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Moving Forward
Comparative Performance Data for Physicians: An Important First Step for the Colorado APCD
Building a Blueprint: Solving Data Integration at 10.10.10
Spotlight on Innovation: You or Someone You Know: Mental Health First Aid Colorado
Cultivating the Network of Care: A Learning Series from Healthy Transitions Colorado
The Total Cost of Care Analysis Grant has been Renewed
New Faces at CIVHC!
Articles of Interest

APCD Signed into Legislation in Washington

 

Newly-Insured Claims Data Show Pent-Up Demand for Preference-Sensitive Services 

 

Bigger Health Bills for Diabetes Patients-Especially Kids 
Moving Forward
By Ana English, CIVHC President and CEO

Similar to the ever-changing health care landscape in Colorado, CIVHC has evolved over the years to address the key health care needs of our state. CIVHC was originally created in 2008 by Executive Order of the Governor in recognition of the need to have a systemic, statewide approach to advancing the Triple Aim of better health, better care and lower costs. Much of our work in the early days centered around convening organizations and facilitating important conversations on how to improve the payment and delivery system and how data could support those efforts. 
Comparative Performance Data for Physicians: An Important First Step for the Colorado APCD
By Jonathan Mathieu,Ph.D. CIVHC VP of Research & Compliance and Chief Economist

Jonathan Mathieu

As an economist, I know that credible information based on analysis of reliable data is worth its weight in gold.  But, I also know that it is important not just to provide information, but to impart meaning and motivate action based on the results.To really make a difference, you have to engage all stakeholders in the health care community, get them to 'take notice' of the information and weave a story around the data to spark change.
Building a Blueprint: Solving Data Integration at 10.10.10
By Jay Want, MD, CIVHC Chief Medical Officer

Jay Want

In March I attended a unique event called 10.10.10. This inaugural gathering brought together tech entrepreneurs and health care experts to mull solutions to health care's most vexing problems: health data, Alzheimer's, childhood obesity, and others. The basic construct: ten entrepreneurs, ten wicked problems, ten days to work on them. The gathering yielded what you often get when you bring a diverse group of people together: different viewpoints, and resulting insights into one's own area by seeing it through different eyes. 
Spotlight on Innovation: You or Someone You Know: Mental Health First Aid Colorado
By Stephanie Spriggs, CIVHC Grant Writer and Report Specialist

One in four people struggle with mental health issues such as depression, substance abuse, anxiety, or an eating disorder. In a society that often stigmatizes those who suffer from these conditions, seeking treatment can be an act of bravery and doesn't happen as often as it should. Mental Health First Aid Colorado (MHFA-CO) is a leading voice in the darkness, bringing mental health education and training to help the general public identify those in need. 

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Cultivating the Network of Care: A Learning Series from Healthy Transitions Colorado

Effective care transitions are a vital part of health care transformation. Learn how to streamline internal processes, enhance communication with community partners, and foster patient and family engagement in:


 

Cultivating the Network of Care:

A Learning Series from Healthy Transitions Colorado

  • June 19th, 2015 - Learning Series Kick-off Webinar
  • June 26th, 2015 - Building Transitions from the Inside Out
  • October 16th, 2015 - Nurturing Community Collaboration
  • January 15th, 2016 - Fostering Patient and Family Engagement

 Click here for more information and registration

The Total Cost of Care Analysis Grant has been Renewed

The Network for Regional Healthcare Improvement announced on May 2nd that the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has renewed the Total Cost of Care grant for an additional 18 months. This phase will focus not only on expanding and enhancing the reach of the existing collaboratives in Maine, Missouri, Minnesota, Colorado, and Oregon, but includes adding additional state APCDs.

 

CIVHC is excited to continue the compelling analysis of the Total Cost of Care and help reduce health care costs while improving the overall health of Colorado.
New Faces at CIVHC!
CIVHC Logo TransparentJoin us in welcoming the new members of the CIVHC team. Check out our staff page to learn more.
  • Everett Costa III, M.A. - Account Executive
  • Sarah Godley, MHA - Program Manager
  • Rene' Horton - Senior Health Care Data Analyst
  • Wendy Kane - Project Manager for Statewide Initiatives
  • Koralea Velazquez - Executive Assistant
  • Alton M. Ward, MPS - Account Manager
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The Center for Improving Value in Health Care is a non-profit, collaborative organization supporting the Triple Aim for health care in Colorado: better health, better care, and lower costs. We would like to thank The Colorado Trust, the Colorado Health Foundation, Rose Community Foundation and Caring for Colorado for providing funding to support our organization and focus areas.