Information technology Director at MedNet International (MNI) Greece, Gerry Raftopoulos, was in Dubai recently to appraise the efficiency of the information technology systems employed at MedNet UAE. He also discussed future plans for utilizing IT to improve the delivery and management of health care services.
MedNet UAE currently employs advanced information technology systems for functioning which in turn helps the organization provide quality service to its clients at a lower cost. MedNet UAE's IT requirements are met by MNI. MedNet UAE has an online presence currently under Phase II development. This includes an extranet for partners.
The service spectrum of MedNet UAE, located in Dubai Internet City, includes medical insurance for individuals and corporates through first class insurance companies, third party management and handling of medical employee benefits, arrangement and facilitation of specialized medical treatment overseas and a range of consulting services including risk management, strategy development, business process optimization and TPA/MSO procedures.
MNI specializes in health management services and was set up in 1990. Realising the importance of Information Technology in the delivery and management of healthcare services, MNI established a separate IT division in Athens, Greece in 1995. Through this dedicated division, MNI supports local MedNet operations worldwide by providing IT services and solutions best suited to their needs. — (menareport.com)
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