Quality in healthcare

Assignment #2 (15% of the final grade)

Paper:

Select one of the quality topics in healthcare from the list below. Prepare a summary document using the table format below (be sure your assignment is submitted in a table). The table should be single spaced and no more than 3-4 pages in length (11 to 12 point font). Except in the case of titles, use complete sentences, i.e., write using narrative format. Include a cover page and a list of references (this is separate from the summary pages).

Select from the following quality topics. NOTE: If there is another related topic that you would like to write on, please get approval from Prof. Powell.

Medical Errors
Quality and Disparities
Patient Safety
Quality/Core Measures
Value-based Purchasing
Pay for Performance (P4P)
COVID-19’s Impact on Quality

HGMT420 Quality Topic Research Summary

Student Name

Type your name here.

Quality Topic

Provide the name of the quality topic chosen.

Quality Topic Description

Provide a detailed description and origins of the quality topic chosen. Indicate in detail who is affected (and how) by this topic (healthcare providers, patients, healthcare organizations, etc.).

Legislation

Research legislation and/or policies related to the quality topic chosen. Provide a detailed description of the policies/legislation. Describe the scope of the legislation and how it impacts the organization, providers, and patients.

Regulatory

Research Regulatory Agencies that implement policies and enforce legislation related to the quality topic chosen. Discuss in detail at least three (3).

Conclusion

Indicate any upcoming changes, regulations, etc. that will impact the quality topic chosen. What does the future hold for this issue? How should healthcare leaders manage this issue in their organizations?

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