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AHRQ: Supplemental Evidence and Data Request on Mental Health and Occupational Stress in the Emergency Medical Service and 911 Workforce
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking published and unpublished scientific information submissions to inform their review on "Mental Health and Occupational Stress in the Emergency Medical Service and 911 Workforce." Includes key questions that AHRQ is seeking to answer with evidence from submissions. Deadline for submissions is November 3, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - October 4, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Patient Safety Organizations: Voluntary Relinquishment for The Envision Healthcare Center for Quality and Patient Safety PSO
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has accepted a voluntary relinquishment of status as a patient safety organization (PSO) from The Envision Healthcare Center for Quality and Patient Safety. This delisting of the PSO is effective on October 1, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - October 4, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) seeking comments on proposed updates to the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) – Household and Medical Provider Components. Proposed changes include the addition of seven economic burden questions to the Core interview that will inform the context families face in paying for healthcare, modifications to questions related to food security, and the incorporation of questions o n sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI). (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - September 29, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

HHS Awards $45 Million in Grants to Expand Access to Care for People with Long COVID
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $45 million, through the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), to support existing multidisciplinary Long COVID clinics in the U.S. Seeks to expand access to care for populations disproportionally impacted by Long COVID, including underserved, rural, vulnerable, and minority populations. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - September 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Meeting of the National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality
The National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) will hold a virtual public meeting on November 16, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda items include updates on the Subcommittee of the National Advisory Council (SNAC) for AHRQ's Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund (PCORTF) Investments and the SNAC for the National Action Alliance to Advance Patient Safety, as well as a discussion about the Con sumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and System (CAHPS). The agenda and information on how to join the meeting will be posted on theNational Advisory Council website before the me...
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - September 15, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Patient Safety Organizations: Voluntary Relinquishment for the Women's Health USA Patient Safety Organization PSO
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing that Women's Health USA Patient Safety Organization (PSO) listing was voluntarily relinquished and has been delisted. The delisting was effective July 21, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - August 9, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Patient Safety Organizations: Voluntary Relinquishment for the American Physician Partners, LLC PSO
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing that the American Physician Partners, LLC Patient Safety Organization (PSO) listing was voluntarily relinquished and has been delisted. The delisting was effective July 31, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - August 8, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Supplemental Evidence and Data Request on Nonpharmacologic Treatment for Maternal Mental Health Conditions
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking scientific information submissions to inform its review onNonpharmacologic Treatment for Maternal Mental Health Conditions. Includes background information and key questions related to the review. Thefull research protocol is available for review on the AHRQ website. Submissions are due by July 27, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - June 27, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Challenge Competition: Announcement of AHRQ Challenge on the Impact of AHRQ's Patient Safety Tools
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing a challenge competition to better understand how using an AHRQ patient safety tool has resulted in safer care, as evidenced by associated process and/or outcome measures. The purpose of this challenge goal is to elicit new narratives and measures (process and outcome) that AHRQ is not already aware of regarding the use of specific AHRQ Patient Safety tools. This challenge competition will be completed in one phase, with a cash prize awarded to up to 10 winners. Submissions are due by October 5, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - June 5, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Supplemental Evidence and Data Request on Measures for Primary Healthcare Spending
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking scientific information submissions to inform its review onMeasures for Primary Healthcare Spending. Includes background information and key questions related to the review. Thefull research protocol is available for review on the AHRQ website. Submissions are due by June 26, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - May 26, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Patient Safety Organizations: Voluntary Relinquishment for the NCHA PSO
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing that the Emergency NCHA Patient Safety Organization (PSO) listing was voluntarily relinquished and has been delisted. The delisting was effective April 30, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - May 9, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Patient Safety Organizations: Voluntary Relinquishment for the Emergency Medical Error Reduction Group PSO
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing that the Emergency Medical Error Reduction Group Patient Safety Organization (PSO) listing was voluntarily relinquished and has been delisted. The delisting was effective March 29, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - April 19, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality: Request for Nominations for Members
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is requesting nominations for the National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality to serve 3-year terms beginning in the spring of 2024. The committee advises the AHRQ director and the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding AHRQ's mission. At least one member of the committee must be familiar with rural health issues. Nominations are due within 60 days of this notice. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 28, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news