Management information systems in the HMO environment.
Realization of the unique potential of a health maintenance organization is dependent on the availability of adequate, accurate, and timely information. The particular data needed are determined by the structure of the organization; the physician compensation plans; requirements for state, federal, or other reporting; and many other factors. The author introduces the concept and objectives of the HMO, and presents the management information systems necessary for planning and monitoring HMO performance: patient information, utilization information, and management information for the staff and nonstaff HMO.
D006279:Health Maintenance Organizations / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007256:Information Systems / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014481:United States; D014600:Utilization Review