AHRQ-Funded Projects

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Coordinating Transitions: Health Information Technology Role in Improving Multiple Chronic Disease Outcomes

Description: 

This study aimed to improve care transitions for low-income patients with multiple chronic conditions using health information exchange, and found significant reductions in inpatient and emergency department utilization.

Principal Investigator: 
Sharon Hewner
Project Dates: 
July 15, 2014 to December 31, 2016

Testing Clinical Decision Support for Treating Tobacco Use in Dental Clinics

Description: 

This project pilot tested and evaluated a smoking cessation clinical decision support system, finding it was feasible to implement, easy to use and helpful for patient care, and led to an increase in patient quit attempts.

Principal Investigator: 
Donna Shelley
Project Dates: 
September 30, 2011 to September 30, 2014