Integrative Design and Evaluation

Integrative Design and Evaluation

Discussion

Health care in U.S. has revolutionized by the introduction of managed and proper care. Used by both public and private, managed care is an alternative to the remuneration of health services. In arrangements of managed care, financing and delivery of health care is provided through contracts with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, health agencies, home care, and other suppliers (Rosenblatt et al, 1998). It has been described as a system of health care in which a variety of methods are utilized to contain the costs of services while maintaining quality of care. The medical technology has advanced to such an extent that is beyond our imaginations, but many health centers still need to update their technology immediately. Although many advancements have been made, but the industry still need many modernizations in the medical care (Schmitt & Wofford, 2002). There is also an immense need to find out the treatments and cure for those diseases that are fatal and are the leading cause of death all over the world. The most effective way to deal with this problem is the complete and detailed knowledge about the medical history of the patients so that such fatal diseases can be avoided. In my opinion, it is essential for the management to implement Electronic Health Record that will be beneficial for both companies as well as for patients.

Benefits for the Patients

For the first time, the patients will be able to access their medical and health information. They will be able to access their medical and health history including allergies, test results and medications. This will provide them with the chance to make decisions and choices regarding their health care. This will also allow them to access the medical information anywhere in the world so that they can easily present ...