Reducing unnecessary cardiovascular care for patients with coronary artery disease
Measurement and Reduction of Low-Value Cardiovascular Care
This study is looking at ways to cut down on unnecessary treatments for people with coronary artery disease, so you can get better care without paying for things that don’t really help you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11063184 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying and reducing low-value care (LVC) in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD), where the risks or costs of care exceed the benefits. It aims to accurately measure LVC by comparing existing administrative claims-based measures with detailed chart reviews to ensure validity. The study will also explore the impact of bundled payment models on the frequency of unnecessary procedures, aiming to improve the quality of care and reduce unnecessary costs for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with coronary artery disease who may be at risk of receiving unnecessary tests or procedures.
Not a fit: Patients without coronary artery disease or those who are not receiving cardiovascular care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more cost-effective cardiovascular care for patients with coronary artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing low-value care in other medical fields has led to improved patient outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach in cardiovascular care.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kini, Vinay — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Kini, Vinay
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.