Northwest Career College

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In the modern world, several apps make the life of a radiography technician easier and speed up his or her work. You can also use the Radiology Toolbox to access critical medical imaging guidelines and ensure you follow best practices. These applications help people learn and improve their skills and keep them organized.

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Health Prime

APRIL 11, 2024

Staff training and productivity: Provide ongoing training to staff members to ensure they are well-versed in the latest industry regulations and best practices. Also, remember to optimize staffing levels and roles to improve productivity and patient care. Feel free to reach us at sales@hpiinc.com.

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NHA Now

AUGUST 19, 2020

In About Inpatient Transfers , you can learn about devices, guidelines, and body mechanic techniques to keep your patients and yourself safe during inpatient transfers. We’ll follow Maria, a newly certified patient care technician, as she completes her first two weeks of on the job training at a big city nursing home.

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Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

MAY 17, 2024

The health care sector is particularly vulnerable to cybersecurity risks , and the stakes for patient care and safety are high. Health care facilities are attractive targets for cyber criminals because of their technological dependence and sensitive data.

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Relias

MARCH 17, 2022

Also, hiring and retaining a workforce that is representative of the patient population served. Equity: Ensuring healthcare workers have what they need to do their jobs and patients have what they need in and out of treatment settings to effectively benefit from best practices in treatment (not to be confused with equality).

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EvidenceCare

APRIL 16, 2024

HIPAA regulations: Ensure patient privacy is protected throughout the documentation process. Federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) & Stark Laws: These regulations prohibit financial incentives that could influence physician decision-making regarding patient care. As researched by OS Inc., “If

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Valant

AUGUST 1, 2024

Here, we explore strategies and considerations to aid you in choosing the right providers and helping them thrive at your practice. Ask yourself the following questions about your practice: Are you turning away potential clients due to lack of bandwidth? Check in with providers regularly.

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Mobius MD

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

How do you keep up with changes in healthcare when you’re a busy clinician? Email newsletters for primary care physicians are a great way to stay current with the latest news, research, and medical best practices. The AMA has several other email newsletters of interest to primary care physicians.

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CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Poor Follow-Ups Some patients may have to wait for test results or additional information from doctors. Patients are usually anxious to receive such information. If the eventual follow-up isn’t clear, the patient must spend time chasing down the answers they need. This simplifies scheduling.

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Relias

APRIL 10, 2025

By aligning emergency planning across healthcare settings, the CMS rule helps ensure organizations can continue providing quality care during major disruptions. The CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule outlined a framework that healthcare providers and suppliers must follow to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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Valant

JANUARY 30, 2024

For example, state regulations may require regular training for staff dealing with sensitive patient information. The scope and depth of internal vs. external audits can vary; care delivery and finances are just a couple of areas that audits may cover. A practice’s billing will need to align with all legal and regulatory requirements.

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Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Balancing the volume of patients and the diversity of cases along with the complexities of operational management and staff coordination requires well-defined practice policies. Implementing effective practice policies and choosing the right tools can help maintain success and ensure high-quality patient care.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 13, 2024

By carefully managing these resources, we can maintain a safe environment for our patients while delivering exceptional care. Our team is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest surgical and thoracic care advancements. As a nurse leader, overcoming the challenges in nursing has been quite difficult.

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Coronis Health

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

There are multiple reasons why outsourcing can help your practice increase its productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Outsourcing Your Medical Billing Can Free up Time and Resources for Your Ophthalmology Facility Those working in the ophthalmology industry often wear many hats while providing comprehensive care for their patients.

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Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Running a successful medical practice requires more than providing excellent patient care. It demands careful monitoring and analysis of various aspects of your operations. Reports are a great data-driven means of benchmarking the performance of specific processes or functions within your medical practice.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Nursing is dynamic as patients, acuity, staffing, and medical best practices constantly change. Nurse leaders need to enact new paths for patient safety and the growth of the nurses they lead and not solely react in the moment that a situation occurs. The inception of best practices.

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Relias

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Instead of immediately putting new nurses directly into patient care, residency programs prepare them with additional skills before they begin independent practice. 2 – Program management and maintenance Whether in the form of new technology or best practices, healthcare is constantly evolving.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Eligibility criteria vary by program, so applicants should review grant guidelines carefully as they follow these steps: Identify available grants Search for funding opportunities on the IHS website or Grants.gov. Submit the application Follow the specific submission guidelines and meet all deadlines.

