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Fundamentals of Administrative Functions

In: Health Care Management: Principles and Practice

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  • Syed Amin Tabish

    (Sher-i-Kashmir Inst. of Medical Sciences)

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Healthcare administration is a dynamic field that integrates elements from various professional disciplines, including business development, risk management, accounting, human relations, and regulatory compliance. It focuses on improving health service administration through cost–benefit analysis, operations research, financial management, and standards monitoring. Healthcare administrators play a pivotal role in overseeing complex systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing staff, analyzing quality indicators, and optimizing workflows. Their adaptability is crucial in a rapidly changing healthcare environment, where they bridge the gap between clinical care and organizational policies, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and staff well-being. Healthcare administration plays a critical role in organizational success by streamlining processes, optimizing resource utilization, and providing essential support to core operations. Effective planning involves choosing the best objectives, processes, policies, and programs. Healthcare administrators translate policies and innovations into services that meet patient and staff needs. They coordinate administrative functions such as scheduling, compliance, and financial management. Adaptability to changing laws, technology, and patient expectations is crucial for facility responsiveness. Leadership in healthcare extends beyond operations, guiding the sector toward advancements and better coverage. Diverse competencies, including communication, ethics, and evidence-based strategies, are essential for high-quality care. Innovations like telehealth and preventive programs shape the future of healthcare administration. Leadership in healthcare extends beyond overseeing operations; it involves guiding the sector toward future advancements and better health coverage, regardless of economic or insurance barriers. This forward-thinking approach addresses systemic issues like staff burnout and resource shortages, promoting sustainable healthcare practices. Healthcare administrators require diverse skills, including communication, understanding of laws and ethics, and evidence-based strategies. Innovations in healthcare, such as telehealth services and preventive programs, shape the future of administration.

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  • Syed Amin Tabish, 2024. "Fundamentals of Administrative Functions," Springer Books, in: Health Care Management: Principles and Practice, chapter 0, pages 239-291, Springer.
  • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-981-97-3879-3_13
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-97-3879-3_13
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