Session Information
2010 Midyear Clinical Meeting
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The Pharmacist's Role in Improving the Bottom Line
Track:
Education Sessions (CE)
Program Code: 237-L01
Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST
Location:
Room 304A, Level 3
PRESENTER(S):
Nicole Bryan
Erin Hendrick
PROGRAM CHAIR:
Nicole Bryan
- Describe elements of HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) and operational tactics pharmacists can initiate to address pain and medication communication questions.
- Explain the "never events" concept and how pharmacists can reduce incidence.
- Identify the required elements IPPS hospitals are required to report in order to avoid a reduction in reimbursement during the annual payment update and how the Department of Pharmacy can ensure all elements are addressed in department operations.
- Name ways front line staff and physicians can optimize drug selection and reduce patient length of stay in order to impact the bottom line.
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