Medical Quality Management: Theory and Practice

The third edition of Medical Quality Management: Theory and Practice is a comprehensive medical textbook that provides the latest information on healthcare quality. It covers core areas such as quality improvement, data analytics, utilization management, case management, and care coordination, as well as new content related to medical quality management and quality improvement, a user-friendly format, case studies, and updated learning objectives. It serves as a source material for the American Board of Medical Quality in the development of its core curriculum and certification examinations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 367 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This extensive medical textbook serves as a comprehensive compendium of the most recent information on healthcare quality. It offers comprehensive knowledge about the theory and practical applications of each core area within the field of medical quality management, as well as insightful briefings on the impact of new healthcare technologies and innovations on medical quality and improvement. The third edition of this textbook introduces significant new content related to medical quality management and quality improvement, featuring a user-friendly format, case studies, and updated learning objectives. Additionally, it serves as a valuable resource for the American Board of Medical Quality in the development of its core curriculum and certification examinations.

Each chapter in this textbook is meticulously designed to provide a thorough review of the essential background, precepts, and exemplary practices within the specific topical area.

Basics of Quality Improvement: This chapter delves into the fundamental principles and strategies of quality improvement, including the identification of quality issues, the development and implementation of improvement plans, and the measurement and evaluation of outcomes.

Data Analytics for the Improvement of Healthcare Quality: In this chapter, the authors explore the use of data analytics to enhance healthcare quality, including the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data to identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement.

Utilization Management, Case Management, and Care Coordination: This chapter focuses on the management of resources and the coordination of care across different healthcare settings, including utilization management, case management, and care coordination. It discusses strategies for optimizing patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.

Economics and Finance in Medical Quality Management: This chapter explores the economic aspects of medical quality management, including the cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, and reimbursement strategies. It discusses the financial implications of quality improvement initiatives and the role of healthcare administrators and executives in resource allocation.

External Quality Improvement — Accreditation, Certification, and Education: This chapter discusses the importance of external quality improvement in accreditation, certification, and education. It explores the processes and standards involved in achieving and maintaining accreditation, as well as the role of certification programs in promoting quality improvement.

The Interface Between Quality Improvement and Law: This chapter examines the legal aspects of quality improvement, including compliance with regulations, legal liability, and privacy. It discusses the legal responsibilities of healthcare professionals and organizations in ensuring quality and safety.

Ethics and Quality Improvement: This chapter explores the ethical considerations and principles that guide quality improvement initiatives. It discusses the importance of ethical decision-making, the role of ethics committees and boards in quality improvement, and the ethical challenges associated with healthcare quality improvement.

With the release of the new edition of Medical Quality Management: Theory and Practice, the American College of Medical Quality brings together the expertise and experience of its contributors to provide healthcare professionals with the foundational
background required to assume the responsibilities of medical quality management in healthcare institutions, provide physicians in all medical specialties with a comprehensive core body of knowledge related to medical quality management, and serve as a vital guide
guide for healthcare administrators and executives, academics, directors, medical and nursing students.

Weight: 605g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030480820
Edition number: 3rd ed. 2021