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Indian Health Services Health Information Technology Modernization Research Project Data Call

Investigating Technology Needs in Indian Health Service Facilities

Not Recruiting
18 years - 100 years
All

Brief description of study.

This study will help to define gaps in the Health Information Technology (HIT) system at Indian Health Service facilities and what changes are required to meet the needs of the facilities as a whole from the perspective of the end-user. From a practical perspective, it is expected that the needs of healthcare personnel are not being met when using their current HIT system.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 18 years - 100 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria

Subjects include individuals who are currently employed by an Indian Health healthcare facility, including clinics, hospitals, etc. This includes any Indian Health Service  (IHS), Tribal, or Urban (I/T/U) facility. Individuals may include healthcare providers, leadership, coders, etc.

Exclusion Criteria

Persons who are not currently employed by a facility under the I/T/U, including patients and contractors, will not be administered an electronic questionnaire.

This study investigates the Health Information Technology (HIT) systems used in Indian Health Service facilities. The purpose is to identify gaps in these systems and understand what changes are needed from the perspective of the end-users, who are the healthcare personnel using these systems. Health Information Technology refers to the technology used to manage health information and support the delivery of healthcare services.

Participants in this study will provide feedback on their experiences with the current HIT system through electronic questionnaires. This feedback will help identify specific areas where the HIT system may not be meeting the needs of healthcare staff, which includes doctors, nurses, and administrative personnel.

  • Who can participate: Participants must be currently employed at an Indian Health Service, Tribal, or Urban healthcare facility. Eligible individuals include healthcare providers, leadership, and coders.
  • Study details: Participants will complete electronic questionnaires about their experiences with the current Health Information Technology system. No medication or placebo is involved in this study.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1810963696

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