The recently implemented CMS Hospital-Acquired Condition Reduction Program is tied to quality outcomes and mandated by the Affordable Care Act, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) Reduction Program is tied to quality outcomes and mandated by the Affordable Care Act, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. Design teams can make important evidence-based design contributions to help reduce the targeted HACs and, as a result, reduce patient harm and help owners improve reimbursement results, the article said.
November 12, 2014
Topic Area: Interior Design
The Proper Way to Use Cleaning CartsEnvironmental services use cleaning carts every day, but they are often overlooked. Keeping them clean and properly stocked is key to preventing infection in healthcare facilities.
JPS Health Network Breaks Ground on New HospitalThe project includes construction of a new inpatient hospital and expansion of the existing Pavilion.
Saint Anthony Hospital Reports Email BreachThey are not aware of any evidence that any information has been misused as a result of this email incident.
Healthcare Facilities are Shifting Toward More Holistic DesignsAs healthcare moves toward prevention and long-term wellness, the Alice L. Walton Healthcare Campus illustrates how design strategies are evolving to support this transition.
Froedtert Hospital Unveils Six-Level Parking StructureThe new garage, which boasts a glass-enclosed design and modern parking management technology, elevates the parking experience.