NEW Course Release! Physician Advisors: Empowering Quality Leaders
October 29, 2024: Were you unable to attend the 2024 Annual Conference? Although we missed you onsite, don't miss out on the engaging and informative education. The session, Physician Advisors: Empowering Quality Leaders, was recorded live at our 2024 Annual Conference and is a portion of the online course entitled: Embracing Technology to Empower Health Care Quality Leaders. Listen to expert faculty discuss key communication strategies for participating in peer-to-peer discussions to decrease denials and improve success. Hear firsthand from national health system physician advisors that have developed internal physician advisor programs.
Start here now!
ABQAURP News - October 2024
October 22, 2024: Don’t miss ABQAURP's latest e-newsletter including the 2024 Member Referral Program, Diplomate recertification reminder, 2025 dues notice, details on the 2025 Diplomate Achievement Award, and more!
In this issue... ABQAURP's 47th Annual Conference was a tremendous success! We are grateful to our attendees, faculty, and conference exhibitors for a fantastic event. We look forward to seeing you next year!
CME News
- 2024 Annual Conference Session Recordings – Coming Soon
- ABQAURP Online Courses
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2025 Membership Dues Notice
- Holiday Office Closures
- Now Accepting Applications for the Diplomate Achievement Award
- Recertification Reminder
- Member Referral Program
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World Patient Safety Day - September 17, 2024
September 17, 2024: Join ABQAURP in support of this year’s World Patient Safety Day’s objective, “Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety” using the slogan “Get it right, make it safe!”. On the day, patients and families, health workers, health care leaders, policy makers and civil society will emphasize the pivotal role of correct and timely diagnosis in improving patient safety.
Read the full article here
The Advanced Physician Advisor Certification Exam window is now open through October 28!
September 16, 2024: The Advanced Physician Advisor Certification was developed to validate the knowledge and skills of physician advisors fulfilling leadership roles in advising the medical team and ultimately improving patient care, quality, utilization, and patient safety.
Based on ABQAURP’s 47 years of certification expertise, this psychometrically validated board certification was developed under the guidance of a diverse panel of experienced physician advisor subject matter experts and Certification Management Services (CMS) to ensure a valid, credible certification exam.
The exam window is open through October 28!
Learn more about the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor (CPHYADV) here
ABQAURP News - August 2024
August 27, 2024: Don’t miss ABQAURP's latest e-newsletter announcing Dr. Vitolo as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. Highlights include the Diplomate Achievement Award, member referral program, exhibit opportunities at our 47th Annual Conference, and more!
In this issue... ABQAURP is pleased to announce Joseph G. Vitolo, MD, FAPA, FASAM, CHCQM-PHYADV, FABQAURP, as the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
CME News
- There is Still Time to Register for ABQAURP’s 2024 Annual Conference
MEMBERSHIP News
- Earn the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor - CPHYADV
- Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 CHCQM Diplomate Achievement Award
- ABQAURP 2024 Member Referral Program
- Recertification Reminder
- Share Your Professional Accomplishments with Your ABQAURP Peers
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ABQAURP News - June 2024
June 19, 2024: Don't miss ABQAURP's latest e-newsletter featuring: ABQAURP’s 2024 Annual Conference, Changes to the Diplomate Recertification Cycle Dates, New Courses Available in ABQAURP's Center for Continuing Education and more!
In this issue... 2024 Annual Conference Featured Session: Charting the Course: Leadership Insights in Healthcare Systems
CME News
- Notice from ABQAURP's Board of Directors: Changes to the Diplomate Recertification Cycle Dates
- Registration is Open - ABQAURP’s 47th Annual Conference
- New Courses Available in ABQAURP's Center for Continuing Education
MEMBERSHIP News
- Earn the credential of Certified Advanced Physician Advisor - CPHYADV
- A Message from Our Corporate Member: Value Capture
- HCQM Certification Exam – Register today!
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ABQAURP News - April 2024
April 24, 2024: Don't miss ABQAURP's latest e-newsletter featuring the CE spotlight course, Diplomate article: Touchpoints and Nurse Sensitive Indicators, Member Referral Winner, and Corporate Membership opportunities.
