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Quality Improvement Case Study: Cool Springs Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

At Cool Springs Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, staff members didn’t waste any time prioritizing operational changes to their quality improvement process. These changes have allowed them to stay ahead of the curve and consistently meet the different measures set by multiple payors.

VHAN Town Hall Addresses Safety and Efficacy of COVID-19 Vaccines

VHAN hosted a virtual town hall to address the safety and efficacy of the new COVID-19 vaccines. Panelists were Vanderbilt University Medical Center experts in vaccine research, epidemiology and infectious disease.

Best Practices for Transitions of Care

This fall and winter, make sure to prioritize post-discharge follow-up visits when appropriate and via telehealth when necessary. Check out the following timeline of key post-discharge activities to help you stay on track.

Prioritize the Fall Risk Screening

Patients above the age of 65 are at a higher risk for falls, which can result in significant morbidity, long-term hospitalizations and premature nursing home placement. Here are some tips to help you capture the Fall Risk Screening appropriately.

Recognizing PCMH Practices in VHAN

VHAN Practices that earn NCQA’s PCMH recognition have made a commitment to continuous quality improvement and a patient-centered approach to care.

VHAN Statin Outreach Project Demonstrates Value of Collaboration

VHAN’s pharmacist-led Station Outreach Service program was aimed at improving rates of statin use among patients with diabetes in high-risk populations. 

Elevating the Importance of Well-Child Visits

Pediatricians are worried about COVID-19’s indirect and lingering physical, mental and social effects on children.

Mid-Year Checkup: Prioritizing AWVs All Year Long

With the COVID-19 pandemic pausing many in-person visits, it’s important to keep Annual Wellness Visits top of mind for Medicare beneficiaries. Read our tips for ways to prioritize these visits.

The Power of a Team-Based Approach to Empowering Patients

Watch a short video on how the VHAN Care Management Team supported a patient in managing her diabetes.

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