Authors
Latest:
Comparative Efficacy of Ezetimibe/Simvastatin, Rosuvastatin, and Atorvastatin in Uncontrolled Hyperlipidemia PatientsEfficacy of switching statin therapy from generic simvastatin was examined in a VA population. Ezetimibe/simvastatin was more potent than atorvastatin or rosuvastatin in lowering LDL.
Latest:
Spending Variation Among ACOs in the Medicare Shared Savings ProgramAnalysis of spending differences among accountable care organizations (ACOs) may help identify cost savings opportunities. We examined the magnitude and sources of spending variation among ACOs over 4 years.
Latest:
Increasing Consumerism in Healthcare Through Intelligent Information TechnologyCreating a healthcare consumer is more likely than ever before thanks to innovations in information technology, but the benefits are not yet fully realized.
Latest:
The Utility of Cost Discussions Between Patients With Cancer and OncologistsMany patients with cancer desire cost discussions with doctors, but those discussions are rare. Nevertheless, cost discussions may lower patient costs-usually without altering treatment.
Latest:
The Underuse of Carotid Interventions in Veterans With Symptomatic Carotid StenosisFor patients with symptomatic severe (>70%) carotid stenosis carotid endarterectomy is highly effective at reducing the risk of subsequent stroke; however few eligible Veterans appear to be receiving this procedure.
Latest:
Comparing Variation in Medicare and Private Insurance Spending in TexasWe found that, in 2008, variations across Texas in total spending and inpatient utilization are similar in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Medicare.
Latest:
Wait Times, Patient Satisfaction Scores, and the Perception of CareClinic wait times do not just affect overall patient satisfaction, but also specifically affect the perception of providers and the quality of care.
Latest:
Lynch Syndrome Screening Implementation: Business Analysis by a Healthcare SystemThis study synthesized published evidence on Lynch syndrome screening and expanded that evidence to match the decision needs of internal decision makers.
Latest:
Contributor: Sharpening All the Tools in the Value Assessment ToolboxA German-style fair value/pricing committee may be in the works for the United States. However, government payers still have work to do before implementing a value assessment system.
Latest:
Effects of Standardized Outreach for Patients Refusing Preventive Services: A Quasiexperimental Quality Improvement StudyEducational outreach did not seem to be a promising strategy to promote preventive services use among patients who refused services recommended by their physician.
Latest:
Stimulating Comprehensive Medication Reviews Among Medicare Part D BeneficiariesThis article describes a study of an intervention to engage Medicare Part D beneficiaries in obtaining a comprehensive medication review.
Latest:
Advancing Performance Measurement in OncologyThe American Society of Clinical Oncology Quality Oncology Practice Initiative has grown to include 973 practices as of 2010. Practices demonstrated rates of end-of-life care and other measures of quality.
Latest:
Effect of High-Deductible Insurance on Health Care Use in Bipolar DisorderHigh-deductible health plan members with bipolar disorder experienced a reduction in nonpsychiatrist mental health provider visits but no changes in other utilization.
Latest:
Outcomes Trends for Acute Myocardial Infarction, Congestive Heart Failure, and Pneumonia, 2005-2009The 3 core measures of acute myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, and pneumonia are the leading causes of hospital admissions and expenditures. Our study sets the benchmark foundation for outcome evaluations of CMS’s value-based purchasing program and the Affordable Care Act.
Latest:
Health Plan—Provider Accountable Care Partnerships: How Have They Evolved?Although health plan accountable care models have evolved provider readiness, data, analytics, and the use of performance measurement are important components of plan-provider partnerships.
Latest:
Finding Solutions for Cancer Patients: The American Cancer Society's Health Insurance Assistance ServiceSince 2005, American Cancer Society has sponsored the Health Insurance Assistance Service, a unique initiative to help cancer patients navigate the private coverage system and to educate policy makers about how coverage works for patients with this serious and chronic condition.
Latest:
Effective Implementation of Collaborative Care for Depression: What Is Needed?Factors most important for successful implementation of collaborative care for depression differ for patient activation versus achieving remission; both are critical to program success.
Latest:
Gatekeeping and Patterns of Outpatient Care Post Healthcare ReformIs specialist “gatekeeping” in modern health maintenance organization (HMO) insurance associated with differences in outpatient care? The study finds that HMO gatekeeping may meaningfully reduce specialist utilization.
Latest:
Shifting Cardiovascular Care to Nurses Results in Structured Chronic CareThis study sought to explore if shifting care to nurses in cardiovascular risk management in primary care is a key to more structured chronic care.
Latest:
Ambulatory Care–Sensitive Emergency Visits Among Patients With Medical Home AccessPatients often self-refer to the emergency department (ED) for management of an ambulatory care–sensitive condition, and the ED may be the most appropriate care location.
