The Four Elements of the Quadruple Aim
Summary
The importance of the healthcare team was later added as an additional critical element to delivering exceptional patient care; hence, the Quadruple Aim was created. By focusing on patient-specific needs, including connecting them to resources in the community to help with social determinants of health, an organization can ensure quality patient outcomes. The focus of delivering cost-effective care ensures an organization optimizes their workflow and processes to maximize their resources and meet patient needs. Empower staff, especially clinicians, to practice to the full extent of their license and training, and eliminate any technology barriers hindering their ability to deliver care. The CMS focus on delivering quality care, especially as outlined by the Quadruple Aim, will help organizations remain successful in the long term.