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A clinical information systems strategy for a large integrated delivery network.
G J Kuperman1, C Spurr, S Flammini
1Department of Information Systems, Partners HealthCare System, Boston, MA, USA.
Proceedings. AMIA Symposium
|November 18, 2000
Summary
Integrated delivery networks (IDNs) leverage information technology (IT) for efficiency. This paper details Partners HealthCare System
Area of Science:
- Health Care Management
- Information Technology in Healthcare
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs) are evolving healthcare models focused on efficiency.
- IDNs require robust Information Technology (IT) infrastructure to achieve strategic goals.
- Top leadership in IDNs drives critical IT decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the clinical information systems strategy at Partners HealthCare System.
- To detail current IT initiatives supporting the Partners clinical vision.
- To discuss challenges in implementing advanced IT within a large IDN.
Main Methods:
- Case study analysis of Partners HealthCare System's IT strategy.
- Description of specific IT initiatives implemented.
- Discussion of encountered issues and challenges.
Main Results:
- Partners HealthCare System has developed a comprehensive clinical information systems strategy.
- Key IT initiatives include a clinical data repository, EMRs, and decision support.
- Implementation faced several challenges inherent in large IDN environments.
Conclusions:
- Effective IT is crucial for the success of Integrated Delivery Networks.
- Strategic IT planning and execution are vital for achieving clinical and operational efficiencies.
- Addressing implementation challenges is key to successful IT integration in healthcare systems.