Evaluating consumer feedback to improve healthcare choices and quality.
Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) VI
This study is all about listening to patients like you to make healthcare better by collecting your feedback through surveys and discussions, so we can improve the quality of services you receive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928107 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on gathering and analyzing consumer assessments of healthcare to enhance decision-making and quality improvement in health services. It involves developing and revising surveys, ensuring equitable representation of patient experiences, and conducting studies to improve healthcare quality based on feedback. The methodology includes focus groups, expert interviews, and statistical analysis of survey data to understand patient perspectives better. By engaging with various stakeholders, the research aims to communicate findings effectively and implement improvements in healthcare delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients who have recently received healthcare services and can provide feedback on their experiences.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving healthcare services or those who are unable to provide feedback on their experiences may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more informed healthcare choices and improved quality of care for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that consumer feedback can significantly enhance healthcare quality and patient satisfaction, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cleary, Paul D — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Cleary, Paul D
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.