Overview

The Reducing Avoidable Emergency Department (ED) Visits Teleconference featured the approach and learning from a Northern California IPA that reduced ED visits by utilizing the strengths of the medical home.

Status

The teleconference was held on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from 12:00 - 1:30pm. Registration is closed for this teleconference. However, the presentation and audio recording are available:

Listen to the teleconference (Windows Media Audio)

View teleconference presentation (PPT)

Benefits

Understand how one Northern California IPA reduced ED utilization by using a medical home framework, applying the improvement model, running rapid-cycle improvements (PDSA cycles), and engaging patients and physicians.

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• Participants - Faculty, national and local experts, sponsors and attendees
• Join the Program - Register for the current program or join for the following year