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9521

Quality improvement study of collaborative care model services at a federally qualified health center: A uniform data system-informed approach

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Authors: Amber Flanigan-Bodrick, Phyllis Solomon

Year: 2025

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9522

Quality Improvement With Pay-for-Performance Incentives in Integrated Behavioral Health Care

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Authors: J. Unutzer, Y. F. Chan, E. Hafer, J. Knaster, A. Shields, D. Powers, R. C. Veith

Year: 2012

Publication Place: United States

Abstract: Objectives. We evaluated a quality improvement program with a pay-for-performance (P4P) incentive in a population-focused, integrated care program for safety-net patients in 29 community health clinics. Methods. We used a quasi-experimental design with 1673 depressed adults before and 6304 adults after the implementation of the P4P program. Survival analyses examined the time to improvement in depression before and after implementation of the P4P program, with adjustments for patient characteristics and clustering by health care organization. Results. Program participants had high levels of depression, other psychiatric and substance abuse problems, and social adversity. After implementation of the P4P incentive program, participants were more likely to experience timely follow-up, and the time to depression improvement was significantly reduced. The hazard ratio for achieving treatment response was 1.73 (95% confidence interval = 1.39, 2.14) after the P4P program implementation compared with pre-program implementation. Conclusions. Although this quasi-experiment cannot prove that the P4P initiative directly caused improved patient outcomes, our analyses strongly suggest that when key quality indicators are tracked and a substantial portion of payment is tied to such quality indicators, the effectiveness of care for safety-net populations can be substantially improved.

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9523

Quality Indicators for Physical and Behavioral Health Care Integration

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Authors: M. L. Goldman, B. Spaeth-Rublee, H. A. Pincus

Year: 2015

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9524

Quality indicators for the referral process from primary to specialised mental health care: an explorative study in accordance with the RAND appropriateness method

Type: Journal Article

Authors: M. Hartveit, K. Vanhaecht, O. Thorsen, E. Biringer, K. Haug, A. Aslaksen

Year: 2017

Publication Place: England

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Communication between involved parties is essential to ensure coordinated and safe health care delivery. However, existing literature reveals that the information relayed in the referral process is seen as insufficient by the receivers. It is unknown how this insufficiency affects the quality of care, and valid performance measures to explore it are lacking. The aim of the present study was to develop quality indicators to detect the impact that the quality of referral letters from primary care to specialised mental health care has on the quality of mental health services. METHODS: Using a modified version of the RAND/UCLA appropriateness method, a systematic literature review and focus group interviews were conducted to define quality indicators for mental health care expected to be affected by the quality of referral information. Focus group participants included psychiatrists, psychologists, general practitioners, patient representatives and managers. The existing evidence and suggested indicators were presented to expert panels, who assessed the indicators by their validity, reliability, sensitivity and feasibility. RESULTS: Sixteen preliminary indicators emerged during the focus group interviews and literature review. The expert panels recommended four of the 16 indicators. The recommended indicators measure a) timely access, b) delay in the process of assessing the referral, c) delay in the onset of care and d) the appropriateness of the referral. Adjustment was necessary for five other indicators, and seven indicators were rejected because of expected confounding factors reducing their validity and sensitivity. CONCLUSIONS: The quality of information relayed in the referral process from primary care to specialised mental health care is expected to affect a wide range of dimensions defining high quality care. The expected importance of the referral process for ensuring 'timely access'-one of the six aims of high-quality health care defined by the Institute of Medicine-is highlighted. Exploring the underlying mechanisms for the potential impact of referral information on patient outcomes is recommended to enhance quality of care. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT01374035 (28 April 2011).

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9525

Quality Indicators for Transition from Pediatric to Adult Care for Youth With Chronic Conditions: Proposal for an Online Modified Delphi Study

Type: Journal Article

Authors: A. Toulany, D. Khodyakov, S. Mooney, L. Stromquist, K. Bailey, C. E. Barber, M. Batthish, K. Cleverley, G. Dimitropoulos, J. W. Gorter, D. Grahovac, R. Grimes, B. Guttman, M. L. Hébert, T. John, L. Lo, D. Luong, L. MacGregor, G. Mukerji, J. Pidduck, V. Senthilnathan, R. Shulman, P. Trbovich, S. E. Munce

