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Health Quality Innovators HQI serves as the Southeast CMS QIN-QIO.

Health Quality Innovators is an independent, non-profit consulting organization that has improved care delivery, patient safety, and outcomes for millions of people since 1984.

Heat safety is about preparation, not panic. Older adults can stay safe and independent during extreme temperatures with...
30/07/2025

Heat safety is about preparation, not panic. Older adults can stay safe and independent during extreme temperatures with a few simple steps: plan ahead for cooling options; keep water nearby throughout the day; stay connected with friends, family or neighbors; and know the signs of heat-related illness. Empowering older adults with the right tools and knowledge can make all the difference. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45aMFeX

In 2021–22, 74.5% of U.S. adults diagnosed with or treated for high blood pressure received medications for that conditi...
28/07/2025

In 2021–22, 74.5% of U.S. adults diagnosed with or treated for high blood pressure received medications for that condition, including 56.5% who also had medical visits for high blood pressure and 18.0% who received medications without any visits. Read more: https://bit.ly/4o1S94p

Adult day centers (ADCs) face distinct infection prevention and control vulnerabilities. Because participants come from ...
25/07/2025

Adult day centers (ADCs) face distinct infection prevention and control vulnerabilities. Because participants come from the broader community, they may inadvertently introduce and spread infections within the center. A policy development workgroup—comprised of representatives from LeadingAge Virginia, Health Quality Innovators, licensed ADCs, the Virginia Department of Social Services and the Virginia Department of Health—was established to ensure ADCs across Virginia are well-prepared to respond swiftly to current and future infectious disease threats. Read more: https://bit.ly/4f0DwKo

Do you know your area's heat risk? The CDC’s Heat Risk Dashboard lets you enter your ZIP code to get a personalized Heat...
23/07/2025

Do you know your area's heat risk? The CDC’s Heat Risk Dashboard lets you enter your ZIP code to get a personalized Heat Risk Report—plus safety tips to help protect vulnerable populations. Check it out here: https://ephtracking.cdc.gov/Applications/HeatRisk/

The Safety Assurance Factors for Electronic Health Record Resilience (SAFER) Guides help healthcare organizations routin...
21/07/2025

The Safety Assurance Factors for Electronic Health Record Resilience (SAFER) Guides help healthcare organizations routinely assess and improve their electronic health record systems and are a required annual attestation by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. A new AHRQ-funded study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association, outlines updates to the 2025 guidelines that reflect current evidence and clinical practice. Read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40220287/

Rural communities experience disproportionately higher poverty rates and a greater prevalence of chronic health conditio...
18/07/2025

Rural communities experience disproportionately higher poverty rates and a greater prevalence of chronic health conditions. Patients in these areas are also more likely to be uninsured or underinsured when seeking hospital care. Building upon the progress achieved through CMS’s Hospital Engagement Network and Quality Innovation Network programs, HQI advanced the adoption of evidence-based practices, standardized performance metrics, and supported hospitals in delivering safer, more effective care. Read more: https://hqi.solutions/case-study/safer-hospitals-healthier-outcomes/

Did you know? Older adults are more vulnerable to heat-related illness. Several factors increase risk such as chronic he...
16/07/2025

Did you know? Older adults are more vulnerable to heat-related illness. Several factors increase risk such as chronic health conditions, certain medications, dehydration and lack of air conditioning. Let’s help protect those most at risk this summer. Learn more: https://bit.ly/403ozAZ

An AHRQ-funded study in BMJ Quality & Safety identified factors that put older adults at risk for medication problems af...
14/07/2025

An AHRQ-funded study in BMJ Quality & Safety identified factors that put older adults at risk for medication problems after leaving the hospital. Researchers developed 13 indicators to assess aspects of the medication management process, including tasks for patients to manage medicines during the transition home, capacity to perform the tasks, and medicine use practices at home. Read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39179376/

Log into HQI Academy to access our FREE emergency preparedness learning modules! The series details incident command sys...
11/07/2025

Log into HQI Academy to access our FREE emergency preparedness learning modules! The series details incident command systems, sheltering in place vs. evacuation, hazardous vulnerability assessments, communication plans and much more. Check them out: http://hqiacademy.talentlms.com

Hot weather is serious—especially for older adults. Stay safe this summer: limit time spent outside, drink plenty of flu...
09/07/2025

Hot weather is serious—especially for older adults. Stay safe this summer: limit time spent outside, drink plenty of fluids and watch for signs of heat illness like sudden dizziness, high body temperature, rapid pulse and nausea. Learn more about how to stay safe in the summer heat: https://bit.ly/403ozAZ

Summer is a great time to focus on healthy eating habits, especially for those managing diabetes. Managing blood sugar i...
07/07/2025

Summer is a great time to focus on healthy eating habits, especially for those managing diabetes. Managing blood sugar is the key to living well with diabetes, and healthy eating is the key to managing blood sugar. Work with your dietitian or diabetes educator to create a healthy eating plan and check out these resources to learn more: https://bit.ly/41NAiDW

Happy Independence Day from Health Quality Innovators!
04/07/2025

Happy Independence Day from Health Quality Innovators!

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