By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
  • Health
    • Mental Health
    Health
    Healthcare organizations are operating on slimmer profit margins than ever. One report in August showed that they are even lower than the beginning of the…
    Show More
    Top News
    degree for healthcare job
    What Are The Health Benefits Of Having A Degree?
    March 9, 2022
    custom software development is changing healthcare
    Digital Customer Journey Mapping and its Importance for Healthcare
    July 21, 2022
    tips for getting drugs from an online pharmacy
    How to Get Prescriptions Online Reliably and Cost-Effectively
    November 9, 2022
    Latest News
    Beyond Nutrition: Everyday Foods That Support Whole-Body Health
    June 15, 2025
    The Wide-Ranging Benefits of Magnesium Supplements
    June 11, 2025
    The Best Home Remedies for Migraines
    June 5, 2025
    The Hidden Impact Of Stress On Your Body’s Alignment And Balance
    May 22, 2025
  • Policy and Law
    • Global Healthcare
    • Medical Ethics
    Policy and Law
    Get the latest updates about Insurance policies and Laws in the Healthcare industry for different geographical locations.
    Show More
    Top News
    Congresswoman’s Staff Renews Call for Funding of Care for Complex Head Injuries
    April 22, 2011
    More On Wellness Programs To Improve Health and Reduce Costs
    January 25, 2012
    Squandering Medicare’s Money
    June 9, 2011
    Latest News
    Top HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps for Healthcare Teams
    June 25, 2025
    When Healthcare Ends, the Legal Process Begins: What Families Should Know About Probate and Medical Estates
    June 20, 2025
    Preventing Contamination In Healthcare Facilities Starts With Hygiene
    June 15, 2025
    Strengthening Healthcare Systems Through Clinical and Administrative Career Development
    June 13, 2025
  • Medical Innovations
  • News
  • Wellness
  • Tech
Search
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: Secrets of Population Health Management [INFOGRAPHIC]
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
Font ResizerAa
Search
Follow US
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Health Works Collective > Business > Finance > Secrets of Population Health Management [INFOGRAPHIC]
BusinessFinanceGlobal HealthcareHospital AdministrationPolicy & Law

Secrets of Population Health Management [INFOGRAPHIC]

Abby Norman
Last updated: November 7, 2014 9:00 am
Abby Norman
Share
3 Min Read
Population Health Management
SHARE

Population Health ManagementIn the wake of Ebola, healthcare systems worldwide are focusing more than ever on defining – and refining – their population health initiatives.

Population Health ManagementIn the wake of Ebola, healthcare systems worldwide are focusing more than ever on defining – and refining – their population health initiatives. Smart thinking on multiple accounts, if you think about where we’re headed in terms of healthcare reform. Hospitals that are moving towards population health initiatives now will be far better prepared for the overall shift to accountable care that’s on the horizon.

The first step is defining population. Are you going to define populations by illness, socioeconomic factors, financial factors or some vector of all three? Generally speaking, defining your population should align with the kind of care your organization is already known for. If you’re a highly regarded trauma center, focus on that. If you’re known for your pediatric oncology unit, there’s your population. Start with what you already have and expand outward from a solid spot you can stand – and build – on.

Alternatively, you can approach the problem from the opposite standpoint: identify key areas of weakness, remedy them, and learn from previous mistakes. While this is a noble route to take, it might not be feasible if you don’t have the financial resources to take a bit of a leap on making corrections. It may be more economical to build something brand-new into your pre-existing structure than attempt to tear down and then rebuild atop old problems.

More Read

ICU design
8 Powerful Innovations In ICU Design
A Good Immigration Law Firm Can Improve Your Mental Health
5 Things Every Trainee GP Should Know
Osteopathic Medical Schools Are Increasing the Numbers of Quality Grads
Commercial Speech Trumps Privacy When It Comes to Drug Marketing

The same could be said about patients! Make sure that you’re treating not just acute issues – but chronic problems as well. It’s not enough to support patients just in times of emergency. Many chronic issues can develop into costly emergencies if they are unmanaged. One way to address this is through care management programs. Care managers, who are usually nurses, help guide a patient through the health system as they are receiving care, and coordinate any follow-up care.

Care coordination can also be used in conjunction with performance-based payment programs which reward providers for improving population health outcomes. By establishing measures, or benchmarks, that hospitals can strive for, you can also make proper use of another tool – data.

By utilizing the data you already have, you can use predictive analysis to not only figure out your benchmarks, but mark progress as you move forward and even predict problems before they occur.

Other benefits of population health focus?

    1. Increased quality and efficiency of care,
    2. Better access to healthcare
    3. Fewer emergency room visits and admissions
    4. Better communication between providers, patients and payers
    5. Shared risk – especially financial
    6. Overall cost reduction
  • Better health – for everyone.


Population Health Management: Reducing Risk and Spend Across the Care Continuum

Via: Healthcare Intelligence Network

TAGGED:population health management
Share This Article
Facebook Copy Link Print
Share
By Abby Norman
My name is Abby Norman and I am a healthcare blogger. With over 10 years of experience in the medical field, I have developed a passion for helping others understand the complexities of healthcare.

Stay Connected

1.5kFollowersLike
4.5kFollowersFollow
2.8kFollowersPin
136kSubscribersSubscribe

Latest News

women dental care
What Is a Smile Makeover and How Much Does It Cost?
Dental health
June 30, 2025
HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps
Top HIPAA-Compliant Messaging Apps for Healthcare Teams
Global Healthcare Policy & Law Technology
June 25, 2025
recovering from injury
Rebuilding After Injury: Path to Physical and Emotional Recovery
News
June 22, 2025
scientist using microscope
When Healthcare Ends, the Legal Process Begins: What Families Should Know About Probate and Medical Estates
Global Healthcare
June 18, 2025

You Might also Like

Private Insurance Exchanges in the Mainstream

September 28, 2012

Easy Giveaways to Grow Mindshare as a Healthcare Provider

November 18, 2015
Business

5 Excellent Qualities Of A Good Healthcare Leader

March 10, 2020
doctor compensation
BusinessFinanceHospital AdministrationMedical Education

Want to Make a Lot of Money in Healthcare? Don’t Become a Doctor

June 3, 2014
Subscribe
Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!
Follow US
© 2008-2025 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?