Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005 is a law that created - ANSWER a
framework for patient safety organizations that identified and reduced risks to patient
safety; reporting and analysis of data related to near miss and patient safety events; main-
taining a culture of safety and anonymous reporting.
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) - ANSWER Created new programs
and payment models with goals of rewarding value and quality.
Administration for Children and Families (ACF) - ANSWER promotes the economic and so-
cial well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities through a range of educa-
tional and supportive programs in partnership with states, tribes, and community organiza-
tions.
Administration for Community Living (ACL) - ANSWER Increase access to community sup-
port and resources for the unique needs of older Americans and people with disabilities
across the lifespan.
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) - ANSWER The lead federal agency
responsible for tracking and improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of
health care for Americans.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - ANSWER a federal agency within the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that is responsible for Medicare and Medi-
caid, among many other responsibilities.
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) - ANSWER provides equitable
healthcare to people whoa re geographically isolated or medically vulnerable.
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framework for patient safety organizations that identified and reduced risks to patient
safety; reporting and analysis of data related to near miss and patient safety events; main-
taining a culture of safety and anonymous reporting.
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) - ANSWER Created new programs
and payment models with goals of rewarding value and quality.
Administration for Children and Families (ACF) - ANSWER promotes the economic and so-
cial well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities through a range of educa-
tional and supportive programs in partnership with states, tribes, and community organiza-
tions.
Administration for Community Living (ACL) - ANSWER Increase access to community sup-
port and resources for the unique needs of older Americans and people with disabilities
across the lifespan.
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) - ANSWER The lead federal agency
responsible for tracking and improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of
health care for Americans.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - ANSWER a federal agency within the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that is responsible for Medicare and Medi-
caid, among many other responsibilities.
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) - ANSWER provides equitable
healthcare to people whoa re geographically isolated or medically vulnerable.
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