AHRQ Improving Diagnostic Safety in Ambulatory Care: Strategies and Interventions (R18)
ID: 349951Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (HHS-AHRQ)

Award Range

$0 - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349951

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-23-290.html
Timeline
    Description

    The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is inviting proposals for the funding opportunity titled "Improving Diagnostic Safety in Ambulatory Care: Strategies and Interventions (R18)." This initiative aims to develop, test, and evaluate strategies and interventions that enhance diagnostic safety and quality in diverse outpatient settings, addressing critical issues such as diagnostic errors that affect millions of patients annually. The AHRQ emphasizes the importance of health equity and encourages applicants to consider diverse populations in their research designs. Funding of up to $500,000 per year is available for a maximum of four years, with a total project budget cap of $2 million. Applications are due by January 25, 2024, and interested parties can reach out to Grant_Queries@ahrq.hhs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Grant_Queries@ahrq.hhs.gov
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    Posted
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    PA-23-290.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), invites proposals for funding under the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) PA-23-290, focusing on improving diagnostic safety in ambulatory care settings. The goal is to develop, test, and evaluate strategies and interventions that enhance diagnostic accuracy and quality in varied outpatient settings, addressing significant issues such as diagnostic errors that impact millions annually. Applications are encouraged to consider factors like health equity and the involvement of diverse populations in their research designs. Funding up to $500,000 per year for a maximum of four years is available, with a total budget cap of $2 million for the entire project. The applications are due by January 25, 2024, and will undergo a scientific merit review approximately four months post-submission. The AHRQ aims to fund projects that not only focus on diagnostic accuracy but also promote a more equitable healthcare landscape. Researchers from eligible institutions, including higher education and nonprofit organizations, are encouraged to collaborate and propose innovative solutions addressing both diagnostic safety and disparities in healthcare. This initiative represents a continued effort by the AHRQ to mitigate risks and improve patient outcomes across diverse medical practices.
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