Why should your hospital participate in the CMS glycemic measures? This month Shafrin Choudhury, KHA Quality Improvement Data Analyst and Jessica Covington, PharmD, BCPS explain how the glycemic measures are intended to be used and how to get the maximum benefit for your hospital and your patients through their utilization.
The KHA Quality team wants to help the KY hospitals get ahead of the curve and get credit for the amazing work they are doing already! Please join us this month to learn more about the CMS glycemic metrics by clicking the link below.
https://www.khaquality.com/diabetes/
Diabetes Resources:
- Target: Type 2 Diabetes (American Heart Association)
- Health Professional Resources (Know Diabetes by Heart™)
- Type 2 Diabetes Resources (Know Diabetes by Heart™)
Past Diabetes Awareness Events:
January: Diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease in the United States. It can lead to many detrimental outcomes for patients, including kidney failure, lower-limb amputation, and adult blindness. Each time a patient comes to your facility, there is a strong chance that you may find yourself treating the effects of uncontrolled or undiagnosed diabetes. This is important because it leads to increased risk of readmissions and medical costs, as well as lost work and wages for the patient. The KHA Quality department has a goal this year of bringing awareness to diabetes, so that it stays in the forefront of your mind as you treat your patients and make decisions with them that can ultimately lead to a healthier Kentucky. Each month, we will share a short webisode, games, statistics, or resources to enhance your knowledge.
February: Melissa Johnson, Program Consultant in Health Care Quality from the American Heart Association, joined the KHA February Diabetes Awareness Campaign to discuss the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll and diabetes resources. In her role, Melissa collaborates with health care professionals and organizations to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cardiovascular care. Her dedication to patient education and quality improvement continues to make a significant impact in health care.
Please contact Jessica Covington, KHA Quality Program Pharmacist, with any questions: jcovington@kyha.com.
