title: Choosing a managed care information system--what you need to know.
abstract: The new environment created by managed care has prompted providers to reconsider their information systems. An understanding of the market, the capabilities of various kinds of systems, and the needs of the organization can enable HIM professionals to aid their employers in making the right choices.
authors.affiliation: Superior Consultant Company, Southfield, MI, USA.
authors.forename: C V
authors.initials: CV
authors.lastname: Homan
mesh_terms: D000288:Administrative Personnel; D019090:Case Management; D020000:Decision Support Systems, Clinical; D003660:Decision Support Systems, Management; D004496:Education, Continuing; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D007256:Information Systems / Q000592:standards*; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016347:Medical Records Systems, Computerized; D014481:United States; D014600:Utilization Review