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Introduction

The success of health information technology solutions does not solely rely on successful implementation. It also relies on successful provider adoption of the technologies. Without provider adoption, the technology tools may be present, but the full benefits of the technology will likely not be recognized. Health care organization are investing a significant amount of capital into health information technology with the expectation of a return on their investments. The informaticist can play an important role in fostering the necessary provider adoption by bridging the gap between the providers and the IT department. For this assignment you will create a paper to represent your position on provider adoption.

Instructions

In your paper,

• Evaluate the importance of provider adoption of technology.

Discuss reasons why providers resist technology adoption.

Elaborate on two to three techniques to improve provider adoption.

Discuss the value the informaticist brings to provider adoption.

As you prepare your final presentation, you will want to incorporate provider adoption techniques into your presentation. You will not have an actual slide entitled Provider Adoption since the techniques are more about delivery and interaction with the providers. However, you are presenting to stakeholders, and since the scenario involves provider workflow, providers are key stakeholders. You should keep this in mind as you plan out the delivery of your presentation. This paper will allow you to explore and research provider adoption and key stakeholder to help incorporate these concepts into your final presentation.