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Ooi ECW, Isa ZM, Manaf MRA, Fuad ASA, Ahmad A, Mustapa MN, Marzuki NM. Factors influencing the intention to use the ICD-11 among medical record officers (MROs) and assistant medical record officers (AMROs) in Ministry of Health, Malaysia. Sci Rep 2024; 14:9926. [PMID: 38688966 PMCID: PMC11061162 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-60439-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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The transition of ICD has never been a straightforward initiative. As nations transition to ICD-11, ensuring its acceptance among the users is essential. To our knowledge, there are limited studies about the instrument and ICD-11 adoption. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to design an instrument and investigate the factors influencing the intention to use the ICD-11 among medical record officers (MROs) and assistant medical record officers (AMROs) at Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia facilities. Based on the current literature, a model based on the decomposed theory of planned behaviour (DTPB) was proposed. The model consisted of 13 dimensions and 12 hypotheses identified from previous studies. Using PLS-SEM, 185 survey data points were analysed. The study findings showed that ten factors have a significant impact on the suggested model. Users' subjective norm was the most influential factor in their intention to use ICD-11. Unexpectedly, perceived usefulness and was found to have no significant influence. This study is important for policymakers in strategising ICD-11 implementation efforts. This study's novelty lies in applying a DTPB theory model in the context of the intention to use ICD-11.
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- Erwyn Chin Wei Ooi
- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Health Informatics Centre, Planning Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysia
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Health Informatics Centre, Planning Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysia
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- Health Informatics Centre, Planning Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysia
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- Health Informatics Centre, Planning Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysia
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- Health Informatics Centre, Planning Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysia
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Nkwanyana A, Mathews V, Zachary I, Bhayani V. Skills and competencies in health data analytics for health professionals: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e070596. [PMID: 37989378 PMCID: PMC10668260 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-070596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Healthcare data analytics is a methodological approach to the systematic analysis of health data, and it provides opportunities for healthcare professionals to improve health system management, patient engagement, budgeting, planning and performing evidence-based decision-making. Literature suggests that certain skills and/or competencies for health professionals working with big data in health care would be required. A review of the skills and competencies in health data analytics required by health professionals is needed to support the development or re-engineering of curriculum for health professionals to ensure they develop the abilities to make evidence-based decisions that ultimately can lead to the effective and efficient functioning of a healthcare system. METHODS Using Arksey and O'Malley's framework, this study will review literature published in English from January 2012 to December 2022. The database search includes Academic Search Complete, CINAHL, and MEDLINE via EBSCOhost, PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, and Taylor and Francis. The reference lists of key studies will be searched to identify additional appropriate studies to include. The review will be conducted using an inclusion and exclusion criteria. Iterative processes will be involved at the various stages of search strategy piloting, screening and data extraction. Articles will be reviewed through a two-step process (title and abstract, and full-text review) by at least two reviewers. Data will be described quantitatively and/or qualitatively and presented in diagrams and tables. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical clearance has been received, and strict protocol measures will be followed to ensure the data reported is of quality and relevant to the review purpose. The results will be disseminated through a peer-reviewed scientific journal, presentation at national and/or international conferences, and other platforms such as social media (eg, LinkedIn, Twitter), and relevant stakeholders.
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- Akhona Nkwanyana
- Department of Psychology, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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- Department of Health Management and Informatics, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Health Management and Informatics, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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Aliyi B, Dassie Y, Deressa A, Debella A, Birhanu A, Gamachu M, Eyeberu A, Mamo Ayana G, Fekredin H, Mussa I. Demand of and Access to Health Messages Through Mass Media in the Rural Community of Eastern Ethiopia: A Mixed Method Study. Risk Manag Healthc Policy 2023; 16:1859-1874. [PMID: 37719689 PMCID: PMC10503334 DOI: 10.2147/rmhp.s429712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
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Background The demand for health-related information has increased dramatically in recent years. Media is crucial in reaching health messages to audiences, especially those who are distant and rural. Therefore, the study aimed to assess demands, access, and factors associated with access to health messages through mass media in the rural community of Kersa District of East Hararghe, Eastern Ethiopia. Methods A mixed-methods study was conducted from October 15 to November 20, 2020. A quantitative cross-sectional and a qualitative phenomenological study design were applied. A total of 578 participants were included by using a systematic sampling technique. Collected data were entered into Epidata version 3.1 and analyzed using SPSS version 22.0. A multivariate logistic regression analysis model was used and reported using an adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval (CI). Statistical significance was set at p <0.05. For qualitative, six-focused group discussions (FGDs) were used and then analyzed thematically. Results Overall, the demand of and access to health messages through mass media was 32.5% (95% CI=28.5-34.2%) and 26.6% (95% CI=24.6-28.7%), respectively. Factors such as having electric services (AOR=2.36, 95% CI=2.13-5.41), having a mobile phone (AOR=4.56, 95% CI=4.32-8.73), exposure to TV (AOR=4.73, 95% CI=1.03-11.62), and exposure to social media and printed media (AOR=5.24, 95% CI=1.07-15.63), a preference for programs such as news, current affairs, entertainment, health and educational were 2.37, 9.47, 4.75 and 7.55 times more likely to access health messages (AOR=2.37, 95% CI=1.00-5.61; AOR=9.47, 95% CI=3.54-25.34; AOR=4.75, 95% CI=1.23-18.38; and AOR=7.55, 95% CI=3.12-8.66, respectively). Qualitative findings, participants demand for health messages from health workers, radio, and the main source for accessing the message was the radio. Conclusion Approximately one in every three and one in every four rural communities in the study area had demand, and access to health messages through mass media, respectively. As a result, all stakeholders should emphasize and strengthen expanding methods of reaching health messages using mass media.
