#qapi

The University of Maryland’s survey on LGBT Asians is closing in a month, and they need 100 more participants to complete their study! Data on LGBTQ Asians is scarce, given our numbers as a double-minority, so props to UMD for this undertaking.

Data on LGBTQ Asians is scarce, given our numbers as a double-minority. Props to the University of Maryland for conducting a study on the Gaysian experience!

Currently, they still need 200 participants - every 5th completion will get a $20 Amazon gift card, and more importantly, the responses will contribute to this little-studied area of research, and help with community organizing efforts.

Enhancing Patient Safety: Navigating CMS Hospital QAPI Standards 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, prioritizing patient safety and continuous quality improvement is imperative. Recognizing the pivotal role hospitals play in ensuring high-quality and safe care, the CMS introduced updated QAPI standards in 2020.

One significant change introduced in the updated QAPI standards is the explicit inclusion of a section addressing patient safety and risk management. In March 2023, CMS responded to these challenges by issuing long-awaited interpretive guidelines, providing clarity for surveyors on evaluating a hospital's QAPI program.

Central to CMS's expectations is the crucial role of hospital leadership and the governing body in overseeing and executing the QAPI. The forthcoming program will delve into the revised CMS hospital QAPI standards and the newly provided interpretive guidelines.

Key learning objectives include understanding the specific requirements for a robust QAPI program, recognizing the areas that will be scrutinized during CMS surveys, and understanding the role of hospital leadership in steering the QAPI ship. CMS surveyors will meticulously review policies and procedures, ensuring they are not just on paper but effectively implemented in practice.