Evaluating the Utilization of Routine Health Information by Healthcare Providers: A Critical Study
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v7i1.231Keywords:
Routine Health Information (RHI), Healthcare Providers, Information Utilization, Barriers to RHI, Healthcare DeliveryAbstract
Routine Health Information (RHI) plays a crucial role in enhancing healthcare delivery and patient outcomes by providing essential data for informed decision-making. Despite its significance, the utilization of RHI among healthcare providers remains inconsistent and suboptimal. This study aims to critically evaluate the utilization of RHI by healthcare providers, identifying current practices, barriers, and potential improvements. Using a mixed-methods approach, we collected data from a diverse sample of healthcare providers through surveys and in-depth interviews. Our findings reveal significant variations in RHI utilization, influenced by factors such as lack of training, inadequate infrastructure, and time constraints. Additionally, we identified systemic barriers including insufficient integration of RHI systems into daily workflows and limited support from healthcare administration. Based on these insights, we propose targeted strategies to enhance RHI utilization, such as improved training programs, better integration of RHI systems, and stronger institutional support. Our study underscores the need for comprehensive efforts to address the challenges in RHI utilization, ultimately aiming to improve healthcare quality and patient outcomes. The findings provide valuable implications for healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers, highlighting the importance of optimizing RHI systems for better healthcare delivery.
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