Transforming Healthcare Through Technology
Abstract
Healthcare systems have been transformed by technology, improving operational effectiveness and patient care. This chapter explores key innovations like Electronic Health Records (EHRs), telehealth, and healthcare analytics, offering practical strategies for maximizing patient outcomes and streamlining operations. It emphasizes best practices in EHR implementation, telehealth infrastructure, and patient-centered care models. The role of artificial intelligence, health monitoring wearables, and modern diagnostics in enhancing care delivery is also highlighted. Additionally, the importance of nurturing trust, empathy, and communication in doctor-patient relationships (DPR) is analyzed. The chapter further covers revenue cycle management, including billing simplification, denial minimization, and data-driven insights to boost financial health. Quality improvement initiatives are discussed as essential to elevating patient outcomes and maintaining compliance
Fields of Study & Subjects
Electronic Health Records Systems
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Advancing Equity in Global Healthcare Systems
- Publisher
- IGI Global Scientific Publishing
- Pages
- 239–268
- Publication date
- 29 January 2026
- Language
- NG
- Document type
- Book chapter