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- Bushra Aliyi
- Zonal Health Office, Eastern Hararghe, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Medicine, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Medicine, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
- Departments of Public Health, Rift Valley University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, CHMS, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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Almehmadi FM. Health information science and technology education: An analysis of health informatics undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arab countries. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19279. [PMID: 37662757 PMCID: PMC10474413 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2023] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Rapid advancements in information technology have laid the basis for the move to information management job positions and health informatics education. In fact, information technology becomes an essential component of different healthcare educational programs worldwide. However, scholarly research about health informatics, particularly, in developing countries is still limited. This study is the first investigation to assess and compare health informatics (HI) educational programs across different Arab countries. Websites of all universities and colleges in the Arab world were surveyed and examined. 35 programs in 9 countries have been identified. To systematically collect and evaluate data, a categorization of different variables to assess and compare HI programs has been developed. HI programs in Saudi Arabia and Egypt represent the largest proportion of programs. Most programs are offered by public institutions and belong to medical faculties. 69% of HI educational offerings are undergraduate programs while only 31% are postgraduate programs. HI programs vary in terms of their titles. However, these programs have used the titles 'health informatics', and ' health information management' more frequently. There has also been an uneven distribution in terms of the total hours of programs. The structure of the study plan of 51% of HI programs are built on compulsory courses only. The study has presented a framework that indicates strengths, weaknesses, and emerging trends of HI programs and highlights potential challenges, opportunities, and recommendations to improve such programs.
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- Fatmah M. Almehmadi
- College of Computer and Information Systems, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, 21955, Saudi Arabia
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Fenton SH, Marc DT, Kennedy A, Hamada D, Hoyt R, Lalani K, Renda C, Reynolds RB. Aligning the American Health Information Management Association Entry-level Curricula Competencies and Career Map With Industry Job Postings: Cross-sectional Study. JMIR MEDICAL EDUCATION 2022; 8:e38004. [PMID: 35584188 PMCID: PMC9305438 DOI: 10.2196/38004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND The field of health information management (HIM) focuses on the protection and management of health information from a variety of sources. The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Council for Excellence in Education (CEE) determines the needed skills and competencies for this field. AHIMA's HIM curricula competencies are divided into several domains among the associate, undergraduate, and graduate levels. Moreover, AHIMA's career map displays career paths for HIM professionals. What is not known is whether these competencies and the career map align with industry demands. OBJECTIVE The primary aim of this study is to analyze HIM job postings on a US national job recruiting website to determine whether the job postings align with recognized HIM domains, while the secondary aim is to evaluate the AHIMA career map to determine whether it aligns with the job postings. METHODS A national job recruitment website was mined electronically (web scraping) using the search term "health information management." This cross-sectional inquiry evaluated job advertisements during a 2-week period in 2021. After the exclusion criteria, 691 job postings were analyzed. Data were evaluated with descriptive statistics and natural language processing (NLP). Soft cosine measures (SCM) were used to determine correlations between job postings and the AHIMA career map, curricular competencies, and curricular considerations. ANOVA was used to determine statistical significance. RESULTS Of all the job postings, 29% (140/691) were in the Southeast, followed by the Midwest (140/691, 20%), West (131/691,19%), Northeast (94/691, 14%), and Southwest (73/691, 11%). The educational levels requested were evenly distributed between high school diploma (219/691, 31.7%), associate degree (269/691, 38.6%), or bachelor's degree (225/691, 32.5%). A master's degree was requested in only 8% (52/691) of the postings, with 72% (42/58) preferring one and 28% (16/58) requiring one. A Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) credential was the most commonly requested (207/691, 29.9%) in job postings, followed by Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA; 180/691, 26%) credential. SCM scores were significantly higher in the informatics category compared to the coding and revenue cycle (P=.006) and data analytics categories (P<.001) but not significantly different from the information governance category (P=.85). The coding and revenue cycle category had a significantly higher SCM score compared to the data analytics category (P<.001). Additionally, the information governance category was significantly higher than the data analytics category (P<.001). SCM scores were significantly different between each competency category, except there were no differences in the average SCM score between the information protection and revenue cycle management categories (P=.96) and the information protection and data structure, content, and information governance categories (P=.31). CONCLUSIONS Industry job postings primarily sought degrees, with a master's degree a distant fourth. NLP analysis of job postings suggested that the correlation between the informatics category and job postings was higher than that of the coding, revenue cycle, and data analytics categories.
