Abstract This paper describes the career opportunities available to the computer systemsadministrators in the job market and contains a hypothetical interview with a professional of the field.
Abstract An 8 page discussion of the results of cost cutting and Canada's health cares systems. Emphasis is placed on the implications for health care administration. Reference is also made to strategies for sustaining the effects of cutbacks.
Abstract This paper takes a look at the U.S. health policies and institutions, intended to treat the sick, take care of the people with disabilities and support the senior citizens. According to the paper, access to the healthsystem is sometimes guaranteed for all citizens, and other times it depends on the contribution made to the health funds. The paper discusses how the quality of health services differ from person to person, depending on their socio-economic status and their personal features (such as race or sex).
From the Paper "Still, it is more than attitude involved here. The situations can be extremely varied, depending on many factors, from one place to another. In third world countries (and if we only think about the genital mutilation practices still existing in some African countries), or in places where the role of women is of little importance, or where the education is scarce, or where the resources are limited - to discuss about inequalities in health here would be almost redundant, since inequality is part of every aspect of life. Nonetheless, the health system is filled with injustices even in the developed countries, where, for example, the life expectancy is shortened by socioeconomic disadvantages. "
Abstract This paper discusses the Community HealthSystems (CHS) - large corporations that own and operate full-service hospitals in non-urban areas. It sets out the history of CHS, how it is managed and how the company analyzes its mission and its operation to see how the two mesh and to determine the population served, the various services that are most needed, and ways of reducing costs and laws that may apply to the operations in different states.
Outline:
Introduction
Community HealthSystems Company History
Company Management
Management Chart
Medical Technology
Conclusion
From the Paper "Materials management is another important function in healthcare facilities, and computer programs have been developed for this purpose as well. There are some two dozen materials management systems available from various vendors today, and these are compared by Adams (1996) to show the features of each and the ways in which they can be used. Adams notes that the extraordinary quantities of data generated from medical supply contracts requires the implementation of materials management programs so that this can no longer be seen as an option but a necessity. These systems offer considerable advantages which contribute to their value, and these systems can supply virtually instantaneous access to all pertinent data, including revenue projections. The systems can help control costs to a significant degree, making materials management a critical aspect of any integrated health care environment (Adams, 1996, pp. 63-65)."
An overview of the planning and organization of health care services and a discussion of the health services programs available to the different populations.
Abstract This paper discusses how the organization of health care systems has progressed over time as advances in medicine and technology have occurred. It looks a how the advent of multi-hospital systems, HMO?s, and the like, have developed in response to the changing demographics of the population and in response to the changing health care needs of the population as technological advances have wiped out previously debilitating sickness.
Outline
Introduction
Overall Health Care System: Analysis of Development
Social Factors Influencing Health Care
The Future of Health Care
Conclusion
From the Paper "One important idea to consider when discussing the administration of health care services is the perceived need by the public for such services. The concept that the availability of health care services creates a demand for health care and need is important to consider. New technological advances have perhaps implanted in the minds of physicians and patients the need to treat disease that may have otherwise been ignored. One important factor to consider in planning health program administration is evaluating the utilization of health care services. The function of health planners is to identify areas of greatest need or highest potential demand in communities for health care delivery organizations."
Abstract This nine page undergraduate paper examines future aspects of health care from the perspective of health care administrators and managers. The writer notes that it is evident that challenges must be overcome, despite the numerous problems presented by historical, social, ethical, technological, and financial factors. The writer points out that at the present time, the health care system in the United States is confronting rising costs and undiminished expectations, and the system is in crisis. Further, the writer discusses that controversial issues of socialized medicine, cost shifting, and budget deficits will have to be addressed if needed reforms of the American health care system are to be implemented.
From the Paper "In examining future aspects of health care from the perspective of health care administrators and managers, it is evident that they must overcome the numerous challenges presented by historical, social, ethical, technological, and financial factors. At the present time, the health care system in the United States is confronting rising costs and undiminished expectations, and the system is in crisis. Controversial issues of socialized medicine, cost shifting, and budget deficits will have to be addressed if needed reforms of the American health care system are to be implemented. But reforming health care in the United States is contentious because it will affect the level of services and involve tens of millions of beneficiaries and taxpayers."
Abstract The paper explores effective management for mental healthcare. It looks at cost-containment strategies, such as high co-payments and no cost-coverage for specialist visits regarding mental health. It then moves on to look at the role of alternative therapies in mental healthcare. It concludes with listing the benefits of introducing a standardizing organization for mental healthcare in the USA.
From the Paper "In a managed mental health care system, the unnecessary utilization of equipment and accessories is restricted at the care provider stage. This is done by a chain of monetary incentives and by directly managing the care proceeds. For instance, managed mental health care decreases cost comparatively by changing the treatment setup from inpatient to outpatient, settling the fee of professionals and hospital at discounted rates, and applying methods of utilization management to control unnecessary services. In this manner, the unnecessary utilization which is a moral hazard and also incurs high costs, is eradicate at the starting place, on a case to case basis (U.S. Public Health Service)."
Abstract This paper gives a sample systems plan for a fitness center that wishes to improve its information and communications technology by purchasing hardware and software. The purpose of the plan is to enable The Fitness Center to obtain competitive advantage over other fitness clubs by providing a system to help members plan a fitness program to meet their particular needs. Specific jobs and teams are described as part of the plan, as are the various stages of implementation. The paper also includes a list of system development guidelines that are to be followed during the project. The paper concludes by mentioning that the plan has support from the staff at The Fitness Center and they intend to let the public know about the new system.
