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Abstract Number: 26
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Ambulatory care sensitive conditions (ACSCs) are a set of diagnoses that if not recognized and addressed properly in the ambulatory setting can lead to preventable hospitalizations. People experiencing homelessness (PEH) often have barriers to access of ambulatory care services and chronic disease self-management. These place them at high risk for having ACSCs, and contribute […]
Abstract Number: 89
SHM Converge 2024
Background: With the advent of COVID-19 vaccinations, disparities in vaccination rates across various demographic groups especially in vulnerable population such as HIV positive patients have become an area of concern. Understanding these disparities and their underlying factors can provide essential insights for designing targeted interventions and optimizing vaccine distribution strategies. This study sought to investigate […]
Abstract Number: 194
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Inappropriate diagnosis of urinary tract infections (UTI) contributes to antibiotic overuse. We previously validated and refined a patient safety measure that defines inappropriate diagnosis of UTI (i.e., treatment of asymptomatic bacteriuria [ASB]) and was endorsed by the National Quality Forum. Use of this measure as a pay-for-performance metric in the Michigan Hospital Medicine Safety […]
Abstract Number: 214
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Tobacco cessation is the most effective intervention for reducing the progression of disease in COPD patients and reducing mortality. Varenicline is the most effective drug to treat tobacco use disorder. The American Thoracic Society strongly recommends initiation of Varenicline for smoking cessation, even in patients who are not ready to quit. Hospitalist initiation of […]
Abstract Number: 230
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Tobacco use is the most widespread preventable cause of cancer and is linked to 30% of cancer-related deaths.(1) Many smokers want to quit but are unsuccessful; tools such as nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products can increase quit rates by 50-60%.(2) While smoking cessation is the ideal way to combat tobacco-related diseases, screening for diseases […]
Abstract Number: 256
SHM Converge 2024
Background: eHealth interventions provide opportunities to enhance asthma or COPD self-management, though eHealth literacy (eHL) needs to be evaluated in this population. We evaluated the association between eHL and self-efficacy, as well as the willingness to use eHealth applications in patients hospitalized for chronic lung diseases (i.e., asthma and COPD). Methods: This cross-sectional observational study […]
Abstract Number: 263
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Inhaled treatments are the cornerstone of management of obstructive lung disease, though patients frequently misuse inhalers, leading to worse disease outcomes. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been increased interest in video-module based interventions for patients with chronic diseases. However, patients’ ability to interact with such educational resources necessitates access to technology and proficiency […]
Abstract Number: 269
SHM Converge 2024
Background: As hospital care becomes increasingly reliant on technology, it is important to address disparities in access and use of technology among hospitalized patients. While access to technology itself is becoming more widespread, older inpatients may still experience technology-related disparities due to varying abilities to use/obtain support for technology use. We sought to compare access, […]
Abstract Number: 407
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Timeliness in transitional care improves clinical outcomes by delivering medical care at the most vulnerable post-hospitalization time. Primary care access to in-network and out-of-network patients’ post-hospitalization has been a challenge, especially to sicker patients with high risk of readmissions. Our institution Post-Discharge Clinic bridges this need by developing processes that will improve timely transitional […]
Abstract Number: 436
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Our healthcare institution serves a large low-income, minority, and historically underserved population. The shortage of primary care physicians (PCPs) in our city and the high complexity of patients that are cared for by our organization is a challenge. Patients are in need of transitional care our institution and need help to connect to other […]