Improving health information sharing for older patients
Health Information Exchange to Improve Outcomes in Complex Older Patients
This study looks at how well healthcare providers share important health information about older adults with complicated health issues, aiming to find ways to improve their care and avoid unnecessary hospital visits or tests.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10565929 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how effectively healthcare organizations share patient health information, particularly for older adults with complex health needs. It aims to identify gaps in health information exchange (HIE) that can lead to poor patient outcomes, such as unnecessary hospitalizations and repeated tests. By analyzing the current state of HIE among providers treating the same older patients, the project seeks to enhance continuity of care and improve clinical outcomes. The approach includes assessing the adoption of electronic health records and their impact on patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who frequently visit multiple healthcare providers and have complex health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger or have straightforward health conditions that do not require multiple providers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better coordinated care for older patients, reducing unnecessary medical procedures and improving overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving health information exchange can lead to better patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adler-Milstein, Julia Rose — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Adler-Milstein, Julia Rose
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.