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- Susan H Fenton
- School of Biomedical Informatics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, United States
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- Department of Health Informatics and Information Management, The College of St Scholastica, Duluth, MN, United States
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- Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), Chicago, IL, United States
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- Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, United States
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- Department Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, United States
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- School of Biomedical Informatics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, United States
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- Department of Health Information Technology and Health Information Management, San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA, United States
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- Department of Health Informatics and Information Management, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, United States
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Abdisa AB, Hajito KW, Daka DW, Ergiba MS, Senay AB, Abdi KL, Wordofa MA. Health workers' use of routine health information and related factors at public health institutions in Illubabor Zone, Western Ethiopia. BMC Med Inform Decis Mak 2022; 22:140. [PMID: 35610716 PMCID: PMC9131521 DOI: 10.1186/s12911-022-01881-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Proper utilization of health data has paramount importance for health service management. However, it is less practiced in developing countries, including Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess routine health information utilization and identify factors associated with it among health workers in the Illubabor zone, Western Ethiopia. Methods A facility based cross-sectional study was conducted from March to June 2021 with a total of 423 randomly selected health workers. Data were collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire that was developed based on the performance of routine information system management (PRISM) framework. We created composite variables for health workers' knowledge, attitude, abilities, and information utilization based on existing data. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed and the statistical association between the outcome and independent variables was declared using 95% CI and a P < 0.05. Results About two-thirds or 279 health workers (66.0%, 95% CI 61.3, 70.4) had good health information utilization. Two-thirds of health workers think organizational decision-making culture (67.1%, 95% CI 62.6, 71.5) and facility managers' or supervisors' promotion of information use (65.5%, 95% CI 60.9, 69.9) are positive. Over half of health workers (57.0%, 95% CI 52.2, 61.6) have a positive attitude toward data management, and the majority (85.8%, 95% CI 82.2, 88.9) believe they are competent of performing routine data analysis and interpretation activities. Only about two-thirds of health workers (65.5%, 95% CI 60.9, 69.9) were proficient in data analysis and interpretation. Conclusions The use of routine health information was lower than the national target and data from other literatures. Unacceptably large number of health personnel did not use information. As a result, efforts should be made to increase health workers' data management knowledge and skills, as well as the organizational culture of data utilization. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12911-022-01881-y.
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Signorini L, Ceruso FM, Aiello E, Zullo MJ, De Vito D. Vaccine Efficacy Denial: A Growing Concern Affecting Modern Science, and Impacting Public Health. Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets 2022; 22:935-943. [PMID: 35306998 DOI: 10.2174/1871530322666220318092909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Revised: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND The discovery of the vaccination technique has been revealed by Edward Jenner in 1796: undoubtedly, it represents the first scientific attempt to control an infectious disease by vaccines, followed by other important studies carried out by Pasteur and Koch, and Sabin, who developed the first technique to attenuate the virus. In recent decades, numerous scholars have begun to create dangerous theories against the effectiveness of vaccines through scientifically invalid or fraudulent studies. AIM This critical review of the literature aims to analyse the main factors that have undermined the credibility of vaccines in the general population, to disprove false information and, on the other hand, emphasize the benefits of vaccines over the last 200 years. DISCUSSIONS Unfortunately, several studies have been carried out without the proper scientific rigour. The most impacting example is the study published by Andrew Wakefield in the Lancet journal that tried to correlate vaccines with the development of autism: this publication was withdrawn from the journal a few years after its publication, but the impact of incorrect scientific studies, fake news, and ambiguous healthcare policies has led to an adverse general opinion about the effectiveness of vaccines. CONCLUSION The excess of uncontrolled information is a serious concerning in the Coronavirus pandemic. The modern science must tackle this problem with a better willingness to communicate even the clinical studies to those people not able to understand the medical information autonomously. Nevertheless, a reliable science must also limit the dissemination of studies that do not meet the basic criteria of a methodological rigor and certainty of results, in order not to feed confusion in the scientific community.
