What role do you have in data input relative to quality improvement?
When presenting a quality improvement project, it is important to have appropriate data to support your argument. Organizations can use data from these projects to improve patient care, decrease infection rates, and increase reimbursement. Data sources can start with the organizations EHR and extend to the state and national level. Below in the resources section […]
What is meant by the phrase “Recovery is a process?”
What is meant by the phrase “Recovery is a process?” Compare and contrast ‘short-term’ recovery with ‘long-term’ recovery. Define sustainability and the key elements that promote sustainable recovery. From a systems theory perspective, how would you organize a disaster recovery planning team? Which systems would you want to use as the key foci of your […]
Explain any policy ramifications for health insurance exchanges going forward. Are state health insurance exchanges still a good idea? Why or why not?
Law and Ethics in Healthcare Week 10 Discussion Health Insurance Accessibility Federal and state governments have spent millions of taxpayer dollars to create a website through which consumers can purchase healthcare insurance in the open market. The federal government operates healthcare.gov. Some states have opted not to utilize the federal government’s exchange and approach it […]
Week 10 Assignment Capital Budget
Week 10 Assignment Healthcare Finance Capital Budgeting There are many options to buy capital, including cash purchases, loans, leasing, and other forms of payment. Your goal as a healthcare manager is to determine which method is best for your organization, given its financial and organizational structure (i.e., for-profit or not-for-profit). Time value of money and […]
Chest Pain and Dyspnea: Diagnostic Reasoning in Primary Care CASE STUDY 2
Ms. L.T. is a 61-year-old female presenting with intermittent chest tightness and exertional dyspnea for 3 weeks. History: · PMH: Hypertension, tobacco use (30 pack-years), anxiety · Medications: Amlodipine 5 mg daily · Symptoms: Chest discomfort radiating to jaw, relieved by rest Vitals: · BP: 156/88 mmHg · HR: 96 bpm Initial Findings: · EKG: […]