Tag: HAIs

National Journal: Insurers Say Rewards, Education Can Prevent Pricey Errors

Posted on August 30, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

National Journal article focuses on health plans’ efforts to improve patient safety and decrease readmissions. Continue reading →

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New AHIP Publication Highlights Health Plan Initiatives to Improve Patient Safety

Posted on August 30, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

A new publication released today by America’s Health Insurance Plans, Innovations in Patient Safety, highlights 16 health plans’ efforts to prevent health care-acquired conditions, help patients transition smoothly from hospital to home, and manage chronic conditions effectively to avoid complications and preventable readmissions. Continue reading →

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Reuters: New WHO Report Says Going into Hospital Riskier Than Flying

Posted on July 22, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

A Reuters story looks at a new WHO report on health care acquired infections. Continue reading →

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New White Paper Sheds Some Light on Hospital Acquired Infections

Posted on July 15, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

A new white paper examines the costs associated with healthcare associated infections (HAIs). Continue reading →

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Posted in: Health Care Costs, In Case You Missed It

SPOTLIGHT: Two Health Care Related News Series Nominated for Pulitzers

Posted on April 19, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

The Pulitzer Prizes announced yesterday shine the spotlight on two critically important news series regarding patient safety issues. Continue reading →

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Chicago Tribune and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Highlight New Patient Safety Data

Posted on April 12, 2011 by AHIP Coverage

Two articles highlight newly available data focused on patient safety and quality of care in hospitals. Continue reading →

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