NASHP

JANUARY 12, 2024

States have responded to this call for action and are integrating principles of equity and inclusivity into their state plans on aging. dual eligibles) will continue to enroll in integrated managed care special needs plans or D-SNPs (Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans). In 2024, people with Medicare and Medicaid coverage (i.e.,

Medicaid 62

Medicaid Nursing Accountability Integration 62

Healthcare It News

MARCH 30, 2022

It'll be accompanied by two reports that are expected to be released in the coming months: one looking at the characteristics of beneficiaries that use telehealth and Medicare, the other looking at program integrity risks associated with the use of telehealth.

Medicare 241

Medicare Medicaid Integration Quality of Care 241

NASHP

MARCH 22, 2024

States are hoping to achieve a number of goals with their MLTSS programs, including increasing access to home and community-based services, promoting care coordination, enhancing quality and beneficiary satisfaction, and mitigating cost growth.

Medicaid 73

Medicaid Nursing Medicare Integration 73

HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Program integrity staff from every state Medicaid program, and federal program staff working on Medicare, must consider the roles of both program integrity and analytics when combatting fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA)in the healthcare system. CMS has been focusing heavily on quality of care for the last decade.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Medicaid Integration Medicare 52

Accountable Care Doctors

JUNE 14, 2021

These insights were shared at the keynote discussion, “Leveraging Employer-Provider Partnerships to Curb Rising Health Care Costs and Improve Outcomes” at the World Health Care Congress (WHCC), held June 8?–?10. A growing demand for integrated mental health care. WHCC panelists were Stephen Parodi, M.D.

Primary Care 52

Primary Care Integration Quality of Care Accountability 52

HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

They were expected to provide a digital hub that would enable seamless communication and information sharing between providers, boost efficiency, improve the quality of care, and foster optimal patient and clinician experiences. Ultimately, the patient-provider relationship suffers, as does the quality of care.

Quality of Care 98

Quality of Care Accountability Patient Experience Hospitals 98

HIT Consultant

MAY 2, 2023

Andy Auerbach, Chief Revenue Officer of SafeRide Health As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, there is a growing need for innovative solutions that not only improve the quality of care but also make care more accessible.

Medicaid 96

Medicaid Regulations Medicare Integration 96

Accountable Care Doctors

JUNE 14, 2021

These insights were shared at the keynote discussion, “Leveraging Employer-Provider Partnerships to Curb Rising Health Care Costs and Improve Outcomes” at the World Health Care Congress (WHCC), held June 8?–?10. A growing demand for integrated mental health care. WHCC panelists were Stephen Parodi, M.D.

Primary Care 52

Primary Care Integration Quality of Care Accountability 52

Healthcare Success

MAY 31, 2022

It is well-established that longer patient wait times negatively impact patient satisfaction , specifically regarding patient confidence (in the provider) and perceived quality of care. Integrate virtual care services like telehealth/telemedicine. Offer hassle-free online appointment scheduling and rescheduling.

Private Practices 246

Private Practices Patient Experience Urgent Care Telemedicine 246

p3care

JUNE 13, 2023

MIPS represents a framework for providers’ accountability and their part in promoting standardized care. So, we can say that MIPS 2023 reporting depends on EHR integration and usage. Moreover, the focus on quality within MIPS contributes to maintaining a healthcare system that prioritizes and delivers excellent patient care.

Medicare 130

Medicare Quality of Care Accountability Integration 130

Home Health Care

MAY 15, 2023

Before joining LightSpring, Primavera also served as the director of business development and account management at CareGivers America, which is a part of Modivcare Inc. Caregiving in Philadelphia is such an integral part of the economy. I believe the basis for this agency to be successful is the quality of care,” Primavera said. “I

Quality Assurance 89

Quality Assurance Home Care Quality of Care Accountability 89

Healthcare Leadership Council

JULY 27, 2021

This is becoming an increasingly-seen trend across the nation since MBA programs help further physician knowledge in key areas such as finance, accounting, and microeconomics. For instance, the Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University (Alliance for Health Care) developed a dual MD/MBA program.