Year: 2024

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BACKGROUND: The transition from pediatric to adult care poses a significant health system-level challenge impeding the delivery of quality health services for youth with chronic health conditions. In Canada and globally, the transition to adult care is regarded as a top priority in adolescent health in need of readily applicable, adaptable, and relevant national metrics to evaluate and benchmark transition success across disease populations and clinical care settings. Unfortunately, existing literature fails to account for the lack of engagement from youth and caregivers in developing indicators, and its applicability across chronic conditions, primary care involvement, and health equity considerations. OBJECTIVE: Our proposed study aims to establish a consensus-driven set of quality indicators for the transition to adult care that are universally applicable across physical, developmental, and mental health conditions, clinical care settings, and health jurisdictions. METHODS: Using an integrated knowledge translation (iKT) approach, a panel comprising youth, caregivers, interdisciplinary health care providers, and health system leaders will be established to collaborate with our research team to ensure that the study methodology, materials, and knowledge dissemination are suitable and reflect the perspectives of youth and their families. We will then conduct an iterative 3-round Online Modified Delphi (OMD) study (n=160) to (1) compare and contrast the perspectives of youth, caregivers, health care providers, and health system leaders on quality indicators for transition; and (2) prioritize a key set of quality indicators for transition applicable across disease populations that are the most important, useful, and feasible in the Canadian context. Using the RAND/UCLA Appropriateness Method (RAM) multistage analytic approach, data from each panel and stakeholder group will be examined separately and compared to establish a key set of indicators endorsed by both panels. RESULTS: The study is funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and Physicians Services Incorporated. CONCLUSIONS: This study will produce quality indicators to evaluate and inform action equitably to improve transition from pediatric to adult care for youth and their families in Canada. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID): PRR1-10.2196/60860.

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9526

Quality Measurement in Rural Health Clinics

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Authors: National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services

Year: 2024

Publication Place: Rockville, MD

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This grey literature reference is included in the Academy's Literature Collection in keeping with our mission to gather all sources of information on integration. Grey literature is comprised of materials that are not made available through traditional publishing avenues. Often, the information from unpublished resources can be limited and the risk of bias cannot be determined.

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9527

Quality of care for primary care patients with anxiety disorders

Type: Journal Article

Authors: M. B. Stein, C. D. Sherbourne, M. G. Craske, A. Means-Christensen, A. Bystritsky, W. Katon, G. Sullivan, P. Roy-Byrne

Year: 2004

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9528

Quality of Care Perceived by Older Patients and Caregivers in Integrated Care Pathways With Interviewing Assistance From a Social Robot: Noninferiority Randomized Controlled Trial

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Authors: R. Boumans, F. van Meulen, W. van Aalst, J. Albers, M. Janssen, M. Peters-Kop, Huisman- de Waal, A. van de Poll, K. Hindriks, M. Neerincx, Olde Rikkert

Year: 2020

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9529

Quality of communication between primary health care and mental health care: an examination of referral and discharge letters

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Authors: J. Durbin, J. Barnsley, B. Finlayson, L. Jaakkimainen, E. Lin, W. Berta, J. McMurray

Year: 2012

Publication Place: United States

Abstract: In managing treatment for persons with mental illness, the primary care physician (PCP) needs to communicate with mental health (MH) professionals in various settings over time to provide appropriate management and continuity of care. However, effective communication between PCPs and MH specialists is often poor. The present study reviewed evidence on the quality of information transfer between PCPs and specialist MH providers for referral requests and after inpatient discharge. Twenty-three audit studies were identified that assessed the quality of content and nine that assessed strategies to improve quality. Results indicated that rates of item reporting were variable. Within the limited evidence on interventions to improve quality, use of structured forms showed positive results. Follow-up work can identify a minimum set of items to include in information transfers, along with item definitions and structures for holding this information. Then, methodologies for measuring data quality, including electronically generated performance metrics, can be developed.

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9530

Quality of life among opiate-dependent individuals: A review of the literature

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Authors: J. De Maeyer, W. Vanderplasschen, E. Broekaert

Year: 2010

Publication Place: Netherlands

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9531

Quality of life among patients with bipolar disorder in primary care versus community mental health settings

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Authors: C. J. Miller, K. M. Abraham, L. A. Bajor, Z. Lai, H. M. Kim, K. M. Nord, D. E. Goodrich, M. S. Bauer, A. M. Kilbourne

