Applying Weighting Methodologies to a Commercial Database to Project US Census Demographic Data
September 24th 2015This study tests the feasibility of projecting commercial insurance demographic information to the US Census population, and creating the framework for a simple weighting scheme.
Complex interventions from hospital settings mapped to Omaha System terms commonly used in community care; demonstrating its potential as a tool for interoperability across settings.
ACOs: What Every Care Coordinator Needs in Their Tool Box
September 24th 2015This article examines the features a care coordinator should look for in care coordination tools to ensure they meet the needs of patients, the care team, and the care coordinator.
Optimizing the Effect of Electronic Health Records for Healthcare Professionals and Consumers
September 24th 2015Electronic databases promote a safe environment for healthcare professionals by facilitating retrospective analysis of errors; however, providers should make significant changes to how they handle patient information.
A Physician-led Accountable Care Organization: From Award to Implementation
September 24th 2015Gaps in ACO implementation readiness are identified as appointment reminders, referral follow-ups, care management, care transition alerts, clinical quality measure knowledge, and resources.