In this issue... CE Spotlight Course: Stabilize, Optimize, Energize: Next Level Performance
CME News
- New CE Spotlight Course: Stabilize, Optimize, Energize: Next Level Performance
- Registration is Open to Attend ABQAURP’s 47th Annual Conference
- 46th Annual Conference Courses Available in ABQAURP's Center for Continuing Education
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2023 Membership Referral Drive Winner
- A Message from Our Corporate Sponsor - AppriseMD
- Corporate Membership with ABQAURP
- HCQM Certification Exam – Now Taking Applications
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Touchpoints and Nurse Sensitive Indicators: Exploring Opportunities to Identify Nursing’s Contribution to Quality in Primary Care
April 23, 2024: As patients and healthcare professionals, we all can appreciate the roles that nurses fulfill in supporting clinical systems. Patient outreach and teaching, assisting providers, overseeing quality audits, conducting telephonic and virtual triage, and responding to patients’ urgent care needs, are just a few of the many ways in which the primary care environment is enriched through nursing practice. The roles of Clinical Care Coordination and Transitional Care Coordination, both of which have been identified as important navigational elements in healthcare and which have become more developed in the past ten years, are considered to be best performed by registered nurses in primary care settings. (American Nurses Association: The Value of Nursing Care Coordination: A White Paper, 6/12: p. 6.)
Read the full article here
By: Honor Martin, RN, MS, NE-BC, CHCQM, FABQAURP
HCQM Certified: 9/14/1997
WHO launches first ever Patient Safety Rights Charter
April 18, 2024: Today, WHO launched a Patient Safety Rights Charter at the Global Ministerial Summit on Patient Safety. It is the first Charter to outline patients’ rights in the context of safety, and will support stakeholders in formulating the legislation, policies and guidelines needed to ensure patient safety.
Read the full article here
ABQAURP News - February 2024
February 28, 2024: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter including ABQAURP 2024 Member Referral Program, Member recertification reminder, 2024 Annual Conference registration discount details, and much more!
In this issue... NTOCC TOC Pharmacy Outcomes Survey Results
CME News
- 46th Annual Conference Courses Available in ABQAURP's Center for Continuing Education
- 47th Annual Conference Early Registration Discount information
MEMBERSHIP News
- NTOCC TOC Pharmacy Outcomes Survey Results
- ABQAURP 2024 Member Referral Program
- A Message from Our Corporate Sponsor - CIMRO
- CHCQM Digital Credentials
- 2024 HCQM Certification Exam – Early Registration Discount Extended
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - December 2023
December 14, 2023: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter including including the new CE Spotlight Course, HCQM exam early registration information, 2024 Annual Conference registration details, and much more!
In this issue... Happy Holidays! ABQAURP wishes you a happy Holiday Season and a joyful New Year!
CME News
- CE Spotlight Course - Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members
- Registration is open for ABQAURP’s 47th Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference
MEMBERSHIP News
- Office hours for Upcoming Holidays
- Corporate Membership Opportunities with ABQAURP
- HCQM Certification Exam – Early Registration Discount!
- Is Your Profile Up to Date?
- 2024 Dues Reminder
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ABQAURP News - October 2023
October 30, 2023: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter including 2024 Annual Conference Registration details, Dues Notice, this year’s Member Referral Program, and much more!
In this issue... 2023 Annual Conference Highlights - Thank You, Conference Attendees and Partners!
CME News
- 2023 Annual HCQ&PS Conference Highlights
- Registration is open for ABQAURP’s 47th Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference
- 2023 Annual Conference Session Recordings – Coming Soon
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2024 Dues Notice
- Office hours for Upcoming Holidays
- A Message from Our Corporate Sponsor - CIMRO
- Diplomate Recertification Reminder
- 2023 Member Referral Program – Refer Your Colleagues
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - September 2023
September 1, 2023: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter including a NEW CE Spotlight Course, important Conference information & deadlines, this year’s Member Referral Program, and much more!
