Master Patient Index Summary

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This article is about the master patient index (MPI) which is a database that is used in a healthcare organization to maintain consistent and accurate information about each patient registered by a healthcare organization. (Rouse, 2017) A master patient index uses algorithms to constantly look for duplicate records in a healthcare organizations registration system. Some example of that would be an each for the patient’s name, medical record number, social security number, insurance company or healthcare provider. The algorithm determines whether records belong to the same patient or if more research is needed. There are two types of algorithms that and EMPI uses to match patient records probabilistic and deterministic. Probabilistic matching assigns a rank to data elements established on a specific standard level and scores the probability that two or more records belong to …show more content…

Another thing that MPI’s do is that it allows for task management, integration, and reporting. MPI’s allow for task management meaning if a clear decision cannot be made automatically the analyst will get involved in the research. MPI’s allow the analyst to prioritize the tasks by making it easier for the analyst to see what group of patients need to get cleared first for example active patients would hold high priority. Integration is a major part of an MPI, it allows registration systems to keep in sync, making sure registration updates that are captured by the hospital are in the ambulatory system. The last thing that an MPI does is that it provides reporting. It allows the analyst to see the number of duplicate patient records and who created them, see whether tasks are getting completed on time, ensure that data integrity and policies are being followed. Overall an MPI is very important for accuracy and integrity of patient

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