Use these four (4) assigned online readings:
Hospital Compare. Linking Quality to Payment
Hospital Compare. Survey of Patients’ Experiences (HCAHPS)
The HCAHPS Survey – Frequently Asked Questions
CMS Value Based Purchasing 2019 Fact Sheet
Explain (1) how linking quality to payment through the Medicare programs listed below and (2) publicly reporting on performance is expected to improve quality and increase value for patients.
Do you agree that these measures will result in the intended improvements in quality and value? If so, why? If not, why not?
The Medicare programs include the:
Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program
Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Program
Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) Reduction Program
HCAHPS