PCSM: Novas mudanças-Patient Cycle Management

Example

Previously, patient records primarily relied on a single admission date to denote the beginning of care. With the new changes, care is now organized into cycles, each representing a distinct period of treatment or service engagement. This method offers a nuanced view of patient care progression.

Scenario

For example, a patient undergoing treatment at a psychiatric outpatient clinic can have multiple cycles, such as initial assessment, intensive therapy sessions, and follow-up care, each documented as a separate cycle within their electronic health record.

Example

The system now allows for more dynamic tracking of patient statuses, including active, inactive, deceased, and under active search. This functionality ensures that patients who require more immediate attention or those who have fallen out of regular care can be easily identified and prioritized.

Scenario

Consider a scenario where a patient has not attended their scheduled appointments for a significant period. The system automatically flags this patient for active search, enabling healthcare workers to initiate outreach efforts to re-engage the patient in care.

Example

With the introduction of cycle-based documentation, healthcare providers can now generate more accurate and detailed reports on patient care activities, outcomes, and service utilization. This feature supports better decision-making and healthcare planning.

Scenario

A healthcare administrator uses the system to generate a report on the number of completed treatment cycles, identifying trends in patient outcomes and resource allocation needs across different departments.