example, EHRs are designed to contain and share information from all providers involved in a patient’s care. EHR data can be created, managed, and consulted by authorized providers and staff from across more than one health care organization. Unlike EMRs, EHRs also allow a patient’s health record to move with them—to other health care providers, specialists, hospitals, nursing homes, and even across states. For more information about electronic medical records and the differences between EMR vs EHR , please visit the Health IT Buzz Blog. An electronic medical record (EMR) is a digital version of a paper chart that contains all of a patient’s medical history from one practice. An EMR is mostly used by providers for diagnosis and treatment. Benefits of Electronic Medical Records An EMR is more beneficial than paper records because it allows providers to: Track data over time Identify patients who are due for preventive visits and screenings Monitor how patients measure up to certain parameters, such as vaccinations and blood pressure readings Improve overall quality of care in a practice The information stored in EMRs is not easily shared with providers outside of a practice. A patient’s record might even have to be printed...
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...Electronic Medical Records as a Mode of Communication Sandi Berry-Shooter HCS/490 December 12, 2010 Bob Schroeder – Facilitator University of Phoenix Electronic Medical Records as a Mode of Communication Communication is key when it concerns providing medical care to patients. One very important part of communication is the use of electronic medical records. According to the Institute of Medicine (IOM) electronic medical records are described as the following: 1) A longitudinal collection of health information for and about persons. 2) Immediate electronic access to person-population-level information by authorized users. 3) Provision of knowledge and decision-support systems that enhance the quality, safety, and efficiency of patient care. 4) Support for the efficient processes for health care delivery (Open Clinical, 2008). Several terms can be used to describe electronic medical records. These items consist of the following: electronic health record (EHR), electronic patient record (EPR), and computer-based patient records. These terms can be used interchangeably or generically, but some differences have been identified (Open Clinical, 2008). Three main functions of electronic medical records are 1) To capture data at the point of care. 2) To integrate data from multiple internal and external sources. 3) To support caregiver decision-making (Open Clinical, 2008). Patients derive many benefits from electronic medical records....
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...process, and manage information. Emphasis on technology based health applications which support clinical, administrative, research, and educational decision making enhancing the efficacy of nursing endeavors. Course Purpose: This course provides an overview of nursing informatics for all student nurse. Focus is on developing an understanding of concepts relevant to health care informatics. Current trends and issues in using, designing, and managing heath care information systems will be examined. Students, applying knowledge from assigned readings, will analyze the design and implementation of health care information systems. The course includes email, electronic discussion forums, computer applications, worldwide web, and internet assignments. Course Objectives: 1. Identify key trends and issues in nursing informatics and the impact on health care information systems. 1.1 Describe the historical perspectives of nursing and computers 1.2 Discuss the term nursing informatics. 1.3 Define basic terms related to hardware, software, World Wide Web, and the Internet. 1.4 Identify informatics visions for the profession of nursing. 1.5 Discuss technology applications utilizing speech recognition, genomic informatics, date warehousing, and virtual reality. 2. Explain how theories, such as communication, information, management, systems, and nursing relate to health care information systems. 2.1 Define classic change theories: ...
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...Electronic Health Record Selection Process DeVry University HSM 330 Professor: Dr. Eric Oestmann Introduction More and more healthcare facilities are switching over to electronic health records. With that switch comes the mind-bending process of selecting which electronic health records system is the best in regards to features, functionality, and cost effectiveness. What healthcare administrators, and their teams, will be looking for is; a) An increased access to healthcare records, so a larger database b) Support in the medical providers decision-making process c) Increase communication between healthcare staff, and with the patient d) Be cost effective, not only in the purchase price but also the price of training and implementation. NextGen Electronic Health Record System Dating back to 2001 when NextGen first started as an electronic health record system, it has been striving, and evolving, to become the best electronic health record system around. Jordan Barrish reports (2014) that as of 2014 NextGen EHR only has about 4,000 clients. That would not be even close to being the biggest EHR provider, or system. However, they do report that they have interoperability between third party systems and Health Information Exchanges (HIE) (NextGen HIE 2015). NextGen does have some great support tools for medical providers and patients alike. For the office, they have a practice management system that can increase productivity, and incoming revenue...
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...Mini-Case: Predicting Future HMIS Trends by Chief Information Officers Read the Mini-Case: Predicting Future HMIS Trends by Chief Information Officers on Page 41 of the text. Access the 2008 HIMSS Leadership Survey PDF file and write a paper that addresses the following: 1. Discuss why you think a CIO survey is important for the HMIS industry. 2. Based on the information provided in the Mini-Case and survey, explain what types of hardware investments are most important to the future of HMIS. 3. Compare your selections and reasoning with the actual survey results. 4. Based on the survey results. Discuss why you think investment in Electronic Health Records (EHR) has become a top priority for CIOs in the coming year. Your paper must be two to three double-spaced pages (excluding title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Utilize a minimum of two scholarly and/or peer-reviewed sources that were published within the last five years. All sources must be documented in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. The text from the Book: Additional Readings : Sam Geist, “Are You a Boss or a Leader?” Super Vision 67 (January 2006) Paul Glen, “Developing the Managerial Mind,” Computer World 40 (January 9, 2006). Stephen R. Robbins, The Truth About Managing People… And Nothing But the Truth. (Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2003). Jack Welch and Suzy Welch, “The Leadership Mindset,” BusinessWeek...
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...RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN NURSING INFORMATICS & PATIENT SATISFACTION Daisy Michele Mattei University of Arkansas at Little Rock I will be discussing the relationship between patient satisfaction and the role nursing informatics plays. The expansion of health information technology may have an impact on patient satisfaction and outcomes either positively or negatively. More and more healthcare providers are using health information technology (nursing informatics), to improve patient care. I will also be discussing the impact of the electronic health record on improving the efficiency, safety, and privacy of healthcare today, along with the skills nurses need related to informatics and technology. Patient satisfaction is an important indicator of healthcare quality. “Satisfaction is an attitudinal response to value judgments that patients make about their clinical encounter.” (Kane RL, Maciejewski M, Finch M, 1997) Nursing Informatics is a specialty that integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data, information, knowledge and wisdom in nursing practice. (McGonigle D, Mastrain KG, 2012, p. 95-96) (ANA, 2008, p.1) The goal of nursing informatics is to improve the health of populations, communities, families, and individuals by optimizing information management and communication. (McGonigle D, Mastrain KG, 2012, p. 95-96) (ANA, 2008, p.1) Information technology has dramatically changed the way nurses work. It is clear...
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