Making Changes Based On Statistics Presentation
Select a healthcare-related statistical sampling (e.g., re-admissions for hip surgery patients, false claims violations, compliance with meaningful use, etc.).
Analyze the most current data with previous data and evaluate the trends.
Use the following websites as resources:
National Center for Health Statistics
United States Census Bureau
Medicare.gov
Create a 10-minute, 9- to 12-slide voice-over presentation using either Microsoft® PowerPoint® or websites such as Google Slides™, Adobe® Slate, or Prezi™.
Direct the presentation to an organization’s chief executive officer (CEO).
Examine the following in your presentation:
Did the rates change? Why or why not?
What factors influenced the change?
What was compliance’s role in monitoring the area selected?
What changes to an organization would you advise?
Cite 3 reputable references to support your assignment (e.g., trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality).
Sample Answer
Healthcare-related Statistical Sampling: Readmission Rates for Hip Surgery Patients
Introduction
Readmission rates for hip surgery patients are an important measure of the quality of care provided by hospitals. Readmissions can be costly for both patients and hospitals, and they can also be a sign of poor patient outcomes. In this presentation, we will analyze the most recent data on readmission rates for hip surgery patients and compare it to previous data to evaluate trends.