by Keri McDermott | Sep 27, 2018 | Archived
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Consortium for Quality Improvement & Survey & Certification Operations is hosting a virtual Collaborative WebEx to discuss the role of data in the opioid crisis. Attend this WebEx to learn more about...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 25, 2018 | Archived
Nearly 125 nursing home employees took the opportunity to learn more about sepsis, Multidrug-Resistant Organisms (MDROs) and Clostridium difficile Infection (CDI) during a series of learning sessions offered in August and September. The Wizard of Oz production was the...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 25, 2018 | Archived
Each of the four Great Plains QIN states partnered with their Governor’s Offices to issue a proclamation recognizing September as Sepsis Awareness Month in each state. “We are working throughout our four-state region to share information and resources on...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 24, 2018 | Archived
Every 20 minutes an older adult dies from a fall in the United States.¹ Each year, millions of older people – those 65 and older – fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 21, 2018 | Archived
What Is Teach-Back? Attend a WebEx, hosted by the Great Plains QIN, to learn more. Tuesday, October 23, 2018 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT Register Now What Is Teach-Back? A way to make sure you—the healthcare provider—explained information clearly; it is not a test or...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 18, 2018 | Archived
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, nearly one in five Medicare consumers discharged from the hospital is readmitted within 30 days. Transitions for care are especially critical after a major medical procedure or health crisis to ensure a...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 18, 2018 | Archived
The World Heart Federation (WHF) recognizes World Heart Day on September 29 to increase awareness about heart disease and stroke, the world’s leading causes of death, which claims 17.3 million lives each year. The observance promotes preventive measures that reduce...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 17, 2018 | Archived
Medication Safety Learning and Action Network WebEx Event: Exploring Pain Management Strategies Wednesday, October 10, 2018 2:00 – 3:30 PM (CT) All healthcare providers, partners and beneficiaries are welcome to attend! This Medication Safety Learning and Action...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 11, 2018 | Archived
World Sepsis Day is an initiative by the Global Sepsis Alliance, a non-profit charity organization with the mission to provide global leadership to reduce the worldwide burden of sepsis. World Sepsis Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight...
by Keri McDermott | Sep 10, 2018 | Archived
As a valued partner in our quality improvement activities, we are pleased to share with you the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) 2017 Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) Program Progress Report, which highlights how Quality Innovation...
