HSD56 Assessing Effects of the IEHTC Program on Clinical Outcomes and Cost of Care in a Healthcare Provider Shortage Area in USA

Abstract

Located in a healthcare provider shortage area, the Nevada Interprofessional Healthy Aging Network, supported by the federal Health Resources and Services Administration, developed an Interprofessional Education and telehealth training curriculum (IEHTC) for geriatrics healthcare providers, especially primary care, to improve age friendly healthcare. This project evaluates effects of IEHTC on five Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) outcome measures, and the hospitalization rate and inpatient care cost.