HRSA Launches PLOS Special Collection Highlighting Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program’s Innovative Models of Care
Blog updated 04/21/2021
Blog updated 04/21/2021
Review of training and technical assistance available on quality improvement for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program.
Resource updated 08/17/2023
Key dates for the Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) Initiative Triannual Report submission timeline.
Resource updated 05/13/2024
How to use certain Lean tools in the context of a quality improvement project.
Resource updated 08/17/2023
TAP-in supports the 47 EHE jurisdictions funded by HRSA to strengthen their EHE work plans, promote cross-jurisdictional learning, and ensure jurisdictions have access to the resources they need. Project period: 2020-2025.
RWHAP Technical Assistance Provider updated on 04/15/2024
Results from the HIV Cross‐Part Care Continuum Collaborative (H4C) to affect measurable improvements in broad geographic regions utilizing the HIV Care Continuum.
Resource updated 09/14/2023
Young women's support group for HIV-positive pre- and post-natal mothers, with topical discussions and guest speakers and advice provided by a mental health coordinator and medical director.
Resource updated 07/27/2020
Personalized positive affirmations to support adherence sent to youth (13-24 years), via the Care+ app.
Resource updated 07/27/2020
Integration of medical nutrition therapy in routine HIV care via screening of patients for food insecurity and delivery of cooking classes and healthy groceries to those needing food assistance.
Resource updated 07/28/2020
Uber Health transportation services provided to young clients experiencing transportation barriers in order to improve appointment experiences and health outcomes.
Resource updated 04/08/2021
Pill bottle reminder alarms (e-pill) for youth patients new to the clinic and those with inconsistent medication routines, with the provision of clinic instructions on use of the e-pill devices and added support via an adherence video teach-back tool.
Resource updated 07/29/2020
Collaborative medical case management team called Tri-Pod (registered nurse, a social worker, non-medical case manager) utilizes a psychosocial assessment to identify barriers to adherence (e.g., lack of support/other priorities), facilitating collaboration among the medical case management team and allowing the MCM to provide patient-centered care, promote health and wellness, and assist in removing barriers to accessing health care.
Resource updated 03/23/2021
Script developed and used by front office staff to follow-up with no-shows by phone to assess reasons for missed appointments and respond accordingly
Resource updated 04/14/2021
Peer navigation services offered to new patients at initial intake.
Resource updated 01/07/2021
An expedited intake process for newly diagnosed patients (MSM of color), featuring a provider role in making scheduling decisions, maximizing services provided in single visits, and flexibility in first visit encounters.
Resource updated 07/27/2020
In response to data that navigating the healthcare system was a key barrier to achieving viral suppression, patient text messaging to patient navigators enabled within the existing system of mobile device appointment reminders and check-ins.
Resource updated 07/28/2020
U be U clinic-based campaign to motivate and support patients in achieving viral suppression.
Resource updated 07/27/2020
Implemented U = U educational initiative with young clients, both new and existing, via education during clinic visits, educational materials, and social media.
Resource updated 05/06/2022