Quality Management in Health Care

metrics 2024

Elevating standards in health care management.

Introduction

Quality Management in Health Care is a revered peer-reviewed journal published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, dedicated to advancing the understanding and implementation of quality management principles within the healthcare sector. With an ISSN of 1063-8628 and E-ISSN 1550-5154, this journal has established its reputation through the dissemination of rigorous research and innovative practices that address critical issues in care planning, health policy, and leadership management. The journal is ranked in the Q3 quartile across multiple categories, including Care Planning and Health Policy, demonstrating its significance in the evolving landscape of health management. Although it does not currently offer Open Access options, its blend of theoretical and practical insights makes it an essential resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students keen on enhancing quality and effectiveness in health services. This journal continues to play a vital role in shaping best practices and fostering a culture of quality excellence in healthcare, aligning with its objective to refine organizational practices and improve patient outcomes.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.31
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.10
H-Index38
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.10
Influence0.36
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life8.30
Citing Half Life7.40
JCI0.36
Total Documents938
WOS Total Citations524
SCIMAGO Total Citations2281
SCIMAGO SELF Citations145
Scopus Journal Rank0.31
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.96
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.98
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.98

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Care Planning in Nursing
Rank #5/10
Percentile 50.00
Quartile Q3
Health (social science) in Social Sciences
Rank #208/371
Percentile 43.94
Quartile Q3
Health Policy in Medicine
Rank #201/310
Percentile 35.16
Quartile Q3
Leadership and Management in Nursing
Rank #28/40
Percentile 30.00
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 140/174
Percentile 19.80
Quartile Q4
HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 99/118
Percentile 16.50
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 153/175
Percentile 12.57
Quartile Q4
HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 109/119
Percentile 8.40
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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