Health Data Managers' Perceptions and Acceptance of Health Management Information Systems

Abstract

Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) are comprehensive systems designed to automate and streamline healthcare operations. These systems store, process, retrieve, and transmit information and thus facilitate better management of healthcare processes. Health data managers play an essential role in overseeing patient data in hospital settings. Their main responsibilities include maintaining, retrieving, analyzing, and securing patient records. Management of records is critical as it directly relates to patient care and plays a crucial role in decision-making processes. The task of the health data manager becomes substantially more efficient when supported by Health Management Information Systems. It is essential for health data managers to accept the system to ensure proper implementation and functioning and to improve patient data management outcomes. Given the critical role of health data managers, their perceptions and acceptance of HMIS warrant attention.