In this issue... CE Spotlight Course: Working With the TOC Pharmacists: Beyond Medication Reconciliation
CME News
- 2023 Annual Conference Featured Session
- CE Spotlight Course - Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members
- ABQAURP’s Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference Information
MEMBERSHIP News
- A Message from Our Corporate Sponsor - CIMRO
- CHCQM Digital Credentials
- Corporate Membership with ABQAURP
- 2023 Member Referral Program – Refer Your Colleagues
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - June 2023
June 19, 2023: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter including the 2022 Membership Referral Winner, 2023 Diplomate Achievement Award Winner, and Annual Conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue... New 2023 Release! HCQM: A Review of the Core Body of Knowledge (CBK) Online Course
CME News
- 2023 Annual Conference Featured Session
- New Course! The Physician Advisor in Health Care Quality and Management
- Register and join your colleagues at ABQAURP’s Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2023 HCQM Certification Exam - Deadline Extended to July 1st!
- CHCQM Digital Credentials
- Announcing the 2022 Membership Referral Winner
- 2023 CHCQM Diplomate Achievement Award Winner
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - March 2023
March 31, 2023: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with the latest CE spotlight course, Annual Conference featured session, and digital credential information. Read all about it!
In this issue... Redesigning Care Through Service Excellence, Technology, and Disruptors - Save $50 by May 31st
CME News
- ABQAURPs 46th Annual Conference - Early Registration Discount - Save $50 by May 31st!
- 2023 Annual Conference Featured Session
- CE Spotlight Course - Workforce - Past, Present, and Future
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2023 HCQM Certification Exam - Now Taking Applications
- CHCQM Digital Credentials
- Diplomates and Members: 2023 Member Referral Program
- Spring Cleaning - Is your Profile Up to Date?
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Social Determinants of Health Information Exchange Toolkit
March 9, 2023: In an effort to address the growing awareness that social determinants of health (SDoH) information improves whole person care and lowers costs, The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) published the "Social Determinants of Health Information Exchange Toolkit". The toolkit provides information on the SDoH exchange landscape and identifies approaches to advance SDoH information exchange goals, discusses common challenges, and provides shared resources.
You can DOWNLOAD THE TOOLKIT HERE. To view other information from the March Health Information Technology Advisory Committee (HITAC) meeting, CLICK HERE.
ABQAURP News - November 2022
November 22, 2022: Don't miss this edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with the latest CE spotlight course, reminders, holiday schedule and Diplomate focus article. Read all about it!
In this issue... HAPPY THANKSGIVING from ABQAURP!
CME News
- CE Spotlight Course: Aligning Care & Decisions to Older Adults' Health Goals
MEMBERSHIP News
- Diplomate Achievement Award
- Diplomate Recertification Reminder
- Diplomate Focus: The Anatomy of a Review
- A Message from our Corporate Member: Sound Physicians
- CHCQM Digital Credential
- Diplomates and Members: 2022 Member Referral Program
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - August 2022
August 24, 2022: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with announcements, new products, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue...There is still time to register! Join other transformational leaders on October 6-7th at ABQAURP's Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, FL.
CME News
- ABQAURP's 45th Annual HCQ&PS Conference - Conference Session Accreditation Confirmed!
- CE Spotlight Course - Optimal Management of Behavioral and Physical Health
MEMBERSHIP News
- ABQAURP's 45th Anniversary of promoting Health Care Quality
- Announcing Digital Credentials!
- Diplomates and Members: 2022 Member Referral Program
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Federation of State Medical Boards - Appropriate Use of Telemedicine
June 2, 2022: The Federation of State Medical Boards' (FSMB) Workgroup on Telemedicine has developed a policy document to provide guidance to state medical boards for regulating the use of telemedicine technologies in the practice of medicine, while raising awareness for licensees and patients alike as to the appropriate standards of care in the delivery of medical services via telemedicine technologies. The policy was finalized and adopted by the FSMB House of Delegates in April 2022. Click here to read the FSMB policy and guidelines.
Observation Units and Strategies for Peer-to-Peer Discussions
To introduce a featured session at our 2022 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Dr. Bernard Ravitz discusses the difference between open and closed observation units, how to determine which is best for your organization, and how to have meaningful peer discussions. Hear more physician advisor updates and learn more at ABQAURP's 2022 Annual Conference.
Read the whole article here
AHRQ Strategic Framework for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research (PCOR) Trust Fund Investments
May 23, 2022: AHRQ was seeking public comment on the proposed PCORTF investment strategy. The draft framework currently identifies five priorities for advancing healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes. These interrelated priorities are intended to achieve the proposed framework’s overall vision of delivering equitable whole-person care across patients’ lifespans. Click here to read more about the framework and read ABQAURP's submitted comments.
