Case Studies

MHA Accountable Care Compass Awards

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The Massachusetts Hospital Association (MHA) created the Accountable Care Compass Awards to highl...

February 29th, 2016
Using Digital Imaging to Reduce Errors in the Identification, Assessment and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers

Appropriate treatment for pressure ulcers requires accurate initial evaluation and the ability to...

February 1st, 2012
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Patient Safety in Imaging: A Multidimensional Approach for computerized Tomography Scans

The Jacobi Medical Center Department of Radiology analyzed the 15.3 percent rise in annual comput...

February 1st, 2012
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Using Process Redesign and the Electronic Health Record to Improve Timely Notification and Documentation of Critical Laboratory Values

Timely notification of critical laboratory values ensures prompt clinical intervention for potent...

February 1st, 2012
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Developing a Fast Track Lung Cancer System to Improve Patient Safety by Expediting Diagnosis, Follow-Up and Treatment

Missed or delayed cancer diagnoses are a frequent cause of patient harm and malpractice lawsuits ...

February 1st, 2012
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Implementation of TeamSTEPPS to Improve Communication, Patient Outcomes and Reduce Clinical Errors

Effective teamwork and communication techniques can improve quality and safety, decrease patient ...

February 1st, 2012
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Holy Cross Hospital Geriatric Emergency Department

Holy Cross HospitalSilver Spring, MD425 Beds The Problem Holy Cross is a not-for-profit teaching...

January 1st, 2012
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ED Improvements Led by Team

The Problem When the performance improvement team began to take stock of the situation in Advoca...

August 1st, 2009
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