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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 5 of 5 Research Studies DisplayedCalo WA, Cubillos L, Breen J
Experiences of Latinos with limited English proficiency with patient registration systems and their interactions with clinic front office staff: an exploratory study to inform community-based translational research in North Carolina.
This study explored Latino patients with limited English proficiency (LEP) experiences with, and expectations for, interactions with patient registration systems and front office staff. It found that Latino patients in North Carolina experienced health services barriers unique to their LEP background. Participants identified ways in which the lack of cultural and linguistic competence of front office staff negatively affect their experiences seeking health services.
AHRQ-funded; HS000032.
Citation: Calo WA, Cubillos L, Breen J .
Experiences of Latinos with limited English proficiency with patient registration systems and their interactions with clinic front office staff: an exploratory study to inform community-based translational research in North Carolina.
BMC Health Serv Res 2015 Dec 23;15:570. doi: 10.1186/s12913-015-1235-z.
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Keywords: Access to Care, Communication, Health Services Research (HSR), Clinician-Patient Communication, Racial and Ethnic Minorities
Ross RE, Garfield LD, Brown DS
The Affordable Care Act and implications for health care services for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals.
This paper summarizes the Affordable Care Act provisions that directly and/or indirectly affect the service delivery of health care provided by tribes and the Indian Health Service.
AHRQ-funded; HS020269.
Citation: Ross RE, Garfield LD, Brown DS .
The Affordable Care Act and implications for health care services for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals.
J Health Care Poor Underserved 2015 Nov;26(4):1081-8. doi: 10.1353/hpu.2015.0129.
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Keywords: Disparities, Policy, Health Status, Health Services Research (HSR), Racial and Ethnic Minorities
Blendon RJ, Benson JM, Gorski MT
The perspectives of six Latino heritage groups about their health care.
The authors examined the perspectives of six Latino heritage groups on the health care issues they face. They found that all six heritage groups agree that diabetes is the biggest health problem facing their families.
AHRQ-funded; HS000055.
Citation: Blendon RJ, Benson JM, Gorski MT .
The perspectives of six Latino heritage groups about their health care.
J Immigr Minor Health 2015 Oct;17(5):1347-54. doi: 10.1007/s10903-014-0078-8.
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Keywords: Quality of Care, Health Services Research (HSR), Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Patient Experience, Patient Experience
Zingmond DS, Parikh P, Louie R
Improving hospital reporting of patient race and ethnicity--approaches to data auditing.
This study investigated new metrics to improve the reporting of patient race and ethnicity (R/E) by hospitals. It examined agreement between hospital reported R/E versus self-report among mothers delivering babies and a cancer cohort in California. It concluded that comparison between reported R/E and R/E estimates using zip code level data may be a reasonable first approach to evaluate and track hospital R/E reporting.
AHRQ-funded; HS019963.
Citation: Zingmond DS, Parikh P, Louie R .
Improving hospital reporting of patient race and ethnicity--approaches to data auditing.
Health Serv Res 2015 Aug;50 Suppl 1:1372-89. doi: 10.1111/1475-6773.12324..
Keywords: Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Hospitals, Hospital Discharge, Health Services Research (HSR), Registries, Quality Improvement, Quality of Care, Data
Rivera-Hernandez M
The role of religious leaders in health promotion for older Mexicans with diabetes.
This study explored the views of ten male Mexican religious leaders about their understanding of their role in diabetes health promotion. The author found that the major themes from the qualitative interviews emphasized the importance of open communication between church leaders and their parishioners, the role of the church in diabetes programs, and the unique position of religious institutions as a link between physical and spiritual aspects of health.
AHRQ-funded; HS000011.
Citation: Rivera-Hernandez M .
The role of religious leaders in health promotion for older Mexicans with diabetes.
J Relig Health 2015 Feb;54(1):303-15. doi: 10.1007/s10943-014-9829-z.
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Keywords: Education: Patient and Caregiver, Diabetes, Health Promotion, Health Services Research (HSR), Racial and Ethnic Minorities