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“Competing on results requires that results be measured and made widely available. Only by measuring and holding every system participant accountable for results will the performance of the health care system ever be significantly improved.” quote by Michael E. Porter
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““Competing on results requires that results be measured and made widely available. Only by measuring and holding every system participant accountable for results will the performance of the health care system ever be significantly improved.””

Michael E. Porter

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Source Speech: Health Care Performance Forum, 2010

Improving health care requires transparent measurement and accountability for all participants.

In simple terms: Measure and hold everyone accountable.

Key Takeaway

Implement transparent metrics.

Themes

accountability measurement health care improvement

Mood

analytical strategic

Type

policy leadership

When to use this quote

  • hospital administration
  • policy making
  • clinical practice
  • insurance regulation

Key Concepts

performance management systems thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure data is used constructively?
  • What incentives encourage accountability?
A Different Perspective

Data collection can be costly and may face resistance.

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