Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2016
Abstract
Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN) use in healthcare facilities was examined for utilization and efficacy, although the advantages are abundant, healthcare facilities have been reluctant to adopt it due to associated costs. The purpose of this study was to analyze the feasibility of a U.S NHIN by exploring and determining the benefits of and assessing the barriers to its implementation. The results of this study suggest that implementation and utilization of NHIN by healthcare industry stakeholders leads to an increased quality of patient care, increased patient-provider communication, and cost savings opportunities. Increased quality of care is achieved by reducing adverse drug events and medical errors. Cost savings opportunities are generated by a reduction in spending and prices that is attributable to electronic health record systems’ increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Recommended Citation
Godby, T., Gomes, C., Valle, J. & Coustasse, A. (2016, April). “Is the nationwide health information network feasible?” In J. Sanchez (Ed.), Proceedings of the Business and Health Administration Association Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.
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Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Health and Medical Administration Commons, Health Services Administration Commons
Comments
This conference paper and slide presentation were presented at BHAA, Division of MBAA International at the 2016 meeting in Chicago, IL. The presentation slides are provided as a supplemental file and may be cited as:
Godby, T., Gomes, C., Valle, J. & Coustasse, A. (2016, April). The feasibility of the nationwide health information network. PowerPoint presentation at the Business and Health Administration Association Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.