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Only 20 percent of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients at the hospital were properly diagnosed and staged with spirometry. Because of this, care was not evidence based, and there was poor coordination between sites of care. The team developed a COPD program spanning the continuum of…
Care for people with multiple chronic health conditions is often fragmented, resulting in increased use of high-cost services, without necessarily achieving better outcomes. Read how Ellis Medicine is connecting the dots for patients. This case study is part of the Healthcare Association of New…
Some patients have difficulty effectively managing their medications because they don't fully understand the importance of proper dosage, when to take their medication and how drugs interact. Read how Ellenville Regional Hospital implemented safety checks that benefit its patients. This case…
Health care organizations are in varying stages of clinical and financial integration as they pursue the transformational change necessary for successful population health management. This AHA/Truven Health collaborative webinar presents a strategic framework for population health, recognizing the…
Improving patient safety, leading multiple improvement efforts and moving to value-based care: The AHA's Hospitals in Pursuit of Excellence initiative supports hospitals' and health care systems' efforts in these areas with resources created to accelerate performance and quality improvement and…
Whether cheering for soccer, tennis, baseball, softball or another sport, fans no doubt have witnessed the robust and disciplined preparation of star athletes in their field. Using a disciplined and robust financial planning process can guide hospitals and care systems navigating the challenging…