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5 issues in the check-in process that impact your medical practice 

Health Prime

Additionally, incorrect patient information can compromise patient safety, as clinicians may make decisions based on data with errors. Long check-in wait times Extended wait times during check-in are one of the main complaints that patients report when they visit a healthcare facility.

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5 issues in the check-in process that impact your medical practice 

Health Prime

Additionally, incorrect patient information can compromise patient safety, as clinicians may make decisions based on data with errors. Long check-in wait times Extended wait times during check-in are one of the main complaints that patients report when they visit a healthcare facility.

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Risks Facing Nurse Practitioners Today

Minority Nurse

Nurse practitioner malpractice data can be used to inform and address areas of clinical improvement as well as help to improve the quality of care and patient safety. Common missing or incomplete documentation noted in the dataset included: Lack of a complete patient and family history. Incomplete physical assessment.

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Primary care news round-up (10th October to 16th October 2024)

Practice Index

Primary care to get new Chief Inspector A Chief Inspector of primary care is to be appointed as part of CQC reforms. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said: “An overly complex system of healthcare regulation and oversight is no good for patients or providers. The regional BMA also raised concerns.

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7 Medical Careers in Demand (That Don’t Require a Degree)

CareerStep

CareerStep instructor Tonya Denton, CBSPD, CST, says, “Sterile processing is vital for ensuring patient safety by preventing infections and maintaining the integrity of medical equipment used in healthcare procedures. It is the heart of the hospital; without it, surgeries could not be performed!

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Ultimate Guide to Patient Portal Development

Arkenea

Information Managed by Patient Portal Software Patient portal software is built to streamline workflow and make healthcare accessible for patients. Enhanced Patient Care Patients can get annoyed by long waiting hours and freeing up time for appointments.

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Health Information Exchange: What It Is and Why It Matters

Ciox

Improved Medication Management: With HIE, providers can access a patient’s medication history, reducing the risk of prescribing duplicate or contraindicated medications. This optimization of medication management enhances patient safety and prevents costly adverse drug events.