Corewell Health Earns HIMSS Davies Award for Focus on Underserved Patients
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Corewell Health has received the 2024 HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence, becoming the first health system in Michigan to earn this distinction since 2018. The award acknowledges the organization's dedication to enhancing patient care, particularly among underserved and chronically ill populations, through the innovative use of clinical informatics. Key initiatives include a high-risk underserved clinic that utilizes electronic health records to manage at-risk patients, resulting in fewer emergency visits and improved chronic disease management. Additionally, a longitudinal care management model addressing clinical and social determinants of health has demonstrated effective outcomes, including reduced A1c levels in diabetic patients and better blood pressure control in those with hypertension.
