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The Problem Pneumonia accounts for 15 percent of all hospital-associated infections. It is the second most common hospital-associated infection after urinary tract infections. The primary risk factor for the development of hospital-associated bacterial pneumonia is mechanical ventilation. Fatality…
The Problem Advocate Christ Medical Center's space in the admittance bay area and resource usage was unable to meet the increase in demand. An average GI patient experienced 70 minutes of total wait time, with 19 minutes of this wait time occurring in the procedure room. Only 24 percent of GI…
Addressing Disparities in Cardiac Care Among African American Populations
Large Multi-center Study on Joint Replacement Rehabilitation Finds that Hospital-based Rehabilitation Centers Provide Modestly Better OutcomesStudy's Medium-volume Skilled Nursing Facilities also Perform Well
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The AHA filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court arguing that state or local government resports, audits or investigations cannot be the basis for the personal knowledge required of a private individual in pursuing a FCA case.
AHA files amicus brief in the Supreme Court regarding medical liability and non-economic damages
The Problem Wait times in the hospital's inpatient rehabilitation center were unacceptable; some patients were refusing physical and occupational therapy as a result. Patient satisfaction scores reflected the frustration patients felt. The Solution Using Lean methodology, St. John's…