Healthcare Information Technology

1. Research

1.1. Medical data collection

1.2. Quality improvement

1.3. Development of policies and procedures

1.4. Data review

2. Health Information Systems

2.1. Clinical Information System

2.2. Administrative Information System

2.3. Decision Support System

3. Health Information Exchange

3.1. Clinical

3.1.1. Patient records

3.1.2. Lab results

3.1.3. Imaging

3.1.4. Shared data amongst providers

3.2. Administrative

3.2.1. Insurance information

3.2.2. Coding

3.2.3. Billing

4. Data Analytics

4.1. Examines historical data to understand past trends and patterns.

4.2. Focuses on identifying the root causes of issues or trends in healthcare data.

4.3. Utilizes statistical algorithms and machine learning to forecast future outcomes.

4.4. Recommends actions to optimize decision-making based on analysis results.

4.5. Studies health trends and outcomes at a population level for public health management.

4.6. Evaluates financial data to optimize revenue cycle management and cost control.

5. Electronic Health Records

5.1. Hospital

5.1.1. Surgery

5.1.2. Pharmacy

5.1.3. Imaging

5.1.4. Laboratory

5.1.5. Emergency Services

5.1.6. Specialist referrals

5.1.7. Computerized disease registries

5.2. Provider Office

5.2.1. Medical records

5.2.2. Home healthcare

5.2.3. Referrals

6. Remote Access

6.1. Patient Portal

6.1.1. Lab Results

6.1.2. Appointment Reminders

6.1.3. Prescription Refills

6.1.4. Messages to provider

6.2. Telemedicine

6.2.1. Healthcare Apps

6.2.1.1. Mobile monitoring

6.2.2. Video appointments

6.2.3. Follow up appointments

6.2.4. Medication Usage

6.2.5. Education