Quality Indicators for High-Need Patients: a Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthcare systems are increasingly implementing programs for high-need patients, who often have multiple chronic conditions and complex social situations. Little, however, is known about quality indicators that might guide healthcare organizations and providers in improving care for high-need patients. We sought to conduct a systematic review to identify potential quality indicators for high-need patients.

Methods

This systematic review (CRD42020215917) searched PubMed, CINAHL, and EMBASE; guideline clearing houses ECRI and GIN; and Google scholar. We included publications suggesting, evaluating, and utilizing indicators to assess quality of care for high-need patients. Critical appraisal of the indicators addressed the development process, endorsement and adopti

SUBMITTER: Schneberk T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9485370 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature