S1 Ep58: Patient safety with Leah Binder of The Leapfrog Group
- Author
- Medical Economics
- Published
- Mon 31 Mar 2025
- Episode Link
- https://audioboom.com/posts/8696340
Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, joins the show to talk about notable trends in patient safety.
Be sure to check out Medical Economics Pulse, a quick-hitting news podcast that keeps busy physicians in the know.
Music Credits:
Daydreaming by Mit-Rich - stock.adobe.com
Relaxing Lounge by Classy Call me Man - stock.adobe.com
COCKTAIL by Mythical Audio - stock.adobe.com
Editor's note: Episode timestamps and transcript produced using AI tools.
Introduction to Patient Safety (00:00:00)
Discussion on alarming statistics about patient harm in hospitals, highlighting the severity of the issue.
Overview of the Leapfrog Group (00:01:04)
Leah Binder introduces the Leapfrog Group's mission to improve health care quality and safety through public reporting.
Current Status of Patient Safety (00:02:38)
Leah Binder shares disturbing statistics about patient harm and preventable deaths in American health care.
Positive Trends in Patient Safety (00:04:51)
Despite bad news, Binder discusses successful hospitals demonstrating significant improvements in patient safety measures.
The Role of Physicians in Patient Safety (00:08:11)
Binder emphasizes the importance of primary care physicians using their voice to advocate for patient safety.
Building Relationships with Employers (00:10:29)
Discussion on the need for healthcare providers to connect with employers to enhance primary care's role.
Trends in Hospital Safety Measures (00:12:58)
Binder describes trends in maternity care procedures, noting significant reductions in episiotomy and elective deliveries.
Impact of Technology on Patient Safety (00:18:45)
Discussion on the deployment of technology, including computerized physician order entry systems, to enhance patient safety.
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (00:19:08)
Exploration of how AI could improve patient care and safety through real-time data synthesis and alert systems.
Policy Solutions for Patient Safety (00:23:21)
Binder discusses the need for federal lawmakers to enhance patient safety and quality through better transparency measures.
Quality Measurement in Healthcare (00:24:38)
Discussion on improving quality and safety measurements by utilizing EMRs instead of traditional claims data.
Future of Quality Monitoring (00:25:43)
Anticipation of advancements in enterprise-wide monitoring of quality and safety in health care systems.
Appreciation for Healthcare Providers (00:26:13)
Acknowledgment of the vital role clinicians play in improving lives and the collective emphasis on healthcare.
Closing Remarks (00:27:08)
Gratitude expressed for the conversation and the importance of ongoing discussions in health care.
Episode Wrap-Up (00:27:41)
Final thanks and encouragement to subscribe for future episodes and updates from Medical Economics.
Be sure to check out Medical Economics Pulse, a quick-hitting news podcast that keeps busy physicians in the know.
Music Credits:
Daydreaming by Mit-Rich - stock.adobe.com
Relaxing Lounge by Classy Call me Man - stock.adobe.com
COCKTAIL by Mythical Audio - stock.adobe.com
Editor's note: Episode timestamps and transcript produced using AI tools.
Introduction to Patient Safety (00:00:00)
Discussion on alarming statistics about patient harm in hospitals, highlighting the severity of the issue.
Overview of the Leapfrog Group (00:01:04)
Leah Binder introduces the Leapfrog Group's mission to improve health care quality and safety through public reporting.
Current Status of Patient Safety (00:02:38)
Leah Binder shares disturbing statistics about patient harm and preventable deaths in American health care.
Positive Trends in Patient Safety (00:04:51)
Despite bad news, Binder discusses successful hospitals demonstrating significant improvements in patient safety measures.
The Role of Physicians in Patient Safety (00:08:11)
Binder emphasizes the importance of primary care physicians using their voice to advocate for patient safety.
Building Relationships with Employers (00:10:29)
Discussion on the need for healthcare providers to connect with employers to enhance primary care's role.
Trends in Hospital Safety Measures (00:12:58)
Binder describes trends in maternity care procedures, noting significant reductions in episiotomy and elective deliveries.
Impact of Technology on Patient Safety (00:18:45)
Discussion on the deployment of technology, including computerized physician order entry systems, to enhance patient safety.
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (00:19:08)
Exploration of how AI could improve patient care and safety through real-time data synthesis and alert systems.
Policy Solutions for Patient Safety (00:23:21)
Binder discusses the need for federal lawmakers to enhance patient safety and quality through better transparency measures.
Quality Measurement in Healthcare (00:24:38)
Discussion on improving quality and safety measurements by utilizing EMRs instead of traditional claims data.
Future of Quality Monitoring (00:25:43)
Anticipation of advancements in enterprise-wide monitoring of quality and safety in health care systems.
Appreciation for Healthcare Providers (00:26:13)
Acknowledgment of the vital role clinicians play in improving lives and the collective emphasis on healthcare.
Closing Remarks (00:27:08)
Gratitude expressed for the conversation and the importance of ongoing discussions in health care.
Episode Wrap-Up (00:27:41)
Final thanks and encouragement to subscribe for future episodes and updates from Medical Economics.
