Submit Your Healthcare Systems Research
Join leading health services researchers publishing evidence-based studies on healthcare delivery, policy, quality improvement, and health informatics
Choose Your Submission Method
We offer two convenient online submission pathways designed to accommodate different researcher preferences. Both methods ensure your healthcare systems research receives expert peer review from specialists in health services, healthcare policy, quality improvement, and health informatics.
ManuscriptZone Portal
Our comprehensive manuscript management system provides full tracking, auto-save functionality, and real-time status updates throughout the peer review process.
- Create a secure account for manuscript tracking
- Auto-save feature prevents data loss
- Real-time status updates and reviewer comments
- Guided workflow for complete submissions
- Access revision history and correspondence
- Manage multiple submissions in one dashboard
Best for: Researchers who want comprehensive tracking and management of their healthcare systems research submissions.
Submit via ManuscriptZoneQuick Submission Form
A streamlined submission process for straightforward healthcare policy studies, quality improvement reports, and health informatics research that don't require extensive tracking.
- No account creation required
- Simple, fast submission process
- Complete submission in under 15 minutes
- Ideal for straightforward manuscripts
- Immediate confirmation email
- Direct upload of all files
Best for: Quick submissions of health services research without the need for ongoing portal access.
Use Quick Submission FormHealthcare Systems Research We Publish
Clinical and Practical Nursing (JCPN) specializes in health services research that advances healthcare delivery, policy, quality, and informatics. Our expert reviewers evaluate research across multiple healthcare systems domains, ensuring rigorous peer review by specialists who understand your field.
Healthcare Policy Analysis
Systematic evaluations of healthcare policies, regulatory frameworks, health insurance systems, and policy implementation studies.
Quality Improvement Studies
Evidence-based quality improvement initiatives, patient safety research, performance metrics, and healthcare quality assessment methodologies.
Health Informatics Research
Electronic health records, health information systems, clinical decision support, telemedicine, and digital health technology evaluations.
Healthcare Delivery Models
Comparative effectiveness research, care coordination studies, integrated care models, and healthcare delivery system innovations.
Health Economics Research
Cost-effectiveness analyses, health technology assessments, resource allocation studies, and healthcare financing research.
Healthcare Workforce Studies
Provider workforce research, staffing models, professional education, workforce planning, and healthcare human resources.
Systematic Reviews
Comprehensive evidence syntheses on healthcare systems topics, meta-analyses of health services interventions, and scoping reviews.
Methodology Papers
Novel research methodologies for health services research, measurement instruments, evaluation frameworks, and analytical approaches.
Short Communications
Preliminary findings, pilot studies, brief reports on healthcare systems innovations, and rapid communications on urgent health services topics.
Pre-Submission Checklist
Ensure your healthcare systems research manuscript is ready for submission by verifying all required components are complete and properly formatted. This checklist helps streamline the peer review process.
Transparent Peer Review Timeline
We believe in transparency throughout the publication process. Our healthcare systems research specialists provide expert peer review with clear timelines at every stage.
What happens during peer review? Your healthcare systems research is evaluated by 2-3 expert reviewers with specialized knowledge in health services, healthcare policy, quality improvement, or health informatics. Reviewers assess methodological rigor, contribution to the field, and relevance to healthcare systems practice and policy.
Why Healthcare Systems Researchers Choose JCPN
Peer review by specialists in health services research, healthcare policy, quality improvement, and health informatics
Your research gains worldwide visibility through indexing in Google Scholar, connecting it with the global scientific community.
Average time to first decision: 21 days with transparent communication throughout
Immediate global access to your healthcare systems research with no subscription barriers
Committed to COPE publication ethics, transparent peer review, and rigorous standards. We handle misconduct allegations seriously and fairly.
Article processing charge waivers available for eligible researchers from low-income countries
Submission Requirements for Healthcare Systems Research
Manuscript Preparation
Your healthcare systems research manuscript should be prepared according to the following specifications to ensure efficient peer review:
- File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX (.tex) with all source files
- Length: Varies by article type (see specific guidelines above), excluding references and appendices
- Formatting: Double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, continuous line numbering
- Structure: Title page, abstract, keywords, main text (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion), acknowledgments, references
- Methods Reporting: Follow CONSORT for trials, STROBE for observational studies, PRISMA for systematic reviews, or SQUIRE for quality improvement
- Statistical Analysis: Clearly describe statistical methods, software used, and significance levels
- Data Availability: Include data availability statement (public repository, upon request, or restricted access with justification)
Figures and Tables
- Quality: Minimum 300 DPI resolution for all figures
- Format: TIFF, EPS, or high-quality PDF for figures; editable format for tables
- Captions: Descriptive captions that allow figures/tables to be understood independently
- Permissions: Written permission for any previously published figures or adapted materials
Ethics and Compliance
- Human Subjects: IRB/ethics committee approval required for all studies involving human participants or health data
- Informed Consent: Documentation of informed consent procedures
- Patient Privacy: Ensure all patient data is de-identified according to HIPAA or equivalent standards
- Competing Interests: Full disclosure of financial and non-financial competing interests
- Funding: Acknowledgment of all funding sources and grant numbers
Ready to Submit Your Healthcare Systems Research?
Join researchers advancing healthcare delivery, policy, quality, and informatics. Our expert peer reviewers are ready to evaluate your contribution to health services research.
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