To Reduce the Time and Cost of Dietetics Services to Nursing Homes
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2021
Reduce time spent travelling to nursing homes (16 hours/month) and reduce costs ($160/month) by at least 50%. Telehealth reduced travel time, saved costs, and ensured high-quality care for residents.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Technology, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Care Continuum, Digital Health, Telehealth, Productivity, Time Saving, Cost Saving, Access To Care, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Nursing Home Care
About this Content
Aims
Reduce time spent travelling to nursing homes (16 hours/month) and reduce costs ($160/month) by at least 50%.
Background
Dietitians (DTs) traveled monthly to nursing homes, incurring time and transport costs.
Methods
Provided telehealth services for clinical visits and enhanced referral templates for NHs.
Results
Successfully eliminated travel time and costs; expanded telehealth for consultations and clinical teaching.
Conclusion
Telehealth reduced travel time, saved costs, and ensured high-quality care for residents.
Lessons Learnt
New care models like telehealth improve service accessibility and continuity during crises.
Keywords
Telehealth, Dietetics Services, Travel Costs, Nursing Home Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Nutrition ＆ Dietetics |
Project Lead(s) | Melody Foo |
Project Member(s) | Hoong Jian Ming |
Connect with this contributor!
Melody Foo - melody_foo@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C_167_NTFGH_QM_2021_To_Reduce_The_Time_N_Cost_Of_Dietetics_Services_To_Nursing_Homes.pdf