ABQAURP News - May 2022
May 13, 2022: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with announcements, discounts, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue... Optimizing Coordination Among Mid-Revenue Cycle Stakeholders
By: Tim Brundage, MD, CCDS - Medical Director & Chief Executive Officer, Brundage Group
CME News
- Don't miss ABQAURP's Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference - Save $50 by May 31st for Early Registration!
MEMBERSHIP News
- Join ABQAURP in Celebrating Nurses Month!
- Transitions of Care News
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
- AHRQ’s Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Strategic Framework: Request for Public Comment
- 2022 HCQM Certification Exam - Save $50 by May 16th
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Optimizing Coordination Among Mid-Revenue Cycle Stakeholders
As published in the May 2022 ABQAURP News.
To introduce a featured session at our 2022 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Dr. Timothy Brundage discusses how hospital leadership can develop a strategic process to manage bed capacity. Ideally, a plan would be developed through collaboration of hospital leadership and hospital-wide staff, with solutions that focus on maintaining or improving quality and outcomes. Read about this emergency department pilot program and learn more at ABQAURP's 2022 Annual Conference.
Read the whole article here
ABQAURP News - February 2022
February 23, 2022: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with announcements, discounts, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue...
Integrating Pharmacists to Improve Transitions of Care Beyond Medication Reconciliation
By: Cheri Lattimer RN, BSN - Executive Director, NTOCC
CME News
- Don't miss ABQAURP's Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference - Save $100 for Early Registration
MEMBERSHIP News
- 2021 Membership Referral Winner Announcement
- Congratulations 2022 Fellows - view our Fellows for this year!
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
- Now Taking Applications for the 2022 HCQM Certification Exam
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Letter to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration
February 4, 2022: ABQAURP has joined with other health care organizations in signing a letter to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in support of using connected health technologies to improve patient outcomes and reducing health care costs. The letter is in support of the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and funding of its related programs. Consistently growing evidence suggests that digital health technologies improve patient outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, avoid complications, improve patient engagement, and reduce costs. Our health care system requires a shift to support continuous contact with patients in underserved communities across rural, suburban, and urban geographies. Recommendations in the letter are intended to allow access to broadband networks in vulnerable populations to facilitate the sharing of health data where and when it is needed most.
Read the letter here
ABQAURP News - December 2021
December 10, 2021: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with new products, reminders, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue... Happy Holidays from ABQAURP!
CME News
- Don't miss ABQAURP's Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference - Save $100 for Early Registration
MEMBERSHIP News
- Diplomates Recertify Now - Last Month for 2021 Cohort!
- Apply for Recertification Online
- FABQAURP Fellowship
- Diplomates and Members: 2021 Member Referral Program
- Not a Member Yet? Join Now - Get December Free
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
- NTOCC Call to Action
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
ABQAURP News - October 2021
October 29, 2021 – The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians, Inc. (ABQAURP) welcomes its newest member to the Board of Directors, Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN. Appointed on October 18, 2021, Mrs. Lattimer brings a wealth of Case Management and Transitions of Care knowledge to the interdisciplinary board focused on bringing Health Care Quality and Management Certification (HCQM) and education to health care professionals globally.
Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, is Executive Director for the National Transitions of Care Coalition (NTOCC) and CEO of Integrity Consulting & Advocacy. Her leadership in quality improvement, case management, care coordination, and transitions of care is known on the national and international landscape. She is affiliated with various professional organizations and maintains active roles on several national boards and committees.
Click here to learn more!
ABQAURP News - September 2021
September 28, 2021: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with new products, reminders, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue...
CME News
- ABQAURP's 2022 HCQ&PS conference - Save $100 for Early Registration
- Cybersecurity in Medicine: How Can Physicians and Medical Staff Do Their Part?
