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The chief executive officer (CEO) is primarily responsible for determining the ultimate impact of information technology (IT) in a healthcare organization because the CEO holds the overall leadership and strategic direction of the organization. This role involves making high-level decisions that encompass all aspects of the organization, including how technology is utilized to improve healthcare delivery, enhance operational efficiencies, and drive organizational goals.

While the chief information officer (CIO) and chief technology officer (CTO) focus more on the implementation and management of IT systems, and the chief financial officer (CFO) oversees financial health and budgeting related to technology investments, it is the CEO who integrates these functions into the broader organizational strategy. The CEO assesses how IT initiatives align with the mission and vision of the organization, ensuring that technology investments yield positive outcomes for patient care and business performance. Ultimately, the CEO's decisions and strategic insights are critical to realizing the value of IT in the context of the organization’s overall objectives.