Year: 2013

Publication Place: Netherlands

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Bipolar disorder is associated with functional impairment across a number of domains, including health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Many patients are treated exclusively in primary care (PC) settings, yet little is known how HRQOL outcomes compare between PC and community mental health (CMH) settings. This study aimed to explore the correlates of HRQOL across treatment settings using baseline data from a multisite, randomized controlled trial for adults with bipolar disorder. METHODS: HRQOL was measured using the SF-12 physical (PCS) and mental (MCS) composite scale scores. Independent sample t-tests were calculated to compare differences in HRQOL between settings. Multivariate regression models then examined the effect of treatment setting on HRQOL, adjusting for covariate demographic factors, mood symptoms (Internal State Scale), hazardous drinking (AUDIT-C), and substance abuse. RESULTS: A total of 384 enrolled participants completed baseline surveys. MCS and PCS scores reflected similar impairment in HRQOL across PC and CMH settings (p=0.98 and p=0.49, respectively). Depressive symptoms were associated with lower MCS scores (B=-0.68, p<0.001) while arthritis/chronic pain was strongly related to lower PCS scores (B=-5.23, p<0.001). LIMITATIONS: This study lacked a formal diagnostic interview, relied on cross-sectional self-report, and sampled from a small number of sites in two states. DISCUSSION: Participants reported similar impairments in both mental and physical HRQOL in PC and CMH treatment settings, emphasizing the need for integrated care for patients with bipolar disorder regardless of where they present for treatment.

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9532

Quality of life and healthcare service utilization among methadone maintenance patients in a mountainous area of Northern Vietnam

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Authors: L. H. Nguyen, L. H. T. Nguyen, V. L. Boggiano, C. D. Hoang, H. Van Nguyen, H. T. Le, H. Q. Le, T. D. Tran, B. X. Tran, C. A. Latkin, N. Zary, M. T. T. Vu

Year: 2017

Publication Place: England

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9533

Quality of life as an outcome of opioid use disorder treatment: A systematic review

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Authors: J. W. Bray, B. Aden, A. A. Eggman, L. Hellerstein, E. Wittenberg, B. Nosyk, J. C. Stribling, B. R. Schackman

Year: 2017

Publication Place: United States

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9534

Quality of Mental Health Care at a Student-Run Clinic: Care for the Uninsured Exceeds that of Publicly and Privately Insured Populations

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Authors: K. M. Liberman, Y. S. Meah, A. Chow, J. Tornheim, O. Rolon, D. C. Thomas

Year: 2011

Abstract: Diagnosing and treating depression in a primary care practice is an important, yet difficult task, especially for safety-net practices serving the uninsured. In the United States healthcare system, there is a mismatch between the need for mental health care and access to services. This disparity is most striking among the uninsured. Mental health disorders are more prevalent among the uninsured, and even when diagnosed with mental illness, they are less likely to obtain necessary treatment than insured patients. Given the increasing burden of depression on society, growing numbers of uninsured and negative repercussions of untreated mental illness, improvements in screening and management protocols are becoming more important in primary care practices serving this population. The quality of depression treatment at commercial and public insurance plans in New York City (NYC) and New York State (NYS) were compared to that of the East Harlem Health Outreach Partnership (EHHOP), the student-run clinic of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Based on the comparison, the study made recommendations for an integrated, on-site mental health service program at the community health clinic. A cohort of 49 depressed patients were evaluated and treated at the EHHOP clinic. The quality of the mental health care was evaluated according to variables from the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS). Indicators of quality included demographics, method of diagnosis, type of pharmacological treatment, referral to specialty care, patient adherence to follow-up care and adherence to pharmacologic treatment. When compared to insured patients in NYS, more EHHOP patients had the appropriate number of physician contacts after being diagnosed with depression than patients with commercial health plans (P = 0.008) and Medicaid (P = 0.09). Similarly, a greater number of EHHOP patients had better acute phase (P = 0.001; P = 0.096) and continuous phase (P = 0.049; P = 0.88) pharmacologic treatment than patients with commercial health plans and Medicaid, respectively. EHHOP meets and, in some areas, exceeds the quality of depression treatment when compared to insured populations. Even though EHHOP already surpasses these indicators, the clinic can improve its diagnostic capabilities, prescription medication adherence, and referral care follow-through by creating an on-site mental health clinic.

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9535

Quality of mental health care for children: a familiar storyline

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Authors: K. J. Kelleher, S. M. Horwitz

Year: 2006

Publication Place: United States

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9536

Quality of mental health care for youth with asthma and comorbid anxiety and depression

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Authors: W. J. Katon, L. Richardson, J. Russo, P. Lozano, E. McCauley

