Assignment is to be 4-5 pages total – must have a cover and reference page – APA format Part 1 The local domestic violence shelter has noticed an increase in the number of families affected by substance abuse. They have contacted your agency about providing information on how to serve the needs of this growing … Read more
Consider the history of the patient-safety movement, the role of health information management systems on quality initiatives, and the impact of achievement of quality outcomes on the patient experience, accreditation, and value-based reimbursement. What do you think the future of quality practice will be in regard to using data from HIM systems? Does it change … Read more
An elevator speech is one in which you have only a few minutes to deliver your case to a stakeholder. If you were in an elevator with one of your key stakeholders and had only a few floors to make a case for your program, what would you say? For your initial post, identify your … Read more
Imagine you are a unit manager or top level leader in your facility. You are responsible for planning and implementing a new program in your facility related to your research findings based on where you currently work (or a different facility of your choice). Perhaps there is a need for a program where you are … Read more
The unapproved use of approved drugs, also called off-label use, with children is quite common. This is because pediatric dosage guidelines are typically unavailable, since very few drugs have been specifically researched and tested with children. Explain the circumstances under which children should be prescribed drugs for off-label use. Be specific and provide examples. … Read more
Commercial Analysis Assignment Overview: 98.1% of American households have a television, while 99% of people in America can read (2). This means that being able to read barely beats out having a television in your home. Most of us were taught to read when we were very young, but did we ever learn how to … Read more
After completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this week: Discuss the key components of human resource management. Pick at least four concepts from chapter nine and describe how these concepts interrelate to individual performance on a team. Review table 9.2 and select one of the dimensions listed, note why … Read more
Being part of Western Healthcare System, means that your hospital is compared with a few more hospitals in that system. You are provided with the first month of data pertaining to the operation of their HIM departments. The data provided in the are used to evaluate the performance of each hospital and across the … Read more
Clinical Documentation Guidelines may be set by various licensing and regulatory agencies, as well as provided as guidelines by professional associations. For the purpose of this discussion, compare and contrast guidelines provided by CMS, NCQA, and AHIMA. You may use the links below for your convenience: CMS: NCQA: The initial response must be … Read more
The use of methamphetamine has received a great deal of attention from the media and law enforcement in recent years. The probation office is looking to identify some avenues for addressing and treating people who have an addiction to methamphetamine. You have been asked to research some of the major issues related to the … Read more