In 2013, ESRD Networks began an exciting new statement of work. The focus of our work is now much more patient-centered and aligns with the Triple Aim, a model for improving health care. The Triple AIM was developed by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI). The following are the three aims of this framework.
- Improving the patient experience of care (including quality and satisfaction)
- Improving the health of populations
- Reducing the per capita cost of health care
Specifically, ESRD Networks work to make improvement the following areas:
AIM 1: Better Care for the Individual through Beneficiary and Family-Centered Care
- Patient and family engagement
- Patient experience of care
- Appropriate access to in-center dialysis care
- Vascular access management
- Reducing healthcare-acquired infections
AIM 2: Population Health Innovation Project
- Increase vaccination rates
- Improve care coordination
- Improve transplant coordination
- Promote home dialysis (when appropriate)
- Improve quality of life
AIM 3: Reduce Costs of ESRD Care by Improving Care
- Support for the ESRD Quality Incentive Program
- Support for Facility Data Submission into CROWNWeb