Midwest Qin-Qio

04/14/2026

Behind every safe patient interaction is a healthcare team managing real stress.

Burnout, fatigue, and workforce strain don’t just affect staff; they can impact communication, coordination, and patient safety.

This Stress Awareness Month, the focus goes beyond awareness. It’s about building systems that support the people delivering care every day.

Let’s work together to strengthen workforce wellbeing and improve outcomes. Visit our website to get connected with the Midwest QIN-QIO.

https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/about-us/contact-us/

04/14/2026

Join us for the first session in our Prevent & Protect: Critical Access (CAH) Monthly Webinar Series on April 16 at 1 p.m. CT.

In this webinar, participants will learn:
• How to partner with the Midwest QIN-QIO to align efforts, access resources, and advance quality improvement initiatives
• How to understand emerging infectious diseases and their impact on healthcare
• How to incorporate infectious disease planning into an all-hazards emergency management approach
• How to apply the “Identify, Isolate, Inform” model to help prevent the spread of communicable diseases

Click the following link to register:

During this session, we will describe what emerging infectious diseases are and the risk they pose in healthcare, identify how to incorporate infectious diseases into the all-hazards approach for emergency management, and describe and implement the “identify, isolate, inform” model for preventin...

04/09/2026

Passionate about improving patient safety in nursing homes? Join our team as a Patient Safety Program Specialist!

In this role, you'll lead regional quality improvement initiatives, support healthcare teams, and help drive better outcomes for nursing home residents. This is a remote opportunity, with a preference for candidates located in CO, ID, IA, KS, MT, MO, NE, OR, or WY.

Ready to make an impact? Apply here:
https://www.careers.telligen.com/career-description/edb4550e-fe92-44fb-ba63-2738a1d63b11

04/07/2026

What if improving health didn’t start with a new program… but with strengthening what’s already in place?

This World Health Day, it’s about how well our systems support the people who rely on them every day.

Safer transitions.
Stronger infection prevention.
Better coordination.
Smarter use of data.

That’s where real improvement happens.

The Midwest QIN-QIO helps providers turn these everyday opportunities into lasting change with no-cost support.

Ready to strengthen your approach to care?
Connect with us or visit our website to learn more. https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

04/02/2026

Leadership Spotlight

Meet Brianna, one of the dedicated professionals supporting quality improvement efforts across the Midwest QIN-QIO.

With a background in social services and behavioral health, her work focuses on care coordination, capacity building, and helping providers implement strategies that improve outcomes.

What inspires her work?
“Seeing how coordinated, cross-sector efforts improved outcomes sparked my interest in care coordination and led me to the QIN-QIO program.”

What stands out about the team?
“A strong culture of collaboration and mentorship, where shared expertise helps strengthen our impact.”

What is she focused on right now?
Applying implementation science to tailor strategies that meet each provider’s unique needs.

A lesson she carries with her:
“It's not how you use the hours in your day, it's how you use your minutes.”

The Midwest QIN-QIO works alongside providers to support meaningful, sustainable improvements in care.

Learn more or connect with us to get started.

03/31/2026

Better care starts with connection.

In April, we’re taking a closer look at how public health, workforce well-being, and quality improvement work together to support safer care and healthier communities.

Because when these efforts are aligned, it can lead to:
✔ Safer care for patients
✔ Stronger support for healthcare teams
✔ Better coordination across settings
✔ Healthier communities overall

We’ll be sharing helpful resources, ideas, and real-world approaches all month long.

Follow along or reach out to learn how Midwest QIN-QIO can support your team.
https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/about-us/contact-us/

03/26/2026

Delivering high-quality care and aligning with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) priorities go hand in hand, and you don’t have to do it alone.

The Midwest QIN-QIO partners with rural and critical access facilities to turn priorities into practical, day-to-day improvements that support better patient outcomes.

When you work with us, you gain:
✔ Support to align with CMS priorities
✔ Tools to strengthen patient safety and care coordination
✔ Data and insights to guide your efforts
✔ A team focused on sustainable, real-world improvement

And our support is available at no cost.

👉 Reach out to learn how we can support your team. https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/provider-networks/hospitals/

03/24/2026

Diabetes care looks different in rural and critical access hospitals, but the need for safe, high-quality care stays the same.

This American Diabetes Alert Day is a good time to take a closer look at how care processes support early detection, coordination, and patient safety.

The Midwest QIN-QIO partners with providers to help strengthen diabetes care where it matters most, through practical improvements that fit real-world settings.
Interested in improving diabetes outcomes in your facility? Reach out to the Midwest QIN-QIO to get started. https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/about-us/contact-us/

03/19/2026

Emergency preparedness gaps are one of the most common findings during healthcare surveys.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently updated its Emergency Preparedness Provider Guidance. While there are no regulatory or surveyor guidance changes, the update reinforces the importance of being proactive and coordinated when preparing for emergencies.
Key themes include:
✔ Planning for all hazards, including disruptions like cyber incidents or infrastructure failures
✔ Strengthening mitigation strategies that support response and recovery
✔ Maintaining readiness through training, testing, and ongoing plan updates
✔ Building regional coordination, because no organization responds to disasters alone
📊 The graphic below from CMS highlights the Top Five Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies most commonly cited during surveys.
If your facility is working to strengthen its emergency preparedness program or address common findings, Midwest QIN-QIO can help. Our team works with providers to support planning, training, and coordination efforts that strengthen readiness across the healthcare system.
Learn more about CMS emergency preparedness guidance: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-safety-standards/quality-safety-oversight-emergency-preparedness/health-care-provider-guidance
What emergency preparedness challenges are you seeing most often in your organization or community?

03/18/2026

It's been a great start to the CMS Quality Conference! The Midwest QIN-QIO team has been enjoying thoughtful conversations, strong presentations, and key learning opportunities.

Events like this bring together leaders, providers, and quality improvement professionals from across the country to share ideas and improve health for patients and communities.

We're especially excited to connect with partners and colleagues throughout the conference. If you are with us in Baltimore, be sure to stop by the Midwest QIN-QIO booth to talk with our team members from Telligen and Mountain Pacific. We would love to meet you!

03/17/2026

No luck needed. Strong quality improvement systems support safer care. 🍀
This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re reminded that better outcomes in healthcare don’t happen by chance. They come from thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and continuous improvement.
The Midwest QIN-QIO works alongside providers to strengthen processes that support safer care, improved outcomes, and healthier communities.
If your organization is working to improve quality, strengthen patient safety, or prepare for upcoming initiatives, we’re here to help.
➡️ Connect with Midwest QIN-QIO to learn how we can support your improvement efforts. https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/about-us/contact-us/

03/12/2026

Patient safety is strengthened when care teams work together across settings.
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, it is a reminder that preventing harm requires coordination between hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics. Clear communication, safe care transitions, and strong quality improvement practices all play a role in protecting patients.
The Midwest QIN-QIO works alongside health care providers to support safer systems of care and better outcomes for the patients they serve.
Interested in strengthening patient safety in your organization?
Explore tools, resources, and support opportunities available through the Midwest QIN-QIO.
🔗 https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/