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- Luca Signorini
- Private practice, Rome, Italy; Professor, Saint Camillus University of Health Science, 00100 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dentistry, "Fra G.B. Orsenigo-Ospedale San Pietro F.B.F.", 00100 Rome, Italy
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- Marrelli Health - Tecnologica Research institute - Via E. Fermi, 88900 Crotone, Italy; Azienda Ospedaliera Pugliese Ciaccio, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sense Organs, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy
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Spohn R, Schweinle Iii W, Berg-Poppe P, South-Winter C, DeJong D. RHIA CERTIFICATION EXAM SUCCESS FACTORS. PERSPECTIVES IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 2021; 18:1d. [PMID: 34975353 PMCID: PMC8649700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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This study explored possible success factors for passing the Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) certification exam. According to the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), only 70 percent of first-time test-takers passed the RHIA exam in 2019. A literature review offered insight into factors related to passing certification exams. Sources included existing, relevant peer-reviewed and published literature since 1990 within 87 educational and health/medicine databases and 62 other articles and journal databases available at the University of South Dakota library. A correlational design was used in the study. Data was retrieved from AHIMA, cleaned, and binary logistic regression analysis was completed. A significant relationship was identified between having a prior credential, such as the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential and passing the RHIA exam. This new information will help improve pass rates, advance the HIM field research base, and help students improve their odds of passing the RHIA exam.
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Prehospital Emergency Medical Services: Paper Versus Technology. Dimens Crit Care Nurs 2021; 40:125-128. [PMID: 33961380 DOI: 10.1097/dcc.0000000000000459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Digital technology has an essential role in the development and application of innovations within the health care system. Its application is not limited to the hospital environment but extends to the emergency medical services system. The experimental phase of the shift to electronic emergency medical services documentation was performed within the Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale of Udine (Italy), a local health authority covering about 533 000 inhabitants. Considering the results of this study, we believe it is important to continue to update the methods of data collection and analysis in correlation with the management and outcomes of the patients.
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Alhuwail D. Information management practices in public tertiary health-care facilities: an empirical investigation from the state of Kuwait. RECORDS MANAGEMENT JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1108/rmj-10-2019-0062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose
This paper aims to gain insights about information management practices in public health-care organizations in Kuwait and offer recommendations to improve these practices.
Design/methodology/approach
This study involves secondary analysis of quantitative and qualitative accreditation-related data pertaining to the compliance with the Information Management standard at seven public tertiary health-care facilities over two accreditation cycles.
Findings
Overall, organizations improved their compliance with the Information Management standard. However, issues exist with effectively and efficiently transmitting data, aggregating clinical and administrative data and using the information for both strategic planning and quality improvement initiatives.
Research limitations/implications
The analysed data set does not provide information about the improvements done between the accreditation cycles. Caution should be applied before assuming generalizability of the results, considering the context and social constructs around the health-care system is essential.
Practical implications
Compliance with predetermined criteria through accreditation can improve information management practices. Without proper management of information at health-care facilities, achieving safe and effective patient care is futile. The role of health information technology (IT) should not be sidelined; robust health IT solutions can help support good information management practices thereby improving care quality and aiding health-care reform.
Originality/value
Concerning information management, health-care organizations providing focused services have clear advantages over organizations providing general care services. Considering the type of care organization (general vs specialized) can provide insights into how information management practices can affect the operations of the organization.
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Beesley K, McLeod A, Hewitt B, Moczygemba J. Health Information Management Reimagined: Assessing Current Professional Skills and Industry Demand. PERSPECTIVES IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 2020; 18:1b. [PMID: 33633512 PMCID: PMC7883363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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This paper examines the changes affecting the health information management (HIM) professional skill set and industry demand to determine differences affecting practitioners. As the industry continues to experience technological innovation, the responsibilities of the HIM professional are in flux, affecting the required skill set of the changing environment. This research used the American Health Information Management Association salary survey and current job postings to determine whether the workforce has experienced deskilling and whether a theory-practice-gap exists. It also assesses if industry competencies align with the Health Information Management Reimaged perspectives. The results indicate that the workforce has not experienced deskilling, that a theory-practice gap does exist, and that Health Information Management Reimaged is aligned with industry needs.
