Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition for BCS and ABC Clinics
We are excited to announce the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has recognized our BCS and ABC Clinics as Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) again this year!
Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition for BCS and ABC Clinics
“NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition raises the bar in defining high-quality care by emphasizing access, health information technology, and coordinated care focused on patients,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane.” This recognition shows that HealthPoint’s BCS and ABC Clinics have the tools, systems, and resources to provide their patients with the proper care at the right time.”
What This Means for Patients
- Together with the NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home program, the input of the American College of Physicians (ACP), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Osteopathic Association (AOA), and others are considered.
- It assesses whether clinician practices function as medical homes and recognizes them for these efforts.
- The NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home standards emphasize using systematic, patient-centered, coordinated care that supports access, communication, and patient involvement.
Who is the National Committee for Quality Assurance?
The National Committee for Quality Assurance points the way to health care that science says works. Above all, they study how well health plans and doctors provide scientifically recommended care. Most importantly, they dedicate their time to identifying organizations that improve your health care. NCQA’s work has saved thousands of lives. They have helped millions stay healthy and saved the country billions of dollars. Before the formation of the NCQA, health care operated in the “dark.” In 1990, it achieved its status as a non-profit. To summarize, they are dedicated to “turning on the lights” in the healthcare industry.
NCQA is a private, non-profit organization that improves healthcare quality
The National Committee for Quality Assurance accredits and certifies various healthcare organizations. Additionally, they manage the evolution of HEDIS®. Moreover, more than 90 percent of the nation’s health plans use this performance measurement tool. NCQA uses measurement, transparency, and accountability to highlight top performers in their fields and drive improvement. Since the early 1990’s they have measured and accredited health plans, their website says, “Since 2008, our mission has brought us closer to where care is delivered. We’ve grown to measure the quality of medical providers and practices. Most employees work on HEDIS and our Accreditation, Certification, and Recognition programs. Government and private sector clients hire us through contracts and grants to help them measure and improve quality.” A Board of Directors governs their actions, including employers, consumers, health plans, quality experts, and representatives from organized medicine.
Why Patient-Centered Medical Homes are Important
The patient-centered medical home is a model of care that puts patients at the forefront. Research shows that PCMHs improve quality and the patient experience and increase staff satisfaction—while reducing health care costs. As a result, PCMHs build better relationships between patients and their clinical care teams. Practices that earn recognition have committed to continuous quality improvement and a patient-centered approach to care.
As your medical home, we will work with you to create a plan of care to meet your needs and goals. More specifically, we can:
- Help you manage your health care
- Help answer your health questions
- Listen to your concerns
- Work with other medical experts, if necessary
- Coordinate your care through additional services
- Encourage you to be a part of your healthcare
How BCS and ABC Clinics are Different
While these characteristics are not unique to PCMHs, having two of them in your community ensures the best care for you and your family.
Watch this brief video to learn more about what it means to have a PCMH:
Wherever your journey takes you, HealthPoint will help guide the way and coordinate your care. We are here for you.
