Health information systems, like most technologies, face issues with data input and information output. Major issues of health information systems may vastly impact the accessibility and/or integrity of patient-protected health information (PHI). Health care leaders are continuously concerned about PHI quantity, quality, security, and efficiency. In a minimum of 300 words, address the following points in your discussion:

• Define the terms "gap" and "parity" as they relate to health information systems.

• List the main categories of information and data.

• Discuss three ways in which data can be monitored for quality. What happens when data quality is compromised?

• Discuss the health care industry rating in terms of information systems adoption.