Caring for Vulnerable Populations

January 17, 2012

  http://www.hpoe-digital.org/hpoe/201112#pg1

The committee's report, Caring for Vulnerable Populations, explores the necessity for organizations to pursue improved care coordination strategies for dual eligibles and other vulnerable populations. In particular, the report provides:

• Background on dual eligibles, as well as state and national policy initiatives designed to change payment structures to lead to more coordinated care;
• Twelve best practice elements to be included within care programs for vulnerable populations;
• Sample metrics to monitor progress in care coordination; and
• Examples of best practices from across the hospital field.