- 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care is available on Demand - Save $40 for a limited time
- CMS Initiatives on Quality, Value, Patient Safety & Burden Reduction - Last Chance to order for FREE
- New Online Courses
MEMBERSHIP News
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
- Diplomates and Members: 2021 Member Referral Program
- Recertify Now - Only 3 Months Left for the 2020/2021 Cohort
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
2022 Payment Policies and Fee Schedule Update – Letter to CMS
September 3, 2021: ABQAURP has joined with other health care organizations to support the Multi-stakeholder Comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services re: CY2022 Revisions to Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment Policies and Updates to the Quality Payment Program. We support the expanded use of digital health technologies in health care to improve patient care, reduce hospitalizations, avoid complications, and improve patient engagement (for the chronically ill). Digital health technologies are essential in addressing the rising costs of healthcare, both public and private, and with this objective in mind we provide our comments on the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program (QPP) Proposed Rule for calendar year (CY) 2022.
Read the letter here
ABQAURP News - June 2021
June 1, 2021: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with new products, reminders, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue... 2021 Annual Conference - Thank You for a Successful Event!!
CME News
- 2021 Annual HCQ&PS. Thank You for a Successful Event!
- 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care: is NOW available on demand
- Save the Date - 2022 Annual Conference!
MEMBERSHIP News
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
From ABQAURP’s CME Chair:
May 18, 2021: ABQAURP as an organization was able to achieve a significant milestone on Friday, April 30, 2021. In view of the pandemic, like many other organizations, we were faced with the dilemma of how to accomplish our goal to hold our annual meeting safely and effectively. Although unable to do so in 2020, we eventually were able to host the 43rd Annual Health Care Quality and Patient Safety Conference, 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care. We believe the presentations and related discussions supported our mission to improve the overall quality of health care while providing valuable information to our members and the health care community.
Read more here
CONNECT for Health Act, expanding telehealth access, is reintroduced
May 18, 2021: A bipartisan group comprising half of U.S. senators has reintroduced the Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies (CONNECT) for Health Act of 2021. The bill is endorsed by ABQAURP and over 150 health care organizations. The act would expand coverage of Medicare telehealth services, remove geographic restrictions on telehealth sites and expand originating sites, and make some COVID-19 telehealth flexibilities permanent, among other provisions. ABQAURP believes it is important to support the telehealth initiatives that align with our mission to promote high quality and safe health care to our populations.
Read the bill summary HERE .
Read Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) press release HERE .
For more information from Healthcare IT News, HERE.
Telehealth Initiative - Letter to Congress
March 29, 2021: ABQAURP has joined with other health care organizations to support the initiative to Leverage Digital Health
Innovations in Addressing the COVID-19 Pandemic and Modernizing the American Healthcare System. We support the expanded use of digital health technologies in health care based on a consistently growing body of evidence demonstrating their ability to improve patient care, reduce hospitalizations, avoid complications, and improve patient engagement (for the chronically ill).
Read the letter here
ABQAURP News - February 2021
February 1, 2021: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with new products, reminders, and conference information. Read all about it!
In this issue... CHCQM Diplomate Achievement Award - Congratulations Dr. Benjamin Kartchner
CME News
- 2021 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference
- 2021 HCQM Exam and Core Body of Knowledge Course Available
- Is Your Continuing Education Accredited? ABQAURP accredits live, virtual, and enduring activities for CME/CE credit.
MEMBERSHIP News
- CHCQM Diplomate Achievement Award - Congratulations Dr. Benjamin Kartchner
- Membership Referral Program Winner - Dr. Joanna Kipnes
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
January 2021 - ABQAURP selects Prometric® as New Content Development and Delivery Administrator
January 1, 2021: Partnership to Provide Greater Test Taker Access Globally
Prometric has been chosen by the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians® (ABQAURP) as its new test development and delivery partner for its Health Care Quality and Management (HCQM) Certification Exam.
Click Here to Learn More!
December 2020 - CMS Updates
Submitted by Thompson H. Boyd, III, MD, FABQAURP, FHIMSS, FACHE, CHCQM, CPHIMS, CHFP, CSBI
December 1, 2020: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released several Final Rules (effective January 1, 2021) that allow for the permanent expansion of telehealth services, improved payment for time doctors spend with patients, and allow Medicare patients and their doctors greater choices to get care at a lower cost in an outpatient setting.
Click Here to Learn More!
ABQAURP News - November 2020
November 1, 2020: Don't miss the latest edition of ABQAURP's e-newsletter with new products, reminders, and conference information. Read all about it!