Outline:
Introduction
Purpose and Goal of the Fitness Center Information System Roles and Responsibilities of the Fitness Center Information System Roles and Responsibilities of the PMO and Project Team
Project Team Leader
Senior Developers
Developers
Quality Assurance Analyst
Database Administrator Other Roles
Systems Development Methodology
The Fitness Center Information System (TFCIS) Project Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Systems Investigation
Systems Analysis and Design
Systems Construction and Development
Systems Implementation, Review and Maintenance Schedule
Milestones and Activities
Systems Development Guidelines
Conclusion
Marketing Activities and Future Plans
From the Paper "In line with TFCIS Project, the management decided to create a Project Management Office (PMO) to be headed by the Director of Marketing acting as the Project Sponsor and he will assign one of his supervisors to act as the Project Manager. The roles and responsibilities of the PMO is to "provide project management support functions and is responsible for the direct management (Project Management Institute, Inc., 2004)" of the TFCIS Project. The Fitness Center hired the services of one of the city's top software development companies and the software development company directly reports to the PMO. To ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities and deliverables, the following are the software development company's Project Team's duties, responsibilities and deliverables...."
Tags:systems, administration, computers, fitness, center
Abstract My research compares and contrasts the health care system of the United States and that of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Without a doubt, the most noticeable difference between the two healthsystems is that the United States system works under the managed care model while the UAE system follows that used in one way or another by most of the developed nations: the universal health care system.
Abstract This paper explores the healthsystem provided by the government of Kuwait. The paper explains how the Kuwaiti government offers free health care to all of its citizens, at any age and in any circumstance. This generous system also extends to the animals and livestock owned by Kuwaiti's. The paper includes an analysis of the medical education system and training for doctors as well as the financing and implementation of it all. The paper also makes some brief comparisons to other countries' healthsystems.
From the Paper "The doctors and nurses and medical technicians that implement hands-on health care in the clinics and hospitals are trained in the following facilities: the Faculty of Medicine University (established in 1973); the College of Medical Science and Allied Health (built in 1982); and the College of Pharmacy and College of Dentistry (established in February, 1996). These facilities are the result of an ordinance issued by the Amir in July, 1973; or, in other words, a decree."
Tags: doctor, medical, nurse, livestock, arab, muslim, government, amir, decree
Abstract This paper presents a Parsonian analysis of TennCare, a managed-care healthsystem in the state of Tennessee. The paper discusses problems in the TennCare health care system and offers explanations of the system's dysfunction, including underfunding.
From the Paper "In the field of medical sociology, the theoretical perspective of Talcott Parsons is useful in analyzing the social arrangements of a healthcare system. Parsons and Edward Shils analyze social systems in terms of how they function. They cite the general tendencies..."
Abstract This paper examines the health care system of Brazil and compares it to those of the U.S.A., Portugal and Angola, (in effect comparing the healthsystem of a developing country to that of developed countries and the Third World). The paper looks at the problems each country is forced to contend with, including AIDS, malaria and cancer. Statistics are provided.
From the Paper "Portugal, a European country with a population approximately equal to that of Angola, is a totally different case. Portugal is second only to the US in its governmental funding of health care. Due to the high literacy rate and good public education, the country has done a lot to prevent AIDS. Health care is number one priority of the Portuguese government, and the country has probably the best free health care in the world. Although smoking and heart disease are major problems in Portugal, and in Europe as a whole, they will not be discussed in this essay because they are not infectious diseases of any kind."
Abstract Examines universal health care to all citizens, the financing of the program, and its relatively low costs for treatments and tests. Describes the single-payer system, the shortages of medical staff, and compares it to the U.S. privatized system.
From the Paper "Health Care in Canada and the United States
General Description of Canadian Health System
The Canadian Health Care System, known as Medicare, was first introduced in 1962 by a socialist government on one of the nation's poorest provinces, Saskatchewan, ..."
Tags:health, canadian, me, medical:, general, medical:, general, canada
This paper explores existing literature, including peer-review journals and professional publications, regarding the impact of aging baby boomers on future health care.
Abstract The paper seeks to achieve a comprehensive understanding of baby boomers, with their possible effects on the health care system. The writer claims that this understanding can assist with the planning of future directions for care of the baby boomers as well as the rest of the American population. The paper provides a summary of historical information and does not yield empirical findings.
From the Paper "State and federal funding currently account for 50% of health care costs. Some believe that Congress will provide health care for the entire population by 2004. Baby boomers want more than this essential care and search for alternatives that would provide optimal care (Binzberg & Minogiannis, 2000). The dissatisfactions and expectations of the baby boomers have been reflected by the changes in the healthcare system thus far. They are the largest buying population and are demanding more information and options. How this quality of health care will be provided, remains the current and future challenge."
Tags: medical, health, system, generation, population
Abstract This paper describes inhibitors to adopting, installing as new or upgrading, the Linux or Unix operating system in a desktop or workstation environment. The paper includes an annotated bibliography.
From the Paper "Throughout history, humans have been resistant to making significant changes voluntarily, but have proven reasonably adaptable when the change is forced. Users are generally unlikely to be excited by the prospect of learning a different operating system and application software, but usually grow to enjoy the stability and consistency of Unix that other systems lack. (Wilson) Training Windows users on Unix is generally little more difficult than training them to use a new version of Windows. (Zamaris) Using Unix does have one significant difference for the end-users: the crashes, unexpected configuration changes and malware infestations common to Windows systems will no longer interfere with worker productivity. No matter what the benefits are, there will always be a few users who are unable to deal with any changes whatsoever. It is generally not beneficial for an organization to employ people who cannot adapt. Migrating to Unix desktops provides a good opportunity to identify and terminate them."
