Health Information System Department

The Health Information System Department at Anderson’s Hospital is a vital division within the facility responsible for managing and safeguarding healthcare information. This department focuses on the collection, storage, analysis and secure transmission of health data, including electronic health record (EHR), patient information and administrative data.

Key components and functions of our Health Information System Department include:

1. Electronic Health Record (EHR): Managing electronic health records, which contain a patient's medical history, treatment plans, test results and other relevant information. This data is crucial for patient care, research and billing.

2. Health Information Exchange (HIE): Facilitating the secure sharing of patient health information between different healthcare providers and systems to support continuity of care.

3. Data Collection and Entry: Collecting and accurately entering patient data into health information systems, ensuring data quality and integrity.

4. Coding and Classification: Assigning standardized codes to medical diagnoses and procedures (ICD-10) for billing, research and statistical reporting.

5. Release of Information: Managing requests for patient health information from authorized parties, such as patients, healthcare providers and insurance companies, in compliance with privacy and security regulations.

6. HIPAA Compliance: Ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other data privacy and security regulations to protect patient information.

7. Data Analysis and Research Support: Analyzing health data to support healthcare decision-making, quality improvement initiatives and research projects. Assisting the Medical Board by providing access to relevant health data for clinical and epidemiological studies.

8. Healthcare Analytics: Utilizing health data to generate reports and insights for informed decision-making, clinical performance improvement and financial management.

The Health Information System Department plays a pivotal role at Anderson’s Hospital by ensuring the accuracy, accessibility and security of patient information and healthcare data. It supports patient care, research, healthcare quality improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.