HIV/AIDS

Using the next guide as reference create a SMART goal to improve the indicators of your health problem at short or long term:SMART goals help improve achievement and success. A SMART goal clarifies exactly what is expected and the measures used to determine if the goal is achieved and successfully completed.A SMART goal is:Specific (and strategic): Goal must be clearly defined —who and what?Measurable: The success toward meeting the goal can be measured. Outcome must demonstrate levels of change or improvement.Attainable: Goals are reasonable and can be achieved.Relevant (results oriented): The goals are aligned with current tasks and projects and focus in one defined areaTime framed: Goals have a clearly defined time-frame including a target or deadline date.

Examples:Not a SMART goal:· Reach out to stakeholders.Does not identify a measurement or time frame, nor identify why the improvement is needed or how it will be used.

SMART goal:· The Department will launch communications with stakeholders by conducting three focus groups specific to needs assessment and funding by the end of the first quarter.
USE THE TOPIC: HIV/AIDS TO CREATE THE SMART GOAL USING THE EXPLANATION ABOVE

QUESTION 1 : How does a shift in payor mix affect financial reimbursement for a healthcare entity?

QUESTION 2: What are the different budgeting methods? Which budgeting method is used in your organization?