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Health Transformation
We are dedicated to transforming the oral health system of the future into one that is accessible, equitable, and integrated.
To achieve that vision, we collaborate with public and private stakeholders and support individuals, communities, and health systems to create person-centered, integrated systems of care that lead to better health outcomes.
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What Do We Mean by Health Transformation?
Our system of care is fragmented — medical, dental, and other areas of health are siloed — and when the system is fragmented, so is the quality and continuity of care that a patient receives. Oftentimes, patients slip through the gaps of the system and are burdened with the responsibility of seeking, managing, and integrating their care.
Instead, equipped with the right tools and incentives, providers and other health care professionals can be stewards for patients by coordinating and providing comprehensive, holistic care. As part of our collaboration with public and private stakeholders, we provide tools and resources — such as patient care frameworks, finances, and data & analytics — to support integrated, person-centered, and equitable care.
Meaningful Change is Possible . . . and It's Happening Now
With our partners, we are designing and creating the health system of the future. Our goal is to elevate the lessons, stories, and data gathered from our ongoing efforts to fuel the health transformation movement in oral health and demonstrate how meaningful change is possible.
A Successful Path to Value-Based Dental Care
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How Medical-Dental Integration Expands Access to Care
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Teledentistry and Community Learning Help More Kids Get Care
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Health Transformation Resources
Value-Based Care Readiness Assessment
The Value-Based Care (VBC) Readiness Assessment is designed to help dental and health care leadership teams evaluate organizational readiness to transition to a value-based care and payment model in dentistry. Is your organization ready for value-based care?
Medical and Dental Integration: A Need for Improved Electronic Health Records
The benefits of integrating oral and overall health care are well-known, but the inability for medical and dental providers to access shared patient records continues to be a barrier.
Dental Data Exchange: HL7® Implementation Guides
These guides are designed to facilitate care coordination and create best practices for electronic exchange of patient data between dental and medical professionals.
Are You Interested in Transforming the Oral Health System? Partner With Us!
CareQuest Institute offers services and solutions to support individuals and organizations on their journey to transform the oral health system. Please complete this form and a member of our team will reach out to learn how we can help you transform health in your community.