Week 1 Discussion Board: Health Informatics: Shaped by the Past, Driving the Future
Overview
The purpose of the discussion board is to collaborate and engage with classmates and instructor on lesson's topics. Students should make attempts to move the conversation forward with peers by making suggestions, asking questions, or elaborating on
statements. Critical thinking and engagement are key components of a successful discussion.  Be sure that writing demonstrated an understanding of the subject, proper grammar and punctuation, and evidence of critical thought.  Refer to the instructions and rubric below for guidance on expectations.
Part One: Initial Post (must be at least 150 words)

Instructions:
Healthcare data systems have undergone significant transformation over the last century. As future health informaticists, it's essential to understand how historical context informs current practice and leadership.
In your post:
1. Identify a key historical event or milestone (e.g., development of DRGs, HIPAA, EHR adoption, HITECH Act).
2. Explain how it transformed health data practices and why it was significant to the evolution of health informatics.
3. Reflect on how this transformation has shaped the roles and responsibilities of health informatics professionals today.
Be sure to support your post with at least one scholarly reference or credible source.

Requirements:

 Initial Post Due: Day 3 by 11:59 p.m.​
 Responses to Peers: By Day 7 at 11:59 p.m.​
 Word Count: 250–300 words

Be sure to substantiate your discussion with at least two scholarly references, which will