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There are 4 modules in this course
Welcome to the Healthcare Delivery in Ambulatory Healthcare Management course! This course provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of healthcare delivery within the dynamic field of ambulatory healthcare management. This course is designed for learners with little to no experience in this field, and welcomes all those interested in learning more about medical practice management.
Throughout this course, you will explore key topics that are crucial for effectively managing healthcare delivery. You’ll cover the locations of care, including hospitals, ambulatory clinics, virtual care, nursing homes, and other healthcare settings. Additionally, you will delve into practice management, population health, care management, case management, and the distinction between primary and specialty care.
By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare delivery in ambulatory settings. Join us on this learning journey to enhance your understanding of ambulatory healthcare management and its impact on patient care, population health, and overall healthcare outcomes.
In this module, you will learn how sound budgeting practices can enhance the financial health of an ambulatory practice. You will explore key budgeting concepts, including revenue, expenses, and forecasting, to build a solid foundation in financial management. By reviewing the essential information needed to develop a practice budget, you will gain practical skills in budget planning and oversight. You will also learn strategies to effectively collaborate with your finance team, ensuring financial decisions align with practice goals. By the end of this module, you will have the knowledge and confidence to manage budgets efficiently and support the long-term success of your practice.
What's included
9 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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9 videos•Total 64 minutes
Budgeting and Finance Basics for Healthcare Managers•10 minutes
Budget Planning: Using Past Performance to Set Goals•6 minutes
Building a Budget: Case Study•5 minutes
Budget Planning: Billing Basics•11 minutes
Budget Management Skills•8 minutes
Strategies for Working with Your Finance Team•6 minutes
Benefits of Sound Budget Practice•5 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Optional Reading on Budget Planning•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 60 minutes
Module 1 Assessment•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
Budget Planning: Case Study•10 minutes
Practice Management
Module 2•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module focuses on the critical aspect of practice management within ambulatory healthcare organizations. Learners will explore key components of practice management, including operations, financial management, staffing, and patient flow. We will delve into strategies for optimizing practice efficiency, enhancing patient experience, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
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7 videos•Total 80 minutes
Practice Management•7 minutes
Ambulatory Care Sites II: Primary Care Practice and Operations•27 minutes
Optimizing Practice Efficiency: Space Utilization•9 minutes
Optimize Practice Efficiency: Staffing•8 minutes
Optimizing Practice Efficiency: Calculating Staffing Needs•6 minutes
Optimizing Practice Efficiency: Patient Flow and Financial Management•7 minutes
Regulatory and Compliance Guidelines in Practice Management•15 minutes
1 assignment•Total 60 minutes
Module 2 Assessment•60 minutes
Population Health
Module 3•4 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, learners will examine the concept of population health and its significance in ambulatory healthcare management. We will explore methods for assessing population health needs, developing preventive care initiatives, and implementing interventions to improve health outcomes. You will also learn about collaborative approaches involving community partnerships to address population health challenges.
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5 videos4 readings5 assignments
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5 videos•Total 41 minutes
Introduction to Population Health and Population Management•10 minutes
What is Population Health?•8 minutes
Populations and How They Impact the Health Care Landscape•4 minutes
Population Health Management Strategies•13 minutes
Approaches to Improve Health Outcomes•7 minutes
4 readings•Total 40 minutes
Going Further: Social Determinants of Health•10 minutes
Going Further: Populations•10 minutes
Going Further: State Health Improvement Plans•10 minutes
Going Further: Community Needs Health Assessment•10 minutes
5 assignments•Total 180 minutes
Thinking About Behavioral Determinants of Health•30 minutes
Find Out Your Population•30 minutes
Matching Exercise•30 minutes
Designing a Program to Improve a Population's Health•30 minutes
Module 3 Assessment•60 minutes
Care Management vs. Case Management and Primary vs. Specialty Care
Module 4•2 hours to complete
Module details
The final module of the course focuses on care management, case management, and the distinction between primary and specialty care. Learners will gain insights into care coordination strategies, case management models, and the role of technology in facilitating effective care management. We will also explore the characteristics and responsibilities of primary care providers and specialists, understanding the importance of collaboration and referral systems.
What's included
5 videos1 peer review
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5 videos•Total 15 minutes
Care and Case Management•2 minutes
Care Coordination Strategies•2 minutes
Care Management Models•3 minutes
Enhancing Patient Experience and the Role of Providers•4 minutes
Challenges, Solutions, and Final Thoughts•4 minutes
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