Midwest Qin-Qio

03/12/2026

Patient safety is strengthened when care teams work together across settings.
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, it is a reminder that preventing harm requires coordination between hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics. Clear communication, safe care transitions, and strong quality improvement practices all play a role in protecting patients.
The Midwest QIN-QIO works alongside health care providers to support safer systems of care and better outcomes for the patients they serve.
Interested in strengthening patient safety in your organization?
Explore tools, resources, and support opportunities available through the Midwest QIN-QIO.
🔗 https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

03/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, and in healthcare, nutrition is more than a conversation. It’s a quality indicator.

In hospitals and nursing homes, strong nutrition quality measures, like malnutrition screening, timely care planning, and safe transitions of care, directly impact healing, recovery, and overall outcomes.

When nutrition risks are identified early and addressed consistently, patients experience fewer complications and stronger recoveries.

Midwest QIN-QIO works with care teams to align nutrition screening, care planning, and transitions into a coordinated approach.

Looking to improve nutrition-related quality measures in your organization?

Connect with Mdiwest QIN-QIO to learn how we can support your team. https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

03/02/2026

We’re headed to Baltimore!

The Midwest QIN-QIO team is excited to attend the CMS Quality Conference, March 16–18. We’re looking forward to connecting with fellow attendees, sharing ideas, and engaging in conversations that support innovative approaches and strong partnerships in healthcare quality improvement.

If you’ll be there too, let’s connect!

02/27/2026

Cancer prevention starts long before diagnosis.

From screenings and early detection to lifestyle and care coordination, prevention plays a critical role in reducing risk and improving outcomes across care settings. The Midwest QIN-QIO is working with providers to strengthen prevention strategies and support healthier communities.

Learn how these efforts are making an impact and what it means for the patients and populations you serve.

🔗 https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/midwest-qin-qios-focus-on-cancer-prevention/

Across various focus areas and sub-aims, the Midwest Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization (Midwest QIN-QIO), works in cancer prevention as part of our quality improvement work in our foundational priorities of Prevention and […]

02/25/2026

Heart health is a critical part of prevention and chronic disease management. ❤️
Conditions like high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes all play a major role in heart disease, and many of these risks can be reduced with the right care strategies and support.
At the Midwest QIN-QIO, we work alongside hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics to strengthen heart health efforts and improve outcomes for the patients they serve.
Our newest blog post shares how we support providers in:
✔ Preventing and managing chronic conditions
✔ Improving blood pressure control and cardiovascular health
✔ Supporting patients with education and long-term care strategies
👉 Read more and explore how we are working to improve heart health across the Midwest:
https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/midwest-qin-qio-works-to-improve-heart-health-as-part-of-prevention-and-chronic-disease-management-sub-aim/

In the 13th scope of work, the Midwest Quality Innovation Organization-Quality Improvement Network (Midwest QIN-QIO) focuses on quality improvement across many healthcare areas in hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics. […]

02/24/2026

Looking for support to strengthen care and improve outcomes in your organization?
When you partner with Midwest QIN-QIO, you get:
• Hands-on quality improvement support
• Practical, data-driven insights
• Opportunities to learn alongside peers
• No-cost resources to help turn your goals into real, lasting improvements
We’re here to support your team every step of the way.
👉 Learn more and connect with us: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/51e566fb/dcHjAX9Mr0OwJxlhMxt0yQ?u=https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

02/20/2026

Quality improvement doesn’t have to be done alone ❤️
Through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Midwest QIN-QIO, healthcare providers have access to practical tools, expert guidance, and hands-on support to strengthen cardiac care, improve outcomes, and reduce preventable harm, especially in rural and critical access settings.
From improving care transitions to supporting patients with heart conditions, these resources are designed to help care teams make meaningful, sustainable improvements.
Explore available tools and connect with our team to support better heart care in your organization.
🔗 https://link.edgepilot.com/s/0f3c7baa/hDiM-AOXxUSX4FPwwM0w6A?u=https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

02/17/2026

American Heart Month is a time to take action for heart health ❤️
Cardiac care doesn’t stop at diagnosis, it includes prevention, recovery, and ongoing support. Hospitals, nursing homes, and care teams play an essential role in helping patients manage heart conditions, prevent complications, and safely transition between care settings.
Midwest QIN-QIO is committed to supporting providers with tools, resources, and strategies that strengthen cardiac care and improve outcomes for the patients they serve.
Looking for ways to strengthen heart care in your setting? Explore available resources, tools, and support opportunities on our website.
🔗https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5726b64c/QBghhZU9xEih8OiHgPOQ7w?u=https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing the love for those who care for others every day. ❤️
From hospitals to nursing homes, healthcare teams work tirelessly to keep patients safe, support recovery, and improve quality of care. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to doing what’s best for patients truly makes a difference.
Today, we recognize the heart behind healthcare, the professionals who bring skill and kindness to every interaction.
Join us in thanking the care teams who help our communities stay healthy.

02/10/2026

February is American Heart Month!❤️
Heart health is shaped by more than doctor visits, it is influenced by the quality of care people receive in hospitals and nursing homes every day. Health quality measures help care teams track what’s working, improve patient safety, and deliver the right care at the right time.
From managing blood pressure to preventing complications during recovery, these efforts make a real difference for patients and families in our communities.
This month, take a moment to learn your numbers, talk with your care team about heart health, and support the healthcare professionals working to improve care quality every day.
Better care quality supports better heart health for everyone.

01/27/2026

Hospitals across the Midwest are facing growing challenges, especially in rural and medically underserved communities.
Midwest QIN-QIO is here to help with no-cost, hands-on quality improvement support for hospitals and healthcare providers across the region.
From patient safety and care coordination to emergency preparedness and workforce challenges, our team partners with hospitals to turn proven strategies into real results.
▶️ Watch the video to learn how we can support your hospital.
https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/provider-networks/hospitals/
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Hospitals The Midwest QIN-QIO supports rural hospitals, critical access hospitals and hospitals in medically underserved areas. We offer direct, one-on-one, quality improvement assistance and spread evidence-based practice through peer connections that demonstrate real-world application. We partner....

01/22/2026

January is National Blood Donor Month.
Blood donations help save lives every day, supporting emergency care, surgeries, and ongoing treatments for patients in our communities. A reliable blood supply plays an important role in making sure patients receive timely, safe, and high-quality care.
At Midwest QIN-QIO, we recognize how essential blood availability is across hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics. That is why we are highlighting this important observation and what it means for healthcare providers and the people they serve.
📖 Want to learn more about why blood donation matters and how healthcare organizations can support this life-saving resource?
Read the blog post: https://midwestcmsqinqio.com/blood-donations-take-center-stage-in-national-blood-donor-month/