A physician profile system

The need for effective management information systems is now evident. No longer is pertinent and timely information merely something desirable to group practice; it is essential for management control and even survival in today's healthcare environment. Most of the management information systems currently in use are designed for controlling line-item budget categories and not the key professionals whose actions determine the fate of the practice. A physician practice profile system was developed at the Cornell Medical Practice and implemented in July 1982. This tiered reporting system is described in detail, including its ancillary service utilization and quality audit profiles, and the results of the system are presented.