By Josh Rubel – From electronic health records to perioperative information systems to supply chain and finance, health systems are swimming in data – but using that data to improve care quality and performance remains a significant challenge.
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By Marty Callahan – It’s easy to overlook quality of care as part of the financial equation with so many internal and external demands competing for a slice of your already limited budget.
Recent shifts in healthcare reimbursement models have trended away from a fee-for-service payment system, and instead tied payments to the quality of care provided. These shifts provide opportunities for HIM professionals to help physicians code more completely and precisely.