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The traditional behavioral health access model of calling for an appointment which is subsequently scheduled two to three weeks later, leads to prolonged wait times for clients thereby decreasing treatment compliance, staff productivity and population health and increasing organizational and…
The chair files highlight stories of hospitals and health systems that are implementing innovative practices and streamlined processes to improve the quality of health care for patients in their communities. We encourage you to submit your hospital, health system or association's story to hpoe@aha.…
In December 2009, the medical center embarked on a little known and practiced procedure in the United States: transradial catheterization. As growing scientific evidence about the safety and efficacy of this approach became more apparent, the medical center determined a course of action should be…
The AHA's Committee on Research developed the report, 'Engaging Health Care Users: A Framework for Healthy Individuals and Communities.' This webinar discussed the findings and recommendations of the report.
This webinar from Health Resources in Action discusses the benefits of hospital-community collaborations.
The AHA strongly supports the Medicare Audit Improvement Act of 2013. It will provide needed oversight of CMS audit contactors and ensure the accuracy of Medicare and Medicaid payments.
Hospitals across America are pursuing ways to make care more affordable by better coordinating care, reducing red tape and providing the right care at the right time in the right setting.
The Backyard Initiative at Allina Health, based in Minnesota, is truly taking care beyond hospital walls. BYI focuses on seven neighborhoods that surround Allina's Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Phillips Eye Institute, and corporate headquarters and are home to many residents with poor health…
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