Effects of proposed intervention on Quality of Care, Patient Safety, and Reducing Costs

The proposed intervention for John is designed to improve the quality of care, enhance patient safety, and reduce costs for both the healthcare system and the individual. By implementing evidence-based strategies, the intervention can potentially lead to better health outcomes, fewer complications, and decreased healthcare expenditures. The intervention’s focus on personalized patient education and self-care encourages John to actively participate in his diabetes management, leading to better adherence to treatment plans and improved health outcomes.

Additionally, the multidisciplinary approach ensures that John receives comprehensive care tailored to his needs, ultimately improving the overall quality of care (O’Hara et al., 2020). The American Diabetes Association (ADA) Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes support these conclusions, emphasizing the effectiveness of comprehensive diabetes management in enhancing patient outcomes and lowering healthcare costs (Doyle-Delgado et al., 2020). 

NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 4 Patient Family or Population Health Problem Solution

For John, the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, telehealth services, and digital apps enhances patient safety by providing real-time data and immediate access to healthcare professionals for timely interventions and adjustments to treatment plans. This proactive approach helps prevent complications, such as hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, and supports John in effectively managing his condition (Jothydev Kesavadev & Mohan, 2023).

Improved diabetes management for John through the proposed intervention can lead to decreased healthcare costs by reducing the number of hospitalizations, emergency room visits, and long-term complications associated with Type 2 diabetes. A study demonstrated that diabetes self-management education programs could save the healthcare system up to $4,274 per person over a lifetime (Sharma et al., 2022).

Application of Technology, Care Coordination, and Community Resources

In John’s case, the intervention employs technology to enhance his diabetes management. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems allow for real-time tracking of blood glucose levels, enabling healthcare providers to make timely adjustments to his treatment (Beck et al., 2017). Telehealth services facilitate remote consultations, reducing the need for in-person visits, while digital apps assist John in monitoring lifestyle changes, glucose readings, and medication adherence, empowering him to take control of his diabetes management. To ensure a patient-centered approach for John, the intervention fosters collaboration among healthcare professionals, such as primary care providers, endocrinologists, nutritionists, and mental health specialists. This coordination allows for the development of a tailored treatment plan, ongoing monitoring of John’s progress, and adjustments to his care as needed. By receiving comprehensive, well-coordinated care, John can expect improved health outcomes (Sharma et al., 2022).

Affordable Care Act (ACA) also provides care -cordination. ACA includes provisions for preventive care services, such as diabetes screening and education, without out-of-pocket costs, which can help John manage his condition before it becomes more severe. The ACA also supports the development of accountable care organizations (ACOs) and medical homes, which are models of care that focus on care coordination and patient-centered care (Millenson et al., 2019). These models involve healthcare providers working together to manage a patient’s care across different settings and can help ensure that John’s care is coordinated and comprehensive.