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Task 2: Trends in the Ecosystem
College of Health Professions, Western Governors University
Instructor: Tricia Jones
July 11, 2023
A. Historic Events and Their Implications
A1.
Many historical events have influenced the evolution of medicine. The concept of diagnosis
and prognosis was created by the Greeks in ancient times, who made great contributions to
medicine. The Romans also made significant contributions by creating hospitals and public
health programs. Islamic academics created new medical knowledge during the Middle Ages by
translating Greek medical writings into Arabic. The scientific method and human anatomy were
developed throughout the Renaissance, which resulted in substantial medical advancements. The
invention of antibiotics and the establishment of the germ theory in the 19th century both
transformed medicine. New technology including X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans were
developed in the 20th century, and have significantly improved diagnosis and treatment. All of
these mentioned above are just a few of the ways in which historical events have impacted
evolution of medicine.
(Brazier, 2018)
A2.
The duties of healthcare practitioners have also been significantly impacted by historical
events. For instance, the American Medical Association (AMA), founded in 1846, had a
significant impact on politics and medical practice by the 20th century. Additionally, when new
treatments became accessible and state and federal legislative actions governed the professions
of medicine, pharmacy, and nursing around the turn of the 20th century, medical and nursing
professional boundaries changed nearly daily. (Keeling, 2015).
The greatest historical influence on medical professions came from the Industrial Revolution.
Increases in staff numbers led to a rise in sickness and injuries. The increase in healthcare supply
and demand had an impact on healthcare professionals as well as healthcare workers.
Prior to
this time, medical personnel were less specialized in their fields; regular barbers would carry out
operations without the use of drugs.
The medical advancements of the Industrial Revolution
increased public health and life expectancy worldwide.
This widespread issue has had a domino
effect. Without the medical advancements of the Industrial Revolution, public health and life
expectancy would not be what they are today.
A3.
Within the last 30 years, technology has improved significantly and will continue to do so
going forward.
The history of the health information management (HIM) industry dates back to
the 1920s, when medical personnel began keeping track of specifics, issues, and patient care
results in medical records. Today, hospital-encrypted systems are used to collect and maintain
electronic medical records (Brooks, 2015).With the help of medical research and ongoing web
interface development, we can provide patient care remotely.
Remote patient care changed from
being a luxury to a need as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
B. Components of a Healthcare Delivery System
The three components of a healthcare delivery system are Funding, Organization,
and Delivery. Funding refers to
money provided, either privately or by an organization or the
government. Organization is the system by which healthcare organizations are
directed and controlled. Delivery is the process to execute patient care
and produce
better health
outcomes for patients by improving access to care and costs. (Wagner, 2020).
B1.
Accessibility, affordability, quality, and provider experience are all factors that the healthcare
delivery system seeks to balance.
Access to patient care, however, is not always the most
effective.
By incorporating electronic medical records on portable devices, more people can
access care, however patients with physical or mental disabilities and financial difficulties face a
higher level of difficulty when it comes to accessing care.
On a practical level, it might be
argued that lower EHR application usage could result in lower annual profit margins.
Budget
reductions affecting the entire business, notably patient care, may result from a decline in profit
margins.
B2.
Operations of a healthcare delivery system influence patient care costs in many ways. The
expense of healthcare in the United States is already increasingly more expensive. Patients who
obtain insurance through their employers often have a few different insurance options available
to them, allowing them to select the one that best meets their needs. Unfortunately, lower
premiums often translate to a lower quality of care. Low-funding hospitals often have lesser-paid
staff and resources, which may also affect the quality of care. The most expensive services are
frequently the ones like lab work, radiology, audiology, and vision exams. Depending on the
insurance plan they are enrolled under, these services may or may not be covered, which
ultimately affects the patient's costs.
B3.
Even though it would be ideal if all patients received the best care available regardless of
their location, insurance coverage, or socioeconomic situation, this is obviously not the case.
Healthcare that is supplied with public funding is frequently of lesser quality, which restricts
access to skilled practitioners and the availability of healthcare as a whole.
Hospitals with more
funds will often exploit having newer, cutting-edge equipment and will demonstrate this by
charging patients more for care. Everything comes back to the fundamental tenet that quality
increases with money.
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C.
Analyzing Trends in Healthcare and Emerging Technological Development
C1.
The government's Consolidated Health Informatics (CHI) initiative was launched in
October 2001.
The term "health informatics" describes several elements that bring together
technology, patient safety, healthcare quality, and people.
The goal of this program was to
standardize terminology for use in federal government healthcare IT systems.
The federal
government's health information systems have put into effect 20 messaging and language
standards, according to CHI. On March 21, 2003, the first set of five criteria was adopted.
On
May 6, 2004, the second 15 standards were adopted.
C2.
Technology has completely changed the way that healthcare is provided, from the
development of new imaging techniques, new immunizations, the electronic health record, and
telehealth visits to name a few. With each development, technology pushes the limits of
healthcare even further. To connect with their doctors, review test results, make appointments,
and schedule telehealth visits, patients can even utilize their mobile devices to download apps
like MyChart. Technology development in the healthcare industry has filled care gaps that were
previously challenging to navigate.
References
Brazier, Y. (2018). Ancient Roman Medicine.
Medical News Today
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323600
Medical News Today. (n.d.). Ancient Roman medicine.
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Brooks, A. (2015, March 23).
Health Information Management History: Past, Present & Future
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Rasmussen University
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https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/health-sciences/blog/health-information-
management-history/
Keeling, A., (May 31, 2015) "Historical Perspectives on an Expanded Role for
Nursing"
OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing
Vol. 20, No. 2, Manuscript 2
Oachs, P. K., & Watters, A. (2020). Health Information Management: Concepts, principles, and
Practice. AHIMA, American Health Information Management Association.
Wagner, Stephen L.. The United States Healthcare System: Overview, Driving Forces, and
Outlook for the Future, Health Administration Press, 2020.