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A Distributed Database and a New Application for the DRG System.

Liana Stanescu¹, Dumitru Dan Burdescu

¹University of Craiova, Faculty of Automation, Computers and Electronics, stanescu@software.ucv.ro, burdescu@topedge.com.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics

|June 1, 2005

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This study introduces a new, efficient, and secure DRG (Diagnosis-Related Groups) system for Romanian hospital financing. It utilizes a distributed database and a Java-based online application for improved data management and accessibility.

Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Database Management Systems
Health Services Management

Background:

The current hospital financing system in Romania relies on the Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRG) classifying system.
Existing DRG implementation faces challenges in efficiency, security, and modernity.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a novel solution for implementing the DRG classifying system in Romania.
To enhance hospital financing through improved data management and accessibility.

Main Methods:

Implementation of a fragmented and distributed database at each hospital level.
Development of an online application using Java for database management and viewing.
Utilization of Oracle8 Server and Net8 for robust database administration.

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Introduction of differentiated user roles with specific access privileges.

Main Results:

The proposed system offers a more efficient and secure method for managing hospital data.
Global users from the National DRG Bureau gain anytime access to all local databases.
The system represents a modern advancement over the currently used DRG implementation.

Conclusions:

The new DRG system implementation enhances data security and efficiency in Romanian hospitals.
The distributed database and online application facilitate better oversight and management of hospital financing.
This modernized approach is superior to the existing system, offering improved functionality and accessibility.