A Three-Year Journey Toward Better Health
At Bay Area Community Health, improving quality of care is an ongoing journey. From 2022 to 2024, we have focused on tracking key measures, implementing targeted initiatives, and engaging both patients and providers to ensure the best possible care for our community.
UDS (Uniform Data System) Measures
*Reverse measure: lower value indicates better performance
So What Does This Mean?
These measures show that our efforts are translating into real improvements for both patients and the community. Rising performance reflects better preventive care, earlier detection, and improved management of chronic conditions. It also highlights stronger patient engagement and provider practices that directly support healthier outcomes.
Stronger Preventive Care: Over three years, documentation and follow-up planning for Body Mass Index (BMI) rose from 36% to 58%, reflecting enhanced preventive care and chronic disease management. Statin therapy utilization increased from 71% to 79%, supporting better prevention and treatment of coronary artery disease. These gains show that providers are more engaged in proactive care, helping patients address risks before they become serious health issues.
Proactive Screening Saves Lives: HIV screening improved steadily, from 54% to 72%, demonstrating increased awareness and early detection efforts. Timely testing allows interventions that prevent complications and improve long-term outcomes for the community.
Improved Health Outcomes: Blood pressure control rose from 50% to 58%, while poor A1C control decreased from 31% to 29%, indicating more effective interventions and greater patient engagement in managing chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.
Impact on Our Community: These improvements are more than numbers—they represent a healthier, more engaged community. Patients are taking active roles in their health, preventive care is increasing, and health equity is advancing. By continuing to focus on these metrics and fostering collaboration between patients and providers, we are building a foundation for long-term population health, reducing preventable illnesses, and creating a stronger, more resilient community.