At Krames, we believe our customers deserve assurance that their health promotion investments will deliver results. That's why research drives every phase of our business. And why thousands of health care plans and employers—and more than 300,000 health care providers—choose Krames.
Our comprehensive research program—identifying emerging needs, soliciting professional input in the development process, measuring effectiveness, and soliciting customer feedback—is the best way we know to ensure that our education materials and health promotion programs meet the needs of today's cost-conscious organizations.
Click on one of the studies below for more detailed information:
Krames also conducts focus groups, surveys, and product reviews throughout the year. If you are interested in participating in any of these, please send an e-mail with the subject line Research to info@krames.com
Click here to see the results of our most recent market surveys.
Congestive Heart Failure
COMPLETED
November, 1996
PARTICIPANTS
Columbia San Jose Medical Center, California
OBJECTIVE
Assess impact of low-cost education interventions
FINDINGS
Significant, positive impacts including a 51% reduction in readmission rates. Return on investment in education programs of $8:$1 for hospitals and $19:$1 for health plans
PUBLISHED
Congestive Heart Failure, May/June 1998
 Congestive Heart Failure Outcome Study PDF
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Pediatric Asthma
COMPLETED
March, 1998
PARTICIPANTS
HMO located in south-central United States
OBJECTIVE
Measure effectiveness of low-cost education intervention
FINDINGS
Interventions resulted in a minimum 35% reduction in office visits and consultations. Conservative return on investment estimated at 40% ($1.40:$1)
PUBLISHED
Publication pending
Pediatric Asthma Outcome Study PDF
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HERO Multi-employer Health Risk and Cost Study
COMPLETED
August, 1998
PARTICIPANTS
Health Enhancement Research Organization (HERO); 46,000 employees of Chevron Corporation; Health Trust, Inc.; Hoffman-LaRoche, Inc.; Marriott Corporation; State of Michigan; and State of Tennessee
OBJECTIVE
Estimate impact of 10 modifiable health risk behaviors Measure impact of these on health care expenditures
FINDINGS
7 of 10 modifiable health risk behaviors significantly increase health care costs for large employers. Cost increases vary from 10% (for sedentary lifestyle) to 70% (for depression).
PUBLISHED
Journal of Occupational Environmental Medicine, Vol. 40, #10, October, 1998, pp. 843-854
HERO- Multi-Employer Health Risk and Cost Study
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Smoking Cessation During Pregnancy
PARTICIPANTS
Kaiser Permanente Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
OBJECTIVE
Apply the "stages of readiness" model in the design of smoking cessation intervention for pregnant women. Reduce the rate of smoking during pregnancy Test several education distribution options
FINDINGS
A tailored self-help booklet (published by Krames) was as effective as a computerized telephone cessation program and a program of systematic motivational counseling sessions.
PUBLISHED
American Journal of Preventative Medicine, 1999.
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Absenteeism
COMPLETED
July, 1998
PARTICIPANTS
35,541 employees of 28 StayWell customers in the private and public sectors, 1990-1998
OBJECTIVE
Assess relationship between 10 health risks and absenteeism
FINDINGS
Increased absenteeism is associated with increased health risks. Mental health, back care, and stress factors were most associated with absenteeism. Participants who reduced health risks or maintained low-risk levels had lower absenteeism rates. Employers who reduce health risks can reduce costs of absenteeism.
PUBLISHED
Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 2001
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Market Surveys
Krames conducts market surveys on an ongoing basis. These firsthand insights help ensure our materials are meeting client objectives.
PARTICIPANTS
Nurses in hospital settings; doctors in private practice; and patients receiving Krames materials.
OBJECTIVES
Quantify time and cost savings Krames materials provide caregivers. Measure the impact Krames patient education has on patients.
FINDINGS
When using Krames products, private practice physicians save an average of $13.40 and 9.9 minutes per patient, while hospital nurses save $18.37 and 31 minutes per patient. Krames materials are also recognized for their ability to increase patient comprehension and compliance. Click the link below for more results and details.
Market Survey Results PDF
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