Year: 2006

Publication Place: United States

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Youth with asthma have a high rate of anxiety and depressive disorders, and these comorbid disorders are associated with increased asthma symptom burden and functional impairment. This study examined the rates and predictors of recognition of anxiety and depressive disorders among youth (ages 11 to 17) with asthma who are seen in primary care settings as well as the quality of mental health care provided to those with comorbid anxiety and depression over a 12-month period. METHODS: This study used automated utilization and pharmacy data from a health maintenance organization to describe the rate of recognition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, edition IV, anxiety and depressive disorders and the quality of mental health care provided for the 17% of youth with asthma and comorbid anxiety and/or depression during the 12-month period prior to diagnosis. Psychiatric diagnoses were based on a telephone version of the Computerized Diagnostic Interview Schedule for Children (Version 4.0). RESULTS: Approximately 35% of youth with 1 or more anxiety and depressive disorders and 43% of those with major depression were recognized by the medical system during a 12-month period. Greater functional impairment (odds ratio [OR] 3.32, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.25-8.79), higher severity on parent-rated anxiety and depressive symptoms (OR 2.49, 95% CI 1.04-6.00), and a greater number of primary care visits (OR 1.26, 95% CI 1.10-1.44) were associated with significantly higher recognition rates while having Medicaid or Washington state medical insurance was associated with lower rates of recognition (OR 0.27, 95% CI 0.08-0.92). Only approximately 1 in 5 youths with comorbid major depression received an adequate dosage and duration of antidepressant medication, and only 1 in 6 received a minimally adequate number of psychotherapy sessions (> or =4 visits). CONCLUSION: Rates of recognition of comorbid anxiety and depressive disorders are low in youth with asthma and few youth with asthma and comorbid anxiety and depression receive guideline-level mental health treatment.

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9537

Quality of Mental Health Care in Integrated Veterans Affairs Patient-Centered Medical Homes: a National Observational Study

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Authors: L. B. Leung, E. P. Post, E. Jaske, K. B. Wells, L. V. Rubenstein

Year: 2019

Publication Place: United States

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Quality of Mental Health Care in Integrated Veterans Affairs Patient-Centered Medical Homes: a National Observational Study

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Authors: L. B. Leung, E. P. Post, E. Jaske, K. B. Wells, L. V. Rubenstein

Year: 2019

Publication Place: United States

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Quality of primary care for resettled refugees in the Netherlands with chronic mental and physical health problems: a cross-sectional analysis of medical records and interview data

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Authors: M. A. van Melle, M. Lamkaddem, M. M. Stuiver, A. A. Gerritsen, W. L. Deville, M. L. Essink-Bot

Year: 2014

Publication Place: England

Abstract: BACKGROUND: A high prevalence of mental and physical ill health among refugees resettled in the Netherlands has been reported. With this study we aim to assess the quality of primary healthcare for resettled refugees in the Netherlands with chronic mental and non-communicable health problems, we examined: a) general practitioners' (GP) recognition of common mental disorders (CMD) (depression and anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms); b) patients' awareness of diabetes type II (DMII) and hypertension (HT); and c) GPs' adherence to guidelines for CMD, DMII and HT. METHODS: From 172 refugees resettled in the Netherlands, interview data (2010-2011) and medical records (n = 106), were examined. Inclusion was based on medical record diagnoses for DMII and HT, and on questionnaire-based CMD measures (Hopkins Symptom Checklist for depression and anxiety; Harvard Trauma Questionnaire for PTSD). GP recognition of CMD was calculated as the number of CMD cases registered in the medical record compared with those found in interviews. Patient awareness of HT and DMII was scored as the percentage of subjects diagnosed by the GP who reported their condition during the interview. GPs' adherence to guidelines for CMD, DMII and HT was measured using established indicators. RESULTS: We identified 37 resettled refugees with CMD of which 18 (49%) had been recognised by the GP. We identified 16 refugees with DMII and 14 with HT from the medical record; 24 (80%) were aware of their condition. Thirty-five out of these 53 (66%) resettled refugees with chronic mental and non-communicable disorders received guideline-adherent treatment. CONCLUSION: This study shows that awareness in resettled refugees of GP diagnosed DMII and HT is high, whereas GP recognition of CMD and overall guideline adherence are moderate.

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9540

Quality outcomes management: Veterans Affairs case study

Type: Journal Article

Authors: S. C. Bhatia, P. P. Fernandes

Year: 2008

Publication Place: United States

Abstract: During the last decade, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has made major strides in enhancing quality of medical, surgical, and mental health care for veterans. These improvements have been achieved through the will and commitment of VA leadership and by changes in the administrative structure, such as through the creation of Veteran Integrated Service Networks and patient care service lines, the use of state-of-the-art technology for electronic health records, implementation of high-value preventative and chronic disease management performance measures, and the ability to track their effectiveness. Parallel with these changes, the quality of mental heath care in the VA has also improved, as have mental health education and research.

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