Understanding Health Information Systems for the Health Professions

A comprehensive and accessible introductory guide Understanding Health Information Systems for the Health Professions covers the totality of modern HIS: research and policy; data and analytics; health informatics; people and processes; and systems management. Rooted in real-world examples this foundational text demonstrates how HIS planning and management help organizations achieve cost-effectiveness quality improvement efficiency population health management innovation and patient engagement. Beginning with the changing context of HIS in healthcare the text moves on to clarify the vital relationship of health information systems to the strategy and evolution of the organization in enabling value-based care and preparing for population health management and digital health. Subsequently it describes the mission-critical nature of this alignment of systems to strategy. Finally it provides the management tools and techniques to accomplish the proper planning management organization and stewardship of HIS. Written for a broad audience Health Information Systems for the Health Professions empowers future health care leaders providers and innovators all roles integral to successful HIS implementation -- in a challenging and volatile regulatory market in a time of technological evolution. KEY FEATURES - Broad Focus on all health care professionals to encourage a team-based approach. Emphasizes the value of HIS knowledge for all health professionals not just those in IT. - Case examples in every chapter contextualize information in memorable real-world scenarios presenting both successes and failures so student learning is rooted in the reality of systems use in organizations. - Discussion questions encourage critical thinking and active engagement with the concepts presented in the text. - Robust Instructors Resource package including an instructors guide PowerPoint slides and a test bank with over 700 questions. - Access to Navigate 2 online learning materials including a comprehensive and interactive eBook student practice activities and assessments learning analytics reporting tools and more.