The Mid-Atlantic Patient Safety Organization (MAPSO), a component of the Maryland Patient Safety Center (MPSC), exists to help healthcare providers deliver the safest, highest-quality care possible. As a federally listed Patient Safety Organization (PSO) with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) (PSO Number: P0024), MAPSO creates a secure, collaborative environment where providers can share data, learn from patient safety events, and implement evidence-based solutions to prevent avoidable harm.
Participation in MAPSO is complimentary for Mid-Atlantic Patient Safety Center members, with a participation agreement. Fees apply to non-members. Please contact us for more information.
What is a PSO?
The Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005 authorized the creation of PSOs in response to the 1999 Institute of Medicine report that called for significant improvements in healthcare safety and quality.
PSOs:
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Provide a confidential and non-punitive space for healthcare organizations and clinicians to report patient safety events
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Collect and analyze data to identify patterns and risks
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Recommend best practices to improve patient outcomes and reduce harm
MAPSO partners with its member organizations to foster a culture of safety and accelerate system-wide learning that protects patients and supports providers.
What MAPSO Offers Members
Safe Tables
Protected forums where providers openly discuss safety events and share real-world lessons learned to drive improvement.
Quality & Safety Initiatives
Ongoing projects to collect and report data to address specific patient safety challenges, offering participating organizations actionable recommendations and workflow enhancements.
Consultation and Technical Assistance on Patient Safety Practices
Customized consultation and technical assistance to help members strengthen their patient safety practices, implement evidence-based improvements, and sustain a culture of safety across their organizations.
Aggregated Data Analysis
MAPSO compiles and studies reported events to identify trends and develop evidence-based recommendations that minimize risks and improve care quality.
Federally Protected PSO Services
Members have the ability to submit and analyze PSWP under applicable privilege and confidentiality protections.
Gain access to expert analysis and actionable insights
Strengthen your organization’s
safety culture
Join a regional community of providers committed to zero preventable harm
Promote your organization’s dedication to patient safety to patients, families, and stakeholders
Help meet the CMS patient safety structural measure