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ACMA Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

We will also cover the best practices and recommendations for the buy-and-bill method. Benefits of Buy and Bill The buy-and-bill model offers several advantages for providers, providing them with greater control over inventory management, drug selection, and patient care.

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Medical Advantage

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of implementing cost containment initiatives and provide an in-depth look at the top healthcare best practices that can help reduce healthcare spending. Verification ensures that patients are covered by health insurance, minimizing the risk of unpaid claims.

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Mobius MD

JULY 1, 2024

Fixing Prior Authorization The Challenge: Prior authorization processes are notoriously time-consuming for medical staff and often delay patient care. Following their advocacy, a 2024 CMS rule requires government-regulated health plans to shorten the timeframes for prior authorization decisions.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 27, 2024

Our program highlights the importance of clear and compassionate communication to help patients understand how to take their medications properly. In addition, being able to communicate effectively with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals ensures that the patient care team works cohesively.

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Medical Advantage

APRIL 4, 2024

This broad category encompasses telehealth, telemedicine, and various digital healthcare solutions, aiming to create a seamless, comprehensive digital care plan for patients. This system stands out for its ability to support vital patient care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

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Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Building and leading nursing practices is no different. Magnet recognition is an important designation that validates nursing contributions and commitment to providing quality patient care through innovation. Without this approach, there is no focus or commitment to following through.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Provide ongoing, continuous training Post-acute care is a dynamic and evolving field, with new techniques, technologies, and best practices constantly emerging. Therefore, providing ongoing, continuous training is vital to keep staff members up to date with the latest developments in the industry.

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Relias

MARCH 5, 2025

Providers who fail to follow the proper guidelines for care risk not only putting their patients at risk but also face fines, lawsuits, and loss of licensure. To keep your ketamine program in compliance, ensure your providers understand the following patient safety and monitoring best-practices.

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Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

MAY 17, 2024

The health care sector is particularly vulnerable to cybersecurity risks , and the stakes for patient care and safety are high. Health care facilities are attractive targets for cyber criminals because of their technological dependence and sensitive data.

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Valant

MARCH 1, 2024

Obtaining consent from patients at each step along the way is a best practice that helps protect patients’ rights and privacy. Your EHR should allow you to customize your intake packets and allow patients and providers to eSign. The basics of following through and following up are critical.

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Doximity

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Through social media they are impacting hundreds of thousands of health professionals and tens of millions of patients nationwide. Learn more about our honorees and follow them on social media to stay up to date with their content and what they're working on. She hopes to continue it indefinitely!

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CollaborateMD

MAY 25, 2023

This specialized branch of medical billing takes into account the unique challenges that come with treating cancer patients, including the use of costly diagnostic tests, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Payment: The medical practice will receive compensation upon receipt of the processed insurance claim.

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CollaborateMD

JANUARY 3, 2024

In today’s digital age, medical billing software plays a vital role in streamlining the billing process and improving patient care. However, without proper measures in place, healthcare providers risk breaching patient confidentiality and devastating consequences. Healthcare is a favorite target for hackers.

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Health Populi

JUNE 25, 2024

Of the health care organizations who experienced ransomware attacks, one-third did not recover patient data from the cyber-attackers, Software Advice learned. Clearly, cyberattacks are impacting patient care. And the growth of home care, hospital-to-home, and greater self-care are also increasing risks for cybersecurity.

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Valant

MARCH 2, 2024

Here are some things to consider before making the switch: Assessing Readiness for In-House Billing Because so many aspects of running a practice tie back to billing, it’s important for a practice to thoroughly consider the impacts and the preparation needed.

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Arkenea

MARCH 9, 2025

Developing hospital mobile apps can help doctors and patients save time filling out forms, searching for analyses, and paying fees. Changing patient care With this kind of mobile app, hospitals can shift the entire treatment process from disease treatment to disease prevention.

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Health Prime

JANUARY 24, 2024

The easy follow-up of patients using telemonitoring solutions and the augmented access to internet services will continue increasing telemedicine delivery. Learn more about this in our blog Optimize your telemedicine appointments with these best practices.

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Relias

DECEMBER 15, 2023

By practicing empathy, nurses are more likely to treat their patients as individuals, focusing on a person-centered care approach rather than strictly following routines and guidelines. Add to this caring for multiple patients simultaneously, and the possibility of making an error can seem almost inevitable.

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Ciox

JULY 20, 2023

By incorporating SDOH data, insights showed the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on African American, Hispanic, and low-income populations, including: African Americans and Hispanics make up a larger than expected share of both cases and deaths.

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