Congratulations! You have successfully made it to the final module of HIM
350. You have put a great deal of effort into understanding the complexity
of healthcare technologies and communications. The knowledge you have
acquired will be advantageous as you continue or advance in your health
information management career.
This final module will focus on the future of health information management
and exchanges. Based on what you have learned in the course, as well as
the potential for technological and operational progression, you will discuss
your vision for the evolution of HIE. The healthcare industry is evolving, and
the transformation driven by communications and technologies is
guaranteed to leave it in a significantly different state. You will need to
determine the factors that are essential to achieving your vision. Consider
the implications, obstacles, stakeholder impact, and industry readiness.
The goal of this course was to equip you with the knowledge essential for
working with healthcare communications and technologies. We hope the
lessons and experiences you had in this course have increased your interest
in and enthusiasm for the field of health information management.
