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Yolima Cossio-Gil1,2,3, Francisco Javier Pérez-Sádaba4, Jaume Ribera5
1Department of Evaluation and Information Systems, Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain.
The International Journal of Health Planning and Management
|November 1, 2023
Summary
Hospitals are shifting from key performance indicators (KPIs) to Key Decision Indicators (KDIs) for proactive management. KDIs focused on care processes and patient flow are most promising for improving hospital resource planning and quality.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Hospital Operations
- Predictive Analytics
Background:
- The European University Hospitals Alliance (EUHA) seeks to transition from traditional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to a more anticipative decision-making model using Key Decision Indicators (KDIs).
- This shift aims to enable hospital managers to foresee and address potential negative outcomes proactively, thereby improving early intervention and management strategies.
Conclusions:
- Key Decision Indicators (KDIs) related to care processes and patient flow are the most prioritized for testing as predictive tools.
- The adoption of KDIs offers a novel approach to hospital decision-making, with the potential to significantly enhance the planning and management of resources, ultimately improving healthcare quality.
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