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The quality information management program database in South Carolina

M K Suber1, M S Martin, F G Jones

  • 1Anderson Area Medical Center, SC 29621, USA.

The Joint Commission Journal on Quality Improvement
|September 1, 1996
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The Quality Information Management (QIM) program provides hospitals with comparative data for quality improvement. Participants learn to use databases, though public data release remains a challenge.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Quality Improvement
  • Health Informatics
  • Comparative Healthcare Analysis

Background:

  • Established in 1987 by the South Carolina Hospital Association.
  • Aims to provide member hospitals with comparative quality indicator data.
  • Includes 10 acute care and 7 psychiatry/substance abuse indicators.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish a statewide comparative quality indicator database.
  • To facilitate quality improvement activities in participating hospitals.
  • To provide quantitative statistical reports for variation identification.

Main Methods:

  • Hospitals submit summary-level and patient-level data quarterly.
  • Risk adjustment is performed using peer grouping.
  • Quarterly user group meetings facilitate data discussion.

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Main Results:

  • Participant hospitals receive detailed quantitative reports.
  • Comparative data aids in identifying areas for improvement.
  • Hospitals gain experience in using comparative databases.

Conclusions:

  • The QIM program educates participants in quality improvement through comparative databases.
  • Balancing public data dissemination with confidentiality is an ongoing challenge.
  • Increased comfort with data release is needed for providers and practitioners.