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W J Rudman

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PubMed2000

Identifying domestic violence within inpatient hospital admissions using medical records.

This paper examines incidences of domestic violence among hospitalized patients identified as being victims of domestic violence. Specifically, we focus on defining the type and cost of domestic violence and identifying demographic characteristics of individuals at risk for domestic violence. Data for this paper were abstracted from the 1994 HCUP-3 data set. Findings from these data suggest that identifying incidences of domestic violence is very complex and difficult. The primary diagnosis of those who are victims of domestic violence range from broken bones and bruises to chronic and acute illness to mental illness. Finally, non-white populations are approximately two times more likely to be identified as victims of physical violence than whites and as age increases the likelihood of being identified as a victim of physical violence decreases.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2000

Use of statistical analysis in assessing appropriate documentation and coding.

This article examines how simple descriptive statistical and graphing techniques may be used in compliance efforts. Specifically, we propose the following three-step process: (1) Retrospective review of external data--Where do I stand? (2) Retrospective use of internal data--How can I improve? and (3) Prospective use of external and internal data--How can I avoid future problems? Findings suggest that when examining charges and length of stay (LOS) data, box plots are useful in retrospective analysis in identifying both over and under charges and LOS. Run charts are useful in prospective analysis of data in setting benchmark standards for evaluation.

Abstracting and Indexing↗
PubMed1999

The Balanced Budget Act of 1997: bringing HIM and the rehabilitation therapies closer together.

This article examines the effect of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 on current treatment and reimbursement practices in rehabilitation services. Specifically, we focus on the integration of HIM and therapy skills and practices in providing quality patient care. In this article we present two models that represent possible scenarios defining the interaction between the HIM and rehabilitation professionals that could occur as a result of this legislation.

Budgets↗
PubMed1998

Implementation of outcomes measurement in performance improvement efforts.

The development of conceptual models is a necessary step in the implementation of outcomes-based statistical models in health information management departments. The article provides a step-by-step method of systematically implementing outcomes-based statistical process control methods in health information management departments. It is suggested that, to create an atmosphere conducive to the implementation of statistical process control techniques, health information management directors must be systematic in the application of these techniques, focus on personal and professional opportunities and not on the fear of numbers, provide training and resources, and celebrate success.

Data Interpretation, Statistical↗
PubMed1998

Does gender make a difference? Factors that influence salary level in health information management.

The article examines factors that influence salary level among health information management professionals. Specifically, it addresses questions related to whether gender makes a difference in salary level or whether factors such as education and size of the organization are important. Findings suggest that education and size of the organization are the most important factors influencing salary level. The one notable exception is among newly credentialed registered record administrators. Here, men earn more than women when education and size of the organization are controlled variables.

Credentialing↗
PubMed1996

The technological reengineering of health information management departments: myth or reality?

Data from this study indicate that health information professionals are poised to take on greater responsibility in the design, evaluation, and application of information systems within healthcare. Whether or not health information management will move into these areas and begin to control future technological reengineering, however, remains unanswered from findings in this study. Future studies on healthcare administrator attitudes toward HIM professionals, curricular emphasis on information system design and analysis, and health information professionals in nonacute care settings are necessary to understand the direction of the HIM profession and its role in information systems.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed1995

Hospital administrator perceptions of health information managers as future leaders in health care reform.

The article examines hospital administrators' perceptions of health information professionals moving into leadership positions within health care organizations. Data for this study were collected from a national random sample of hospital administrators (N = 62). Findings from the study suggest that, although health information managers are viewed as integral to the success of the health care organization, health information managers are perceived as lacking appropriate educational training to move into administrative or leadership positions. For the health information professional to move into a leadership position, educational training (at the master's level) must focus on quality management, statistical process control, and performance evaluation.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed1995

Research review: the effect of barriers to communication on job satisfaction and perceived work productivity.

The article describes a study that examined the effects of communication barriers on job satisfaction and perceived work productivity. Data for this study were collected from a stratified random sample of health information management professionals (n = 237). In general, supervisors and employees had similar responses on all three measures. Both supervisors and employees focused on defensiveness and personality conflicts as important barriers to communication, personal satisfaction with work and job pride as the most satisfying elements of their work, and control over the work environment as the least satisfying work condition. Also in general, personality conflicts among workers and lack of organizational skills had the strongest effects on job satisfaction and perceived work productivity.

Communication Barriers↗
PubMed1994

Research review: implementing change in the work redesign process.

Recent technological and management innovations have placed increasing pressure on health information managers to become change agents in their respective health care organizations. This article focuses on how different groups of health care employees perceive and adapt to change. Findings suggest the way change is perceived and inculcated into daily routines is dependent on past experiences with change. To successfully implement change, therefore, management should take a personal rather than structural approach.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed1993

Exploitation: comparing sexual and violent imagery of females and males in advertising.

This study examines the way female and male models are portrayed in magazine advertisements. Specifically, we focus on differences in sex role stereotyping, sexual display of the body, and violent imagery. Data were collected from a stratified random sample of magazines displaying fashion and fitness advertisements (N = 254). Findings from the analysis show that females are more likely than males to be placed in submissive positions, sexually displayed, and subjects of violent imagery. Sexual display and violent imagery measures are the strongest predictors of subjective level of exploitation.

Advertising↗
PubMed1992

Sexual exploitation in advertising health and wellness products.

This paper examines the way women are portrayed by the media in photographs advertising health and wellness products. Data were collected from five different health and fitness magazines. For purposes of this study, only advertisements in which women appeared were used in the analysis (N = 191). Findings suggest that a high percent of advertisements: (1) place women in submissive positions to men; (2) place women in unnatural poses; (3) emphasize dismemberment of body parts; (4) focus on sexuality rather than wellness.

Advertising↗
PubMed1992

Myth of the empowering manager: communicating a vision.

As a manager, you control access to resources as well as social networks. Creating a communication environment open to change requires becoming more involved in the work experience. There are no shortcuts in developing a successful management style. To manage successfully requires a great deal of commitment and high levels of self-confidence, self-esteem, and professionalism on the part of management.

Decision Making, Organizational↗