CQII Eliminating Disparities Due to Substance Use Issues - Core Interventions
Resource updated 09/14/2023
Resource updated 09/14/2023
By cross matching registries of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, this study found 27.1% of male syphilis cases were coinfected with HIV and 31.8% of those coinfected were not virally suppressed. This suggests ongoing sexual risk behaviors and the potential for HIV transmission among male syphilis cases.
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Utilization of a peer support specialist to increase routine bacterial sexually transmitted infection screening, testing, and treatment in an urban clinic and related patient care outcomes.
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Screening protocols developed to identify more opportunities for testing at multiple sites and in asymptomatic individuals among persons at risk individuals with HIV to prevent and treat STIs.
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A NJ clinic has implemented multi-site STI screening for the clinic population and for higher risk groups. Gains made in implementation through prior quality initiatives were not sustained. The clinic worked collaboratively with a quality coach to identify how and why rectal swabs are overlooked, particularly when indicated.
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Introduction. In Louisiana, the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STI) rank among the top ten. Approach. A sexual activity history was completed utilizing an audio computer-assisted self-interview tool. Results. Over 40% of the recommended STI screenings were extragenital testing. Discussion. A sexual activity history tool provides reliable recommendations for STI testing.
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Overview of HRSA HAB work to develop three electronic clinical quality measures (eCQMs) focused on HIV care.
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Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 01/03/2024
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Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 01/08/2024
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Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 12/15/2023
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Tool for conducting a cost analysis (determining the unit/average cost of a service) for purposes of billing and securing reimbursement for services provided.
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Tips for negotiating contracts with insurers.
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Actions agencies can undertake to expand or establish contracts with Medicaid or Marketplace Insurance Plans.
Resource updated 03/05/2024