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Evidence-based medicine (EBM), previously translational medicine, can be defined as improving care based on empirical research and/or hands-on practice. The EBM’s approach is based on either direct patient care (bottom-up) or an experiment translated into guidelines (top-down).  EBM is used in either in conjunction or as quality assessment tool(s) for continuous quality improvement (CQI). The healthcare leader must utilize the evidence to promote healthcare quality.

· Explain the process of evidence-based analysis.

· Highlight the major players and their roles in EBM policy (i.e., government, providers, patients, etc.).

· Explain the EBM “Levels of Evidence” as defined in your course text.

· Review the case “Constraints of the ACA on Evidence-Based Medicine.”

· Provide a written analysis of the case “Constraints of the ACA on Evidence-Based Medicine” ATTACHMENT INCLUDED (Utilize the  “Levels of  Evidence and Grades of  Recommendations” as defined by the National Guideline) Clearinghouse.

· Summarize the policy of EBM in your conclusion.

The paper

· Must be 3 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style.

· Must include a separate title page with the following:

· Title of paper

· Student’s name

· Course name and number

· Instructor’s name

· Date submitted

· Must use at least five scholarly sources in addition to the course text.

REFERENCE FOR THE CASE

McLaughlin, C. P., & McLaughlin, C. D. (2014). Health Policy Analysis: An interdisciplinary approach (2nd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers. Print ISBN: 9781284037777