5112.0: Wednesday, October 24, 2001 - 12:50 PM

Abstract #32080

Purchasers Pilot Project: Influencing worksite diabetes health care quality, access and delivery systems

Andrew Lanza, MPH, MSW and Russell Sniegowski, MPH. Division of Diabetes Translation, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Hwy., N.E., Mail Stop K-10, Atlanta, GA 30341-3717, 770.488.5715, alanza@cdc.gov

Abstract to be developed by Andrew Lanza

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, the participant will be able to: 1. Recognize the importance and public health implications of establishing partnerships with businesses and health care plans in their community. 2. Learn a useful method of bringing value and evidence based information into this partnership. 3. Construct a consultative approach rather than one perceived as being based on mandates or regulations.

Keywords: Quality Improvement, Diabetes

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: CDC
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

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