Healthmap Blog

Reducing Hospitalizations: A Key Goal for ACOs

Reducing hospitalizations is a critical component of delivering value-based healthcare and a key performance metric for Accountable Care Organizations.

Patient Resource: Choosing the Right Dialysis Type

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) can lead to kidney failure. Healthmap offers a patient guide on “Choosing the Right Dialysis Type.”

Coping with Kidney Disease

Being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be stressful. The news often comes as an unpleasant surprise, and many newly diagnosed patients have limited knowledge about their condition.

Heathmap Solutions’ Guide to NSAIDs

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be found in many common, over-the-counter cold, flu, and pain medications. Usually “safe when used as directed,” NSAIDs actually pose a risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients.

Financial Incentives and Performance Measures for ACOs: The Impact On Kidney Disease Management

Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) offer a transformative approach to healthcare. Developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the shared savings ACO model offers incentives for achieving quality outcomes while containing costs in order to encourage innovation in patient care. 

Patient Resource: What is Chronic Kidney Disease?

At Healthmap Solutions, we believe patient education is essential. The more patients know about CKD, the better they can understand and follow their provider’s recommended treatment plan.

Healthmap’s Success in Implementing Kidney Population Health Management Program in Puerto Rico

When implementing a healthcare program in a new geographical region, it is crucial to tailor solutions to meet the population’s needs, establish a local presence, and build relationships through consistent communication.

Improving Kidney Health Management: A Conversation with Healthmap Solutions

In a new episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, Healthmap Solutions CEO Eric Reimer discusses the importance of health plan investment in kidney health management and the elements of a successful program.

Healthmap Solutions Celebrates Puerto Rico Office Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Tuesday, March 26th, marked a milestone for Healthmap Solutions with the official Grand Opening of our office in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. The local team of more than 70 employees gathered with Healthmap Executive Leadership and guests for the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at City View Plaza.

Proactive Discharge Planning: Tips for Kidney Patients to Ensure a Smooth, Effective Recovery

How can kidney patients and their care partners play their part in avoiding unnecessary readmissions? In the following guide, we offer helpful tips for patients after discharge to help ensure a smooth, successful recovery and avoid a hospital readmission in the near future.