Pioneering Excellence: A Comprehensive Review Of Data Governance And Health Information Management In Healthcare Administration

Abstract

Background: The research was carried out to understand the data governance and Health Information Management in Healthcare Administration in Saudi Arabia. Aim: The purpose of the systematic review is to carefully analyze the existing literature on data governance and health information management in healthcare administration. Method: A systematic search of databases including PubMed and Google Scholar was conducted to identify relevant studies published between 2011-2023. The inclusion criteria for this study consisted of selecting articles written in English that specially examined data governance and health information management. Additionally, the chosen articles had to use well-established scales for measurement and provide valuable data on data governance and health information management in the hospital setting. After initial screening and quality assessment, twelve studies were included in the synthesis. Results: It revealed a consistent link between data governance strategies and health information management systems in healthcare administration. Data governance (DG) and Health Information Management (HIM) were identified as advantageous factors in mitigating and fostering a positive impact on healthcare administration. Conclusion: The review underscores the shortcomings and importance of data governance and health information management systems in healthcare administration for healthcare professionals and patients. The research concluded that the importance of data governance (DG) and Healthcare Information Management (HIM) holds potential effective ways to enhance patient services and develop strategies at the national level in forecasting the future of healthcare in Saudi Arabia.