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www.ahrq.gov/data/apcd/backgroundrpt/references.html
April 01, 2017 - Inventory and Prioritization of Measures To Support the Growing Effort in Transparency Using All-Payer Claims Databases
References
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Inventory and Prioritization of Measures To Support the Growing Effort in Transparency Using All-Payer Claims Databases
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/tools-and-materials/55-ohio-hhoi-payer-survey.pdf
May 01, 2022 - Heart Healthy Ohio Initiative Payer Survey
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Heart Healthy Ohio Initiative Payer Survey
Dear potential collaborators,
Thank you to…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/qitoolkit/d2-projectcharter.pdf
December 23, 2009 - INSTRUCTIONS: Project Charter
AHRQ Quality Indicators Toolkit
INSTRUCTIONS
Project Charter
What is this tool? The purpose of the project charter is to describe the performance improvement
rationale, goals, barriers, and anticipated resources to which the team will commit.
Who are the target audiences? St…
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www.ahrq.gov/practiceimprovement/delivery-initiative/ihs/chap5tab19.html
December 01, 2017 - Table 19. Utilization of outpatient health services by health status. All project sites. Fiscal year 2010.
ARRA Grants Initiative
Findings from a set of 16 grants on improving delivery systems and on spreading evidence-based practices through delivery systems; recommendations and methods for advancing deliver…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sdm/share-approach/share-conversation-starters.pdf
October 01, 2024 - The SHARE Approach: Conversation Starters
The SHARE Approach:
Conversation Starters
The SHARE Approach provides five elements to guide shared decision-making
discussions with patients. These can be used in any order, and you may need to use
some of the elements multiple times to reach a decision with your…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/ncepcr/resources/job-aid-intro-qi.pdf
June 02, 2025 - Job Aid: Introduction to Quality Improvement
Primary Care Practice Facilitator
Training Series
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Job Aid: Introduction to Quality Improvement
Quality Improvement (QI) Basics
The QI Process
You will be helping practices to:
Identify areas for improvement.
Set goals.
Develop a plan that…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/ncepcr/resources/job-aid-model-pdsa.pdf
June 02, 2025 - Job Aid: Model for Improvement and PDSA Cycles
Primary Care Practice Facilitator
Training Series
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Job Aid: Model for Improvement and PDSA Cycles
Using the Model for Improvement
The Model for Improvement (MFI) is a simple framework that many primary care practices use
to help them organize their i…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/impl-guide/index.html
October 01, 2015 - Toolkit for Reducing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Hospital Units: Implementation Guide
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Overview
Frameworks for Change and Improvement
Technical…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/impl-guide/implementation-guide-appendix-m.html
October 01, 2020 - Toolkit for Reducing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Hospital Units: Implementation Guide
Appendix M. Example of a Nurse-Driven Protocol for Catheter Removal
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www.ahrq.gov/diagnostic-safety/resources/issue-briefs/state-of-science-1.html
June 01, 2020 - Operational Measurement of Diagnostic Safety: State of the Science
Introduction
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Operational Measurement of Diagnostic Safety: State of the Science
Introduction
Special Considerations for Measurement of Diagnostic Safety
Getting Ready for Measurement: O…
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www.ahrq.gov/cahps/cahps-database/comparative-data/2017-health-plan-chartbook/executive-summary.html
October 01, 2017 - 2017 CAHPS Health Plan Survey Chartbook
Executive Summary
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2017 CAHPS Health Plan Survey Chartbook
Executive Summary
Data Sources and Limitations
Appendix A. 2017 Survey Respondents by State
Appendix B. Definition of Composites, Items, and Ratings
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/059-nursing-protocol-nasal-mupirocin.docx
October 01, 2024 - AHRQ Safety Program for MRSA Prevention
Nursing Decolonization Protocol:
Nasal Mupirocin
ICU & Non-ICU
Note: Mupirocin should generally be chosen over iodophor when possible. A recent study showed a mupirocin & chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) decolonization strategy to be more effective at reducing Staphylococcus aureus …
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/131-what-are-the-4-es-one-pager.docx
May 24, 2024 - The aim is to Engage hearts and minds and thus, change attitudes and behaviors.1-6
Raise awareness of the problem, communicate benefits of the solution, and lay out the goals for the intervention.
· Use unit data, published literature, and national benchmarks. Storytelling is an underrated tool.
Engagement is not a on…
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www.ahrq.gov/diagnostic-safety/resources/issue-briefs/probabilistic-thinking2.html
September 01, 2022 - Improved Diagnostic Accuracy Through Probability-Based Diagnosis
Fundamental Concepts for Understanding Probability
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Improved Diagnostic Accuracy Through Probability-Based Diagnosis
Introduction
Fundamental Concepts for Understanding Probability
Probabi…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/quality-resources/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/implementation/long-term-modules/module3/guide.docx
March 01, 2017 - AHRQ Safety Program for Long-Term Care: HAIs/CAUTI
Long-Term Care Safety Modules
Module 3: Staff Empowerment
Material Use Guide
Learning Objectives:
· Cite staff empowerment concepts
· Discuss how staff empowerment contributes to a culture of resident safety, leading to improved outcomes and quality of life
· Illus…
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www.ahrq.gov/prevention/resources/chronic-care/clinical-community-relationships-measures-atlas/ccrm-atlas-ex58.html
March 01, 2013 - Clinical-Community Relationships Measures (CCRM) Atlas
Exhibit 5-8. Measure 8: Plan of care includes at least one public and/or private community service/resource (Wrap-Around Observation Form-2)
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Clinical-Community Relationships Measures (CCRM) Atlas
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/hcbs/findings/tab17c.html
February 01, 2023 - Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Table 17C: Medicaid-Only HCBS Participants
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Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Introduction
HCBS Population
Availability and Use of State Medicaid HCBS
Outcome Indicators for…
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/hcbs/findings/tab17b.html
February 01, 2023 - Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Table 17B: Dually Eligible HCBS Participants
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Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Introduction
HCBS Population
Availability and Use of State Medicaid HCBS
Outcome Indicators f…
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/hcbs/findings/tab17d.html
February 01, 2023 - Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Table 17D: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Subpopulation
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Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Introduction
HCBS Population
Availability and Use of State Medicaid HCBS
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/hcbs/findings/tab17.html
February 01, 2023 - Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Table 17A: National HCBS Population
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Assessing the Health and Welfare of the HCBS Population
Introduction
HCBS Population
Availability and Use of State Medicaid HCBS
Outcome Indicators for the HC…