Category Archives: Healthcare

Welcome to the Research Bunker, a blog authored and managed by the staff at RMS. Subscribe today to stay up to date on the latest trends in the market research industry.

  1. PCMH™ Requirement Changes Coming in 2022

    If you haven’t heard already, NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance) has issued some substantial changes to the PCMH™ reporting measures for the coming year. If you’re a practice pursuing or sustaining PCMH Recognition, here’s what you and your team need to know about the NYS PCMH™ Recognition changes, effective January 1, 2022. Notable Changes Read more

  2. That’s a Wrap for 2020 PCMH Recognition

    The following blog post was written by Shannon Beebe, Manager of Healthcare Operations. It is hard to believe that we are approaching the end of 2020. What a year it has been! COVID-19 has impacted our entire nation, including how and where we receive primary care. Telemedicine, and video conferencing, as a means of receiving Read more

  3. RMS Recognized Nationally as Leader in Healthcare—Named the 7th Largest Patient-Satisfaction Measurement Firm

    We are happy to announce that Modern Healthcare has ranked Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. the 7th largest patient-satisfaction measurement firm in the United States, according to its recent survey. For fourteen years, RMS has been a national leader in patient satisfaction surveying, growing its market research business within the healthcare industry and assisting numerous Read more

  4. Keep Your Healthcare Practice on the PCMH Recognition Path to Success & Overcome the COVID-19 Hurdle

    In the mirage of COVID-19 uncertainty, you’ve been tasked to begin work to achieve your next PCMH Recognition…now what? With reduced staffing, regulatory changes, and the never-ending flow of “what-ifs,” you may find yourself wondering how you are going to manage preparing your organization for your 2020 PCMH Annual Report. Well, you can be assured Read more

  5. World Kidney Day 2020: Recognizing the Importance of Dialysis Patient Experiences

    As we take a moment to recognize World Kidney Day—March 12, 2020—we are also vastly approaching the Spring 2020 cycle for ICH CAHPS® dialysis facilities. The ICH CAHPS Survey is a means to engage patients in sharing their experience with the facility and provider. As part of the national move to a value-based, outcomes-driven healthcare Read more

  6. The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Patient Outcomes (Updated)

    The following is an update to a blog post written by Shannon Beebe, Manager of Healthcare Operations. Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) play a very important role in health outcomes of patients of all ages. The ability to influence social determinants largely falls outside of the healthcare system’s reach. Therefore, a key to address opportunities Read more

  7. So Your Practice Has Officially Earned their PCMH Recognition. Hurray! Now What?

    First of all, congratulations for your continued commitment to PCMH (Patient-Centered Medical Home) Recognition through your practice’s recent recognition. No doubt this was a journey, and your accomplishments are well-deserving of celebration (happy dance and party hats encouraged). Once the confetti has settled, it’s time for your practice to think “next steps” to keep the Read more

  8. The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Patient Outcomes

    The following blog post was written by Shannon Beebe, Manager of Healthcare Operations. RMS Healthcare is pleased to provide ongoing relevant information on healthcare trends and specific transformation activities. We understand the importance of identifying and assessing Social Determinants of Health and the impact on care delivery and management. Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) play Read more

  9. NCQA Updates for 2020 You Should Know

    We would like to take this opportunity to share recent updates with you pertinent to PCMH™ Recognition. National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) continues in their commitment to New York State Patient-Centered Medical Home (NYS PCMH) Recognition. They recently announced that effective January 1, 2020 that attestations for specific NYS PCMH criteria would not be Read more

  10. What are CAHPS® Surveys?

    The following blog post was written by Sara Cruz, Research Associate at RMS. Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) standardized surveys are designed to help health care organizations use data collected from patients to identify strengths and areas of improvement, as well as track the improvement of quality care over time. CAHPS surveys Read more

Get A QuoteCall UsEmail Us