ABQAURP News - PSQH is Going Digital!
The Patient Safety and Quality Healthcare (PSQH) magazine has gone digital! ABQAURP News will now be delivered to you via email with a link to the electronic ABQAURP News pages.
CME News
- 2021 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference
- New Dates Announced - Don't Miss 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care on April 29-30, 2021, in Clearwater Beach, FL
- Featured Session: Reengineering Healthcare Delivery to Combat Chronic Disease - Dr. Richard Milani
- CME/CE Spotlight Course - Intro to Digital Health - Free for members through December 31, 2020
- Is Your Continuing Education Accredited? ABQAURP accredits live, virtual, and enduring activities for CME/CE credit. Learn More
MEMBERSHIP News
- CHCQM Diplomate Achievement Award - Accepting Applications through November 30th
- Corporate Member Highlight - Sound Physicians
- Membership Referral Program - There's Still Time to Refer Members and Earn for 2020
Read the latest ABQAURP e-newsletter here
Age-Friendly Health Systems: Improving Care Quality, Safety, and Outcomes for Older Adults
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Spring/Summer 2020 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2020 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Marie Cleary-Fishman, BSN, MS, MBA, CPHQ, CPPS, CHCQM, is discussing Age-Friendly Health Systems to improve health care quality.
Read the whole article here
Quality Measures and Improvement in Addiction Treatment
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Winter/Spring 2020 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2020 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Kimberly Johnson PhD, MBA, explores quality measurement for substance abuse.
Read the whole article here
Optimal Management of Behavioral and Physical Health: Six Degrees of Integration
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Fall/Winter 2020 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2020 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Dr. Sam Toney, is discussing how to integrate behavioral health care into the physical health care plan to optimize patient care.
Read the whole article here
Breaking Down Silos: Documentation to Support Utilization Review, Quality, and CDI
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Summer/Fall 2020 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2020 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Dr. Timothy Brundage, is discussing how to improve documentation to meet the needs of the provider and payor while maintaining a quality portrayal of the patient.
Read the whole article here
ABQAURP is Awarded Accreditation with Commendation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Spring/Summer 2019 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP) has completed the ACCME reaccreditation process and is pleased to announce an award of Accreditation with Commendation.
Read the whole article here
Assessing Social Determinants of Health: How Important Are They?
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Winter/Spring 2019 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2019 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, is discussing what the social determinants of health are and how to use them to avoid preventable hospital readmissions. She will highlight how social determinants fit into population health management and the involvement of the care team in transitions.
Read the whole article here
Case Management Challenges and Opportunities
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the Summer/Fall 2018 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
To introduce a featured session at our 2019 Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference, Teresa Treiger, RN-BC, MA, CCM, CHCQM, FABQAURP, highlights challenges and opportunities facing today's Case Managers. Each Case Manager along the care continuum already has been, or will soon be, challenged by these three things: the opioid crisis, shared decision-making initiatives, and Long-Term Services and Supports.
Read the whole article here
Cybersecurity
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the November/December 2017 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
The care of our patients involves the establishment and the maintenance of their trust. Most important are the proactive steps that need to be taken by covered entities to ensure that protected health information remains private and secure.
Read the whole article here
New Clinicians Engaging in Patient Safety
According to the National Collaborative for Improving the Clinical Learning Environment (NCICLE), clinical learning environments must find ways for new clinicians to engage in patient safety initiatives. While much work has been done in recent years, medical errors continue to be the cause of adverse events. Contemporary principles of patient safety must be taught and promoted for new clinicians to change the future of patient care.
Download the report here
The Multifaceted Roles of the Physician Advisor and Influence in Health Care Organizations
As published in the ABQAURP News pages of the November/December 2016 issue of Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare.
Board-certified Physician Advisors have the tools to be the agents of education and change within their health care organization - because they understand both the clinical and non-clinical aspects of the care that is provided. As the health care landscape changes, determine who is filling the role of the physician advisor at your organization.
Read the whole article here
NEW Online Courses
We are pleased to announce new interactive online continuing medical education courses are now available!
These courses are intended for Physicians of all specialties, Nurses, and Other Health Care Professionals with appropriate CME credit and nursing contact hours offered for each profession.
See Our Online Courses Here