The notion of data and its quality dimensions
Information Processing and Management: an International Journal
Object-oriented development of a concept learning system for time-centered clinical data
Journal of Medical Systems
A Process Model Basis for Evolving Hospital Information Systems
Journal of Medical Systems
The Computer-Based Patient Record Challenges Towards Timeless and Spaceless Medical Practice
Journal of Medical Systems
Regional Variation in Medical Systems Data: Influences on Upcoding
Journal of Medical Systems
Clockspeed and Informational Response: Evidence From the Information Technology Industry
Information Systems Research
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The emergence of evidence-based medicine in the United States has created an industry-wide environment where the quality of data maintained by healthcare organizations is becoming a critical factor in the delivery of medical care. Such a transition necessitates a corresponding need for consistent data collection and maintenance methods. In this study results of a national survey of health information managers were used to assess prevalence of a standard data quality practice, the adoption of policies related to timeliness of data capture. Findings from this survey show that, on a national level, only a slight majority of respondents indicated adoption of timeliness policies. About 61% of respondents indicate they have policies and procedures addressing data timeliness, although persistent patterns of nonadoption were found. We examine how the timeliness of data collection might serve as part of an overall data collection strategy that managers can employ to improve the quality of their information.