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- Kim Beesley
- is an adjunct professor for the Health Information Management Department at Collin College and an Inpatient and Outpatient auditor
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- associate professor and department chair of the Health Information Management Department at Texas State University
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- is an assistant professor of Health Information Management in the College of Health Professions at the Texas State University in San Marcos, TX
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- is an associate professor of Health Information Management in the College of Health Professions at the Texas State University in San Marcos, TX
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Miklosik A, Evans N. Reaching out to stakeholders: The use of knowledge terminology on the websites of Australian public hospitals. BMC Health Serv Res 2020; 20:974. [PMID: 33100223 PMCID: PMC7586654 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-020-05798-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2020] [Accepted: 10/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background The objective of the study described in this article was to examine whether, and to what extent, Australian public hospitals use knowledge terminology, i.e. a body of knowledge-related terms, on their websites. The paper also discusses the difference in the level of such communication between large and small hospitals, the factors affecting the use of the knowledge-related terms in the communication and the similarities/differences between the use of knowledge terms in Australian public hospitals and large/small companies in Australia. Methods 151 Australian public hospitals were included in the research sample: 51 large and 100 small hospitals. Using the method of content analysis, websites mentioning knowledge creation, knowledge sharing, knowledge implementation, and knowledge retention were identified, along with the number of these mentions. Descriptive statistics and chi square test of independence were used to provide answers to four research questions. Results Of the 151 hospitals included in the sample, 30 had no website and 62 (50 small and 12 large) had a single page website. The study found that there are differences between Australian public hospitals regarding the level of their knowledge communication on their websites, both between small and large hospitals and between the individual hospitals within the large and small hospital groups. Conclusions A well-known saying goes “For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of”. Effective communication of knowledge-related terminologies to both internal and external stakeholders, i.e. the parties who access the websites, is therefore an indication of a knowledge focus in the public hospitals. Large hospitals are generally more active in communicating knowledge terms, although there are some exceptions. Some of the small hospitals can lead by example, but most of them do not include knowledge terminology in their communication on websites.
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- Andrej Miklosik
- Marketing Department, Faculty of Management, Comenius University in Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia.
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- UniSA STEM, University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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Evans L, Evans N, Miklosik A. Consequences of ineffective information and knowledge management (IKM) in hospitals: junior doctors’ perspectives. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT RESEARCH & PRACTICE 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/14778238.2020.1832870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- University of South Australia, UniSA STEM, Adelaide, Australia
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- Faculty of Management, Comenius University in Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Bloomrosen M, Berner ES. Findings from the 2017 Yearbook Section on Health Information Management. Yearb Med Inform 2017; 26:78-83. [PMID: 29063540 PMCID: PMC6239241 DOI: 10.15265/iy-2017-025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Objectives: To summarize the recent literature and research and present a selection of the best papers published in 2016 in the field of Health Information Management (HIM). Methods: A systematic review of the literature for the IMIA Yearbook HIM section was performed by the two section editors with the help of a medical librarian. We searched bibliographic databases for HIM-related papers were searched using both MeSH headings and key words in titles and abstracts. A shortlist of candidate best papers was first selected by section editors before being peer-reviewed by independent external reviewers. Results: The five papers selected as 'Best Papers' illustrate a variety of themes, include authors from a variety of countries, and were published in some of the best journals in the field. The themes of the five best papers include health information exchange, personal health records, patient engagement, data quality, and e-quality measures. Conclusions: The discipline of Health Information Management is increasingly becoming allied with the field of Biomedical Informatics in that both disciplines have interests in common. Traditional HIM areas of expertise (in the pre-electronic health record world), such as coding and privacy and security of health information, are necessary for the electronic exchange and secondary use of health information. With the changes in healthcare delivery brought by the use of electronic health records, addressing issues of information governance is essential. This synopsis discusses these key issues at the intersection of HIM and informatics, examines the potential challenges, and points the way for best practices, future research, and public policy considerations and directions.
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Affiliation(s)
- M. Bloomrosen
- Senior Director, Federal Affairs, Premier healthcare alliance, Washington, D.C., USA
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- Graduate Programs in Health Informatics, Department of Health Services Administration, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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