Appropriate Use Criteria
Access criteria for imaging appropriateness developed by Johns Hopkins experts that meet the requirements of the federal Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014.
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The doctors, nurses, researchers and leaders of Johns Hopkins Medicine recognize the explosion in health care costs and the challenges patients face in receiving affordable, convenient and quality care. The goal of our high-value care work is to deliver the most effective care and improve health, while protecting patients from unnecessary tests and treatments.
Physician groups that standardize care protocols and share best practices.
Johns Hopkins experts from multiple specialties research and design best practice guidelines, which are integrated into our electronic medical record, to direct appropriate use of tests, treatments, consults, hospital admissions and more.
Senior executives work to improve patient quality, safety, experience and outcomes while eliminating wasteful practices across the health system.
Across Johns Hopkins Health System, the Office of Care Transformation directs performance improvement programs designed to increase the effectiveness, efficiency, consistency and affordability of health care delivery for patients and providers..
Access criteria for imaging appropriateness developed by Johns Hopkins experts that meet the requirements of the federal Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014.
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Johns Hopkins Medicine is committed to providing equitable care to all, while improving the health and wellness of our patients, personnel and residents in all our neighboring communities.
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