Members of the Stockdale Medical Offices nephrology department always met or exceeded regional goals in their discipline. So it was a rude awakening when patient care data showed they were merely average—and that wasn’t good enough. By analyzing the metrics and scouring patient records, the team was able to come up with a plan to provide kidney transplant patients with the right care at the right time. Services include flu shots, renal ultrasounds and lab work.
UBT dramatically improves the percentage of kidney transplant patients getting follow-up screenings and services.
Why This Matters
Regular follow-up care is crucial for kidney transplant patients, who are at risk for a host of complications, including cancer and pneumonia.
Test of Change
Team hosted a special clinic for post-transplant patients, enabling them to get all their follow-up care in one visit
Short Teaser
Strategies for keeping members in tip-top shape.
Medium Teaser
A mediocre track record on managing kidney transplant patients spurs a Bakersfield nephrology team to take action to ensure members get necessary follow-up screenings and services.
Long Teaser
A mediocre track record on managing kidney transplant patients spurs a Bakersfield nephrology team to take action to ensure members get necessary follow-up screenings and services.
Welcome to Bakersfield, where the nephrology UBT uses performance improvement tools and the Proactive Office Encounter to keep kidney transplant patients healthy.