Implementation of a business intelligence tool in a hospital billing sector: Applicability and potents

Authors

  • Leonardo Lavalhos Linke Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), Rio Grande do Sul
  • Tiago Zardin Patias Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), Rio Grande do Sul https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4560-6690
  • Sidnei Renato Silveira UFSM

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24883/eagleSustainable.v14i.461

Keywords:

Tecnologia, Informação, Decisão, Inteligência, Negócio

Abstract

Objective: This paper presents the process of implementing a Business Intelligence (BI) tool in a hospital billing department, emphasizing its applicability and potential from the perspective of the institution's managers. The general objective of the study was to implement a BI tool in the billing department of the Hospital de Caridade de Palmeira das Missões (HCPM).

Methodology/approach: The method chosen for this study was action research. After implementing the BI tool, a semi-structured interview was conducted with four participants directly involved in the process, in order to identify and analyze the applicability and potential of the tool from the perspective of these managers. The data was analyzed using content analysis.

Originality/Relevance: The results of the study were structured to highlight the analysis and comparison of BI tools available on the market, as well as defining which would be the most suitable for implementation in the scenario studied, taking into account the advantages and disadvantages of each one and the process of implementing the tool.

Main conclusions: Two categories emerged: 1) the tool as a possibility for improving processes and 2) the tool's potential and weaknesses. Based on the implementation of the tool, its use and evaluation by users, it can be concluded that its use provides support for the decision-making processes of the institution's managers, by providing reliable data and information.

Theoretical/methodological contributions: The elements discussed in the text validate the proposal to implement the BI tool by optimizing and qualifying the decision-making process.

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Author Biographies

Leonardo Lavalhos Linke, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), Rio Grande do Sul

Holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM), Frederico Westphalen campus (2017), a Higher Technology degree in Hospital Management from the International University Center (UNINTER) (2021), and a Bachelor's degree in Administration from the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM), Palmeira das Missões campus. Currently pursuing a specialization in Information Technology Management at UFSM, Frederico Westphalen campus, expected to be completed in the second semester of 2023. Certified by the Regional Administration Council (CRA/RS) under registration numbers TE-003515/O and RS-054553/P. Has 9 years of experience in data processing and public and private healthcare management. In the public sector, started professional development at the Municipal Health Department of Palmeira das Missões. In the private sector, has experience as a consultant and advisor in data processing, billing, and healthcare service management.

Tiago Zardin Patias, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), Rio Grande do Sul

PhD in Administration (2017) from the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM). Currently an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Santa Maria, Palmeira das Missões campus, teaching in the Daytime and Evening Administration programs. Also serves as a permanent faculty member of the Graduate Program in Agribusiness (PPGAGR), where he is currently the Deputy Coordinator. Research interests include Innovation, Sustainability, Agribusiness, Rural Tourism, and Public Policies.

Sidnei Renato Silveira , UFSM

PhD in Computer Science from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (2006), specializing in Artificial Intelligence. Currently an Associate Professor II at the Frederico Westphalen campus of the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM).

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Published

2024-12-16

How to Cite

Lavalhos Linke, L., Zardin Patias, T., & Silveira , S. R. (2024). Implementation of a business intelligence tool in a hospital billing sector: Applicability and potents. Journal of Sustainable Competitive Intelligence, 14, e0461. https://doi.org/10.24883/eagleSustainable.v14i.461

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