University of Illinois at Chicago
HIM 319- Alternative Health Records
1)
How does your state compare to the US “Utilization” rates?
Kentucky’s utilization rate is way higher than the US utilization rate.
2)
How does your state compare to the state of IL for “Readmission”, both 30 and
180 days?
It compares around the same for both 30 and 180 days. The numbers are
around the same.
3)
How do the two states compare on “Gender”? Similarity? Differences?
The two states have similar percentages for gender in both genders. They are around
the same.
4)
Is some optional data reported by one state that is not reported for the other?
No, there was no optional data.
5)
Briefly summarize the finding of Mental Health services in the state you were
assigned. Is there a need for more services, or better reporting? Discuss how
HIM professionals contribute to this data.
Kentucky’s rates were similar to Illinois and US rates. Kentucky’s mental health
services can be compared to US and Illinois on a similar level. HIM
professionals contribute to this data because they can advocate for better
mental health advocacy at their workplace.
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