Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Series: Why We Ask - Collecting Race, Ethnicity, and Primary Language

Course overview

Data collection has long been central to the quality assurance process. Disparities in health care can be addressed through a quality-of-care framework if data on race, ethnicity, and primary language are available. The data may also help evaluate population trends and help ensure nondiscrimination based on race and national origin, such as providing meaningful access for persons with limited English proficiency. In this course we will explore the current research that describes the importance of accurate data collection which organizations can use to ensure they have sufficient language assistance services, develop appropriate patient education materials, and track quality indicators and health outcomes for specific groups to inform improvements in quality of care. Suggested Audience: Healthcare quality leaders, quality & compliance staff, front line registration and other support staff. ADA Special Needs Statement: Participants requiring special accommodations should contact hthtech@hometownhealthonline.com at least two weeks prior to the intended start date of activity. Upon completion of this session, you should be able to: Define health equity. Recall the implications of health disparity. Identify demographic data important to addressing health disparity. Learning Outcomes Standard: This course is based on federal agency and nationally recognized organization research and guidance in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion best practices. Learning Outcome Conditions: As an IACET Authorized Provider, HomeTown Health, LLC offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard. HomeTown Health, LLC is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEU for this program. A full list of approved IACET organizations can be found on www.iacet.org. In order to receive 0.1 CEU credit / 1 credit hour for this course, you must: Complete course in its entirety. Complete course within 30 days. Pass all assessments with an 80% or better. Complete Online Course Evaluation. Joint Accreditation: ANCC In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Home Town Health, LLC and USA's College of Medicine Office of CME and is jointly accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Provider Number: 4008198 ANCC - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 1.0 nursing contact hours. You will receive an email from the USA Office of CME within 14 days of completing this course. You must complete the evaluation within the email to be directed to the site to print your CME certificate. If you have any questions regarding this course or CEU information, please contact hthtech@hometownhealthonline.com. Handouts provided in the Digital Library. Definitions for course terms are included in the HTHU GLOSSARY.