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Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are one of the most prevalent hospital-acquired infections. Although preventable, CAUTIs affect approximately 3.6 million people worldwide. The impact of CAUTIs has put enormous financial burdens on the healthcare system. CAUTIs have led to an increase in the length of stay and an increase in mortality and morbidity rates. The purpose of this quantitative correlational study is to explore the impact of hospital overall star ratings and the reimbursement rates (independent variables) imposed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on acute care hospitals in the United States when patients develop CAUTIs (dependent variable).  #newresearch #ACOs #valuebasedcare https://lnkd.in/drNadcNt

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a chronic and progressive lung disease that is currently the third leading cause of death worldwide. COPD is associated with acute exacerbations (flare-ups) that often occur with increasing frequency and intensity. While there is no cure for COPD at this time, most aspects of the disease are treatable. The purpose of our latest white paper, titled "COPD Patient 30-Day Hospital Readmission Reduction Program" is to describe the causes of unacceptably high 30-day readmission rates and to identify the principles and components of a methodology to prevent COPD patient readmissions. This white paper draws upon the experiences of an expert panel, as well as conclusions from clinical trials that have addressed the 30-day readmission problem and associated behavioral issues related to the need for pulmonary rehabilitation. Click here to read the full white paper: https://lnkd.in/dZt-9Uth #COPD #healthcare #lungdisease

Guideline Snapshot for Chronic Coronary Disease in 2023 The 2023 AHA/ACC Multisociety Guideline provides guidance for clinicians on managing patients with chronic coronary disease. This article will serve as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking the latest recommendations in this field. https://lnkd.in/d9hD4Bcr

“Key Points: Question Among patients with sepsis, is admission to a safety-net hospital associated with increased 30-day mortality and differences in discharge practices? Findings: In this cohort study of more than 2 million patients with sepsis, admission to safety-net hospitals was associated with higher in-hospital mortality, but not 30-day mortality. Admission to safety-net hospitals was associated with decreased discharge to hospice. Meaning: These findings suggest in-hospital mortality rates are associated with differences in discharge practices (eg, by shifting attribution of death from the index hospitalization to hospice), raising concern that current sepsis quality measures using in-hospital mortality could unfairly penalize safety-net hospitals." JAMA May 31, 2024

Patients in value-based arrangements experienced 5% fewer unnecessary hospital admissions compared to their fee-for-service counterparts, according to Humana's findings among its 2023 Medicare Advantage members. Since 2019, as Value-Based Care (VBC) engagement increased among members with chronic kidney disease, the company’s medical expense ratio for this group has dropped by over 12%. https://hubs.la/Q02BVtyC0

Value-based care is an important element that we should consider for sustainability in CKD and Dialysis.

Chronic kidney disease is expensive to treat. A full-risk, value-based care model controls those costs, but there are also benefits far beyond addressing just the disease itself. Learn more in this Modern Healthcare piece authored by our president and COO, David Pollack and CMO Dr. George Hart. #CKD #valuebasedcare 

Meta-analysis: Sepsis alert systems in EDs were associated with better patient outcomes – including reduced mortality – along with better adherence to sepsis management protocols. https://ja.ma/4d90UmQ

Managing chronic kidney disease patients is crucial to avoid complications. This blog post will walk you through How CCM and RPM combine to help with pre-dialysis for CKD Patients. Read More: https://lnkd.in/ex28SHU5 #healthtech #telehealth

In recent decades, there has been significant progress in understanding the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD), but CVD remains the leading cause of premature deaths worldwide. Managing chronic conditions like CVD requires ongoing care and patient participation, with medication adherence playing a pivotal role in reducing mortality and healthcare costs. DKSH Patient Solutions recognizes the significance of Patient Support Programs, which extend beyond prescriptions to assist CVD patients. Read more: https://okt.to/FBwaUE #DKSHInsights #DKSHHealthcare #PSPhere #patientsolutions #patientservices