Doctors 75

Doctors Quality of Care Accountability Integration 75

Twistle

JULY 9, 2021

Adding remote patient monitoring (RPM) technology to a telehealth program increases access to care and enhances the quality of care delivery. Improved Quality of Care. When RPM data is integrated with patient engagement software, patients can receive real-time feedback, coaching, and encouragement.

Quality of Care 52

Quality of Care Integration Accountability Telemedicine 52

NASHP

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The “National Forum on Advancing High-Quality, Equitable Care Coordination for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs” centered on two key topics for improving care coordination systems for CYSHCN: integrated care coordination and the care coordination workforce.

Medicaid 98

Medicaid Integration Quality Improvement Accountability 98

Readiness Rounds

AUGUST 14, 2023

In hospitals, where patient experience is important and quality of care is non-negotiable, a subtle yet profound practice has emerged as a catalyst for positive change: Executive Leadership Rounds. It's imperative that the practice encompasses all departments, from housekeepers to security officers, accountants and beyond.

Performance improvement 52

Performance improvement Patient Experience Accountability Hospitals 52

GoMoHealth

JULY 7, 2021

Simply put, value-based care seeks to reduce spending while improving treatment outcomes. It ties reimbursement for treatment to the quality of care provided and rewards providers for both efficiency and effectiveness. Learn More.

Healthcare Providers 74

Healthcare Providers Integration Quality of Care Accountability 74

Best Medical Billing Company | Physicians Revenue Group, Inc.

MARCH 16, 2023

As such shady operations are the biggest cause of revenue drops, in addition to the quality of care provided to patients. highlights the importance of financial integrity and determines if the healthcare organization is regulating itself according to the current billing policies. Physicians Revenue Group, Inc.

Prevention 98

Prevention Medical Practitioners Regulations Quality of Care 98

Cloud Blogs

AUGUST 2, 2023

Care management in healthcare involves a complex web of patient information, communication, and manual processes that without integration can hinder the delivery of efficient and coordinated care. Figure 7: View the activities, care plans, and appointments in the care coordinator dashboard.

Quality of Care 95

Quality of Care Healthcare Care Transition Integration 95

HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Best in KLAS: Inpatient Clinical Care 340B Management Systems PharmaForce 340B Acute Care EMR: Large ( >400 Beds) Epic EpicCare Inpatient EMR Acute Care EMR: Midsize (151–400 Beds) Epic EpicCare Inpatient EMR Acute Care EMR: Small (1–150 Beds) MEDITECH Expanse Acute Care EMR Automated Dispensing Cabinets BD Pyxis MedStation ES Clinical Communications: (..)

Integration 52

Integration Population Health Patient Experience Nursing 52

Home Health Care

JUNE 9, 2022

In general, many organizations are not yet realizing value-based contracts and partnerships, but many also believe value-based care will drive business significantly in the near future. A training partner can help home care leaders prepare for this shift and provide the data needed to succeed under value-based programs.

Care Transition 104

Care Transition Quality of Care Accountability Medicaid 104

Health Populi

JULY 13, 2020

The EIU VBHC framework addresses four aspects of how technology can underpin value-based care: Ensuring standardization. Informing integrated communication, decisions, and processes. Driving efficiency and accountability. Capturing and sharing interoperable and transparent data.

Primary Care 106

Primary Care Medicare Accountability Hospitals 106

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 8, 2021

With rising costs, increased quality of care expectations, and access to an expanding array of choices in care, consumers are demanding greater control of their healthcare experiences – and their loyalty to any specific system or organization is tenuous.

Patient Experience 52

Patient Experience Integration Healthcare Innovation Quality of Care 52

Sheppard Health Law

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The five strategic objectives for advancing this systemwide transformation include (1) Drive Accountable Care, (2) Advance Health Equity, (3) Support Innovation, (4) Address Affordability, and (5) Partner to Achieve System Transformation. Strategic Objective 1: Drive Accountable Care.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicare Accountable Care Accountability 52

Briggs Healthcare

JULY 1, 2022

The overall policy goal of this proposed rule is to establish Conditions of Participation (CoPs) to ensure the health and safety of patients who will receive REH services in the most efficient manner possible, while taking into consideration the access and quality of care needs of an REH’s patient population.

Performance improvement 52

Performance improvement Hospitals Nursing Prevention 52

Icanotes

APRIL 2, 2024

Note: This calculation does not account for factors such as: extreme heat, medications, medical conditions, etc. ICANotes can enhance your practice's quality of care in a variety of ways, and seeing it in action is the best way to find out how our EHR can benefit you. If you’re unsure what you need, it's simple to calculate!

Regulations 52

Regulations Quality of Care Accountability Healthcare 52

HIT Consultant

JANUARY 3, 2023

Private equity firms, management services organizations (MSOs) and other strategic buyers see benefits in the ability to close these deals quickly, rapidly integrating the practices into their operations and improving earnings for a solid return on investment. Plan compensation structure that keeps clinicians motivated after deal closes.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Primary Care Medicare Integration 52

Icanotes

APRIL 2, 2024

Note: This calculation does not account for factors such as: extreme heat, medications, medical conditions, etc. ICANotes can enhance your practice's quality of care in a variety of ways, and seeing it in action is the best way to find out how our EHR can benefit you. If you’re unsure what you need, it's simple to calculate!

Regulations 40

Regulations Quality of Care Accountability Healthcare 40

NASHP

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Since 2014 (first under its “Dual Demo” demonstration and then later via D-SNP contracts), the state has enabled Medicaid MCOs to participate in value-based purchasing through its Integrated Care System Partnerships (ICSP) model. Enhance federal advance care planning requirements. The state and U.S. Goals Principles.

Medicaid 100

Medicaid Hospice Care Integration Regulations 100

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 14, 2021

We’re looking forward to hearing about the acceleration of technology-driven performance and accountability in healthcare. This could include continuous glucose monitoring devices that are integrated with mobile apps and better pulse oximetry and cardiac rhythm detection built into wearables.

Urgent Care 98

Urgent Care Healthcare Medicare Integration 98

HIT Consultant

JANUARY 30, 2023

Physical therapists are trained to constantly reassess their patients from a holistic viewpoint so that any changes are caught and accounted for in their plan of care. Consider, what happens if there are complications outside the scope of the AI to detect?

Physical Therapy 98

Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Population Health Doctors 98

NASHP

DECEMBER 14, 2021

One model for lowering high hospital prices is articulated in a March 2020 proposal from Chernew, Dafny and Pany, a group of economists with expertise in health care financing. The standards include requirements for: a primary care spend obligation, primary care practice transformation, behavioral health care integration, and.

Hospitals 112

Hospitals Primary Care Regulations Accountability 112

Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Maren Batalden, MD, MPH: the Chief Quality Officer at the Cambridge Health Alliance, an integrated community health system serving seven towns in metro-northwest Boston, Massachusetts, and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Children’s Hospital and the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

Patient Safety 86

Patient Safety Doctors Hospitals Healthcare 86

Icanotes

APRIL 13, 2021

The clearinghouse should use a secure connection compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). That efficiency saves you time and allows you to provide a higher quality of care to the people you treat. Consistency and Accountability with 835s. Do you bill electronically?

Accountability 59

Accountability Healthcare Providers Quality of Care Regulations 59

HIT Consultant

JANUARY 22, 2024

By focusing on integrated care, addressing social determinants, and promoting health equity, the IBH Model has the potential to significantly improve the lives of millions of Americans. Performance-based incentives will further encourage quality improvement throughout the implementation period.

Medicaid 97

Medicaid Quality of Care Integration Medicare 97

Sheppard Health Law

DECEMBER 12, 2022

CMS’s strategic refresh initiative aims to meet five objectives: drive accountable care, advance health equity, support care innovations, improve access and affordability, and establish partnerships to achieve these objectives. These models encourage providers to work together to coordinate care with a focus on quality.

Accountable Care 52

Accountable Care Accountability Primary Care Medicare 52

NASHP

MARCH 22, 2024

It includes examples from various states organized by the framework buckets: integrated primary and behavioral health care, crisis continuum of care, in-home and in-community based, and out-of-home and community.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Integration Primary Care Nursing 52

NASHP

AUGUST 31, 2023

State leaders play a critical role in convening key internal and external partners, implementing engagement and input processes that foster shared ownership and accountability toward goals at the state and community levels.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Accountability Public Health services Population Health 52