Paper Homework
Select one of the quality topics in healthcare from the list below. Prepare a summary document using the table format below (be sure your homework is submitted in a table). The table should be single spaced and no more than 3 to 4 pages in length. Except in the case of titles, use complete sentences, i.e., write using narrative format. Include a cover page and a list of references (this is separate from the summary pages).
Select from the following quality topics. NOTE: If there is another related topic that you would like to write on, please get approval from Prof. Powell.
1) Medical Errors
2) Quality and Disparities
3) Patient Safety
4) Quality/Core Measures
5) Value-based Purchasing
6) Pay for Performance (P4P)
7) COVID-19's Impact on Quality
Quality Topic Research Summary
1) Quality Topic
Provide the name of the quality topic chosen.
2) Quality Topic Description
Provide a detailed description and origins of the quality topic chosen. Indicate in detail who is affected (and how) by this topic (healthcare providers, patients, healthcare organizations, etc.).
3) Legislation
Research legislation and/or policies related to the quality topic chosen. Provide a detailed description of the policies/legislation. Describe the scope of the legislation and how it impacts the organization, providers, and patients.
4) Regulatory
Research Regulatory Agencies that implement policies and enforce legislation related to the quality topic chosen. Discuss in detail at least three.
5) Conclusion
Indicate any upcoming changes, regulations, etc. that will impact the quality topic chosen. What does the future hold for this issue? How should healthcare leaders manage this issue in their organizations?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.