A survey on effective clinical coding and indexing in achieving effective health information management system in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi Department: Health Information Management By: Godstimearinze Project ID: 7504 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦3000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThe study evaluated the effectiveness of clinical coding and indexing in achieving an efficient health information management system (HIMS) at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria. Clinical coding translates diagnoses into standardized codes to enable analysis. However, complex systems, lack of trained coders, and variability in practices challenge coding efficiency critical for HIMS quality. A questionnaire surveyed 52 health records staff on coding/indexing efficiency, methods, and barriers. Percentage analysis and chi-square hypothesis testing were applied. 71% used electronic medical/health records for coding but 36% reported low coding efficiency. 75% utilized ICD-10 yet only 39% felt it impacted health policymaking and 25% indicated no standardized methods. 77% agreed high coding quality enables analytics and research. Key challenges were complex systems (31%), coder shortage (29%), and lack of standardization (21%). Hypothesis testing using chi-square confirmed there are variable efficiency levels (X265.93.84). Despite adopting electronic records, clinical coding and indexing efficiency levels are inconsistent in enabling optimized health information management. Standardizing training, guidelines, and infrastructure is critical to improve effectiveness. The recommendations include Training programs for qualified coders, developing standardized guidelines, Complexity of systems requires evaluation, Enhance technology infrastructure, and policies supporting coding practices. Addressing key coding/indexing barriers will strengthen health information management systems, data reliability, and service delivery for this healthcare facility...Preview Download Preview +Other Health Information Management project topics and materials you might be interested in»Analysis of filing system and consequences of misfiling»Evaluation of the problems and constraints facing health record keeping and professionals»Impact of health information management in healthcare delivery»Assessment of challenges of health information management practice in General Hospital Ilorin, Kwara State»Analysis of filing system and consequences of misfiling patients health records in University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Kwara state»A study into causes of misfiling among health information management professionals in health records department - case study of University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Kwara state»Evaluation of confidentiality of patient health records among hospital staff»Factors militating against effective documentation in health care delivery system in University of Benin Teaching Hospital Benin City, Edo state»Effect of lack of health information computerization in the primary health care system»Evaluation of patient appointment system - a case study of university of Ilorin teaching hospital»Causes and consequences of breach of confidentiality of patient health information in Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos state»Impact of health statistics in the health care delivery system at University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara State»Impact of electronic medical records on patients waiting time in health care delivery system in Federal Medical Center, Asaba, Delta state»Evaluation of the importance of health information management in primary health care»Knowledge and perception of health information management professionals on electronic coding for quality clinical data in University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara state