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What if your doctor could prevent health issues before they happen? As an Independent Physician Association, Brown & Toland Physicians doesn't just treat individuals – we help entire communities stay healthier. Through population health analytics, we transform data into actionable insights. Imagine your doctor knowing which patients need preventive screenings, who's overdue for chronic care check-ups, and where health disparities exist in communities – all before issues arise. By analyzing health trends across our network of thousands of patients and hundreds of physicians, we help providers identify risks early, close care gaps proactively, and improve community health outcomes. This is population health in action – where big-picture insights create better individual care. #PopulationHealth #Healthcare #BrownAndToland #IPA #ValueBasedCare #CommunityHealth

CMS has released the evaluation findings for the first five performance years of the Vermont All-Payer ACO Model: https://lnkd.in/eq83qWGD. This model aims to provide Vermonters with better medical care by tying payment to the quality of care given, rather than the number of tests, procedures, or office visits. This is also known as #ValueBasedCare: go.cms.gov/VBC. Providers emphasized the model’s value in providing a focal point for collaborating on care delivery transformation and population health initiatives. Overall, the model improved understanding and acceptance of value-based care among providers and inspired collaborative population health initiatives. For more information visit the At a Glance report: https://lnkd.in/eMWUc_Tk and model webpage: https://lnkd.in/e57amWP3

CMS released evaluation findings for the first five performance years of the Vermont All payer model. (Vermont is one of the 3 States approved for participation in the AHEAD model) Key findings- 1. The model achieved statistically significant Medicare gross spending reductions at both the ACO and state levels, as well as Medicare net spending reductions at the state level. 2. There were statistically significant declines in acute care stays (at the ACO and state levels) and in 30-day readmissions at the state level. 3. Highlight the importance of relationships among hospitals, payers, community organizations, designated mental health agencies, primary care practices, and other providers to improve patient care and experience.

As the Future of Aging summit approaches, we're even more eagerly anticipating the session on "Health care for aging populations: Better health, better aging" by Professor Terje P Hagen from the University of Oslo. Explore Norway's tax-based health system and recent reforms impacting healthcare delivery and financing. In particular, he will discuss the development of the primary care system, including the organization of home-based care, sheltered housing and the role of community hospitals. Get ready to gain valuable insights into optimizing healthcare for older adults! agingsummit.rtoero.ca #FutureAgingSummit #ThoughtLeaders #HealthcareInnovation

I'm pleased to announce my review paper on the Elderly Self-Care Model, published in an HJRS-recognized journal. The paper traces the historical and contemporary significance of self-care practices among the elderly, examining the impact of socioeconomic status, social support, and health indicators, and underscores the crucial role of government policies in enhancing healthcare interventions and quality of life. Read more in the full article. https://lnkd.in/e9QcPffg

In this insightful piece, Dr. George Beauregard, DO, Chief Population Health Officer, shares his observations on how caring for patients has evolved, through his lens as an internal medicine physician. Don't miss out on his valuable insights! https://hubs.ly/Q02Khb_y0 #Healthcare #Accountability #PatientCare #SoNEBlog

A new AHRQ issue brief addresses urgent challenges encountered in U.S. rural healthcare to achieve diagnostic excellence, with a focus on enhancing surgical and specialty care, bolstering care coordination and screening patients for social determinants of health. The brief highlights the substantial impact of diagnostic errors in rural healthcare settings, emphasizes disparities in access to high-quality diagnostic care and underscores the importance of community engagement, regionalization and collaboration among interested parties. Access the new issue brief now. #HealthEquity https://bit.ly/40v5fxo

A new AHRQ issue brief addresses urgent challenges encountered in U.S. rural healthcare to achieve diagnostic excellence, with a focus on enhancing surgical and specialty care, bolstering care coordination and screening patients for social determinants of health. The brief highlights the substantial impact of diagnostic errors in rural healthcare settings, emphasizes disparities in access to high-quality diagnostic care and underscores the importance of community engagement, regionalization and collaboration among interested parties. Access the new issue brief now. #HealthEquity https://bit.ly/40v5fxo

A new AHRQ issue brief addresses urgent challenges encountered in U.S. rural healthcare to achieve diagnostic excellence, with a focus on enhancing surgical and specialty care, bolstering care coordination and screening patients for social determinants of health. The brief highlights the substantial impact of diagnostic errors in rural healthcare settings, emphasizes disparities in access to high-quality diagnostic care and underscores the importance of community engagement, regionalization and collaboration among interested parties. Access the new issue brief now. #HealthEquity https://bit.ly/40v5fxo

🚨 A Call to Action for Diagnostic Excellence in Rural Healthcare 🚨 Rural communities make up nearly 20% of the U.S. population, yet they face unique healthcare challenges that affect diagnosis accuracy, patient safety, and access to specialty care. The recent issue brief by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) underscores critical gaps in diagnostic access and quality that impact health outcomes for rural Americans. Addressing these challenges requires innovative, community-focused solutions – and Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) and Community Paramedicine (CP) models are primed to help. At OFFOR Health’s IHCare+, we’re dedicated to bringing essential healthcare to underserved and rural communities, aligning closely with AHRQ’s priorities for diagnostic improvement. Here’s how MIH/CP can make a difference: ✅ Increasing Access to Specialty and Diagnostic Care: IHCare+ helps reduce travel time and improve diagnostic timelines by bringing high-quality, integrated care directly to patients where they live. Our team connects rural residents with specialized care and diagnostic services that might otherwise be out of reach. ✅ Strengthening Care Coordination: Care in rural settings often requires seamless coordination across multiple providers. IHCare+ functions as a bridge, aligning primary care, specialty care, and emergency services to reduce delays, improve diagnostic accuracy, and ensure comprehensive patient support. ✅ Addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH): Factors like transportation, financial limitations, and health literacy impact diagnostic outcomes. By embedding SDOH screening and support into our services, IHCare+ can address non-clinical barriers that may delay diagnoses or prevent patients from following up on care. ✅ Leveraging Telehealth and Mobile Health Solutions: Telehealth has proven its value in enhancing rural health outcomes, but gaps remain. Through IHCare+, we integrate telehealth and mobile health technology with on-the-ground support from our paramedics, creating a hybrid approach that addresses technology access barriers and brings real-time care to those in need. By championing MIH/CP and the IHCare+ service line, we’re advancing diagnostic excellence and making strides toward equitable healthcare access for rural communities. Thank you, AHRQ, for highlighting these essential needs – it’s time to act and make high-quality, safe, and accessible care a reality for all. #HealthcareInnovation #RuralHealth #DiagnosticExcellence #CommunityParamedicine #MobileIntegratedHealthcare #HealthcareAccess #SDOH #IHCarePlus #OFFORHealth #AHRQ