Table 1 Use of RE-AIM to develop Connection to Health PCMH tool
From: Use of RE-AIM to develop a multi-media facilitation tool for the patient-centered medical home
RE-AIM dimension | Ways dimension was used to enhance impact |
|---|---|
Reach | Multiple input modalities; patient choice, panel report so can target those not participating |
Effectiveness | Practical, validated, actionable measures, evidence-based action suggestions. Patient choice to enhance autonomy. Expert system tailoring algorithms. Use of 5 A's, goal setting, and action planning problem solving. |
Adoption | Specifically designed to the support PCMH. Multiple options for customization of input, output, content, and recommended options. Panel reports for population management. Addresses HEDIS-related issues often missed. |
Implementation | Focus on efficiency, prompts to patient and healthcare team, done prior to visit, self-monitoring elements, engaging interface. Options for high and low eHealth literacy. |
Maintenance | Setting Level: Feedback on HEDIS and PCMH criteria. Should enhance satisfaction and make visits more efficient and productive. Patient Level: Should enhance continuity, patient-provider communication and satisfaction. |