Evaluations and studies

We have many years of experience in the development and implementation of methods for measuring and presenting the quality of medical care (including for benchmarking and quality comparisons). This provides areas of expertise that are of great benefit to you for a wide range of scientific issues.

• Consulting and research in the design and implementation of scientific studies includes:
  • Topic-related research for existing indicators or indicator sets
  • Research of scientific publications and preparation of evidence reports
  • Topic-related research of guidelines and scientific literature and derivation of potential quality indicators
  • Development of statistical methods and models for the evaluation of quality indicators
  • Development of models for risk adjustment
    
  • Methodological evaluation of quality indicators using the QUALIFY instrument
    
  • Prioritization of quality indicators for defined questions
    
  • Examination of the suitability of quality indicators for defined questions such as public quality comparison or quality-related remuneration (pay-for-performance)
    
  • Operationalization of quality indicators
    
  • Evaluation/analysis and assessment of results from quality assurance measures. We support you in interpreting results from quality assurance measures (for example, external quality assurance according to §136 SGB V or existing quality guidelines of the G-BA) or in reviewing their effectiveness.
    
  • Evaluation of mhealth, ehealth and digital health products
    
  • Support in the preparation of quality reports and health reports
    

At the end of the day, of course, all projects and their associated ideas are individual. Our broad range of services enables us to always respond to your individual needs. Our specialists will work closely with you to achieve the best results.

In addition, in the field of scientific research, we can draw on an international network of researchers who can advise us on higher-level issues, if desired. No matter whether you plan your project nationally or internationally, we can respond to any approach with the best quality.