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Patient Matching

By:
Ivette
Ayala
The healthcare administration concern that this paper emphasizes is patient matching challenges. Patient matching is a chief factor in data integrity issues within the electronic health record. Inaccurate patient matching is the leading cause of poor-quality care at the provider level and through the health information exchange. Study shows that selecting a unique patient-matching algorithm can reduce duplicate medical records and diminish the risk of harm or death caused by medical errors. A group of healthcare workers took a survey on patient matching. Survey results show that patient matching is a concern across the healthcare industry.
Published:
January 5, 2023
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Dr. Frank M. Valier, a Distinguished Professor and certified IBM-CAIFE professional, brings exceptional leadership to healthcare education as the publisher and editor of the prestigious "Journal of Healthcare Administration and Policy." Throughout his distinguished 25-year career, he has demonstrated excellence in administration, graduate-level teaching, scholarly research, and academic publication.

At Charter Oak State College in New Britain, Connecticut, Dr. Valier serves as the lead faculty instructor where he has revolutionized the Master of Healthcare Administration program through his development and instruction of its cornerstone Capstone course. His innovative teaching methods and curriculum design reflect his deep understanding of both healthcare administration and information technology.

Dr. Valier earned his Doctor of Business Administration in Information Technology Management from Nova Southeastern University, specializing in Health Information Systems. His groundbreaking dissertation, "A Primary Study of the Perception of Characteristics of Innovation during Pre-Diffusion Stage," earned recognition from the Association of Information Systems with a Best Paper Award nomination. This seminal work, published in the "Journal of International Technology and Information," demonstrates his significant contributions to understanding technology adoption in healthcare settings.

As an educator, Dr. Valier exemplifies the transformative power of engaged teaching. His approach combines rigorous academic standards with genuine enthusiasm for student success, creating an environment where complex healthcare concepts become accessible and meaningful. Students consistently praise his ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application, a skill that aligns perfectly with Charter Oak State College's mission of providing relevant, career-focused education.

Contact Information:

Frank M. Valier, D.B.A., IBM - CAIFE

‍Healthcare Sciences and Technology Department

‍Charter Oak State College
185 Main Street
New Britain, CT 06051

Email:  fvalier@charteroak.edu

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