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How To Improve Adoption of Clinical Technology

EvidenceCare

Connecting Buyers and Users for Effective Healthcare Technology Adoption Technology adoption within our healthcare system is more important than ever. With rapid digital tech and AI innovation in hospitals, one of the significant hurdles of adoption is the disconnect between those who purchase the technology and those who use it. This gap can impede the effective use of new systems, ultimately limiting the benefits that technology can bring to patients and clinicians.

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SCOTUS strikes down Chevron doctrine, curbing federal agency power

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The court’s controversial decision raises the bar for healthcare regulators when they’re implementing laws with undefined terms — and opens the door for stakeholders in the industry to sue when they’re unhappy with an agency’s reading of statute.

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New podcast episode: U.S. Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Medical Economics

U.S. Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter gives his views on the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and why physicians should get involved with policy decisions.

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Optum backs out of deal to buy Steward’s physician group

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Steward has been gunning for the deal since March. Without Optum at the table, it’s unclear who will buy the struggling health system’s medical clinics.

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Enter the AI World – or Be Left Behind

Walker Info - Patient Experience

There is no shortage of current conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) – both its advantages as well as potential concerns. There are also many more unknowns than definites when it comes to the world of developing computer systems capable of performing tasks typically associated with human intelligence. In fact, the two-letter AI acronym can be favorably compared to a three-letter predecessor in WWW.

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Amwell to implement reverse stock split to avoid delisting

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The telehealth vendor’s stock price has declined significantly since 2020. It received a warning this spring that its stock was trading below minimum standards, and could be removed from trading.

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Optum Rx reaches $20M settlement with Justice Department over opioid prescribing

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The UnitedHealth pharmacy benefit manager did not have to admit guilt as part of the settlement, which amounts to a minuscule fraction of its annual revenue.

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Recent cyberattacks exposed health care’s biggest vulnerabilities. Are you overlooking this simple and secure secret weapon?

Medical Economics

While there’s no easy fix to stop the attacks, there is huge potential in digital cloud fax — a simple, often overlooked way to communicate.

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10 things more important than money

Physicians Practice

Some areas of life are far more important than the girth of your investment portfolio or the size of your bank account.

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As Walmart Closes Clinics, Buyer Emerges For Its Telehealth Business

Forbes Healthcare

Healthcare technology company Fabric is buying Walmart's telehealth business, MeMD, for an undisclosed amount.

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Amazon folds telehealth marketplace into One Medical

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The reorganization could create a new source of potential customers for primary care chain One Medical.

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Healthy Leaders Build Healthy Companies

Forbes Healthcare

It’s time we recognize two realities: 1) healthy leaders build healthy companies, and 2) health is a company’s biggest strategic asset.

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An Open Letter to Dr. Stefan Baral: Let’s Revisit Your Article “Covid Vaccines for Children Should Not Get Emergency Use Authorization.”

Science Based Medicine

"I value criticism and my collaborations are based on the ability to openly criticize other's ideas as a means of finding the 'right' answer." The post An Open Letter to Dr. Stefan Baral: Let’s Revisit Your Article “Covid Vaccines for Children Should Not Get Emergency Use Authorization.” first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Health Body ‘Deeply Concerned’ By Racism On England’s Maternity Wards

Forbes Healthcare

Staff at some hospitals have reportedly used racist language about patients and treated women of color with "disregard," according to reports from two regulators.

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PAI: Four areas of focus

Medical Economics

Physicians Advocacy Institute CEO discusses consolidation in health care.

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Expert Spotlight: John Schneider – Creating A Safe Space To Fail

Arkenea

John Schneider, a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience talks about the need to be constantly learning in the ever evolving healthcare landscape and how giving the team a safe space to fail is key to fostering a culture of innovation in HealthTech. Connect with John on LinkedIn here. 1. How do you see the role of technology evolving in patient care over the next decade?

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Daily multivitamins don’t increase life span; Continuous blood glucose monitors cause anxiety; Finland to offer first preemptive bird flu vaccine – Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

The top news stories in medicine today.

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The Evolving Role of Pharmacy Technicians and its Impact on Patient Care

Northwest Suburban College

Pharmacy Technicians are an invaluable part of the healthcare system, supporting pharmacists in providing the highest level of patient care. Over the years, their role has undergone significant changes as they have taken on more responsibilities and become important contributors to patient care and the delivery of pharmacy services. In this article, we will explore the evolving role of Pharmacy Technicians, the expanded scope of their practice, and the impact of these changes on patient care and

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Understanding The 8 Minute Rule in Physical Therapy

Medbridge

With most buyer-seller transactions, calculating the cost of a product or service is fairly simple. However, when it comes to Medicare units and payment for physical therapy services, things aren’t always so straightforward. Enter the 8-Minute Rule (a.k.a. the Rule of Eights). Here’s a rundown of the rule—and how it can affect billing and payment […] The post Understanding The 8 Minute Rule in Physical Therapy appeared first on MedBridge Blog.

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Enhancing Patient Care: Medical Assistants’ Key Role in Preventive Healthcare

Northwest Suburban College

In recent years, the healthcare industry has increasingly shifted its focus towards preventive care, recognizing that preventing diseases is more effective than treating them. As part of this paradigm shift, Medical Assistants have emerged as crucial assets in promoting health and wellness, particularly in primary care settings. These dedicated professionals are instrumental in educating patients about healthy lifestyle habits, administering vaccines, providing crucial health screenings, and ens

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8 Best Client Retention Strategies for Service Businesses

Trafft

When you ask any business owner what some of the biggest challenges they face are, maintaining a loyal client base will likely be at the top of that list. Once the initial hype has worn off and people are ready to move on to the next thing, different client retention strategies become pivotal for keeping your business running. But what is a client retention rate, and how can you be sure you are on the right path with your efforts?

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The biggest trends challenging physicians

Medical Economics

In How Is Medical Practice Evolving, the survey featured responses from 864 physicians in the US on how current health care trends and challenges have impacted their medical practice.

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90837 CPT Code: Psychotherapy, 60 Minutes

Valant

Definition The 90837 CPT Code represents individual psychotherapy sessions lasting approximately 60 minutes. During these sessions, therapists engage with clients using various modalities to address mental health concerns, emotional well-being, and behavioral patterns. It’s crucial to document the content of each session, including the therapeutic techniques used and the client’s progress.

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Health tech startup Fabric acquires Walmart’s telehealth business

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The acquisition comes as Walmart exits the healthcare delivery business.

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What Do Criminal Justice Professionals Do?

Northwest Career College

The criminal justice field provides opportunities for diverse job roles based on an individual’s interests and strengths. Whether it’s law enforcement, probation, parole, or forensic science, there are many paths to choose from in this field. This article aims to explain the responsibilities of criminal justice professionals, explore the various career paths available in the industry, and highlight the skills required for success.

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PAI: Introducing the Physicians Advocacy Institute

Medical Economics

CEO discusses consolidation in health care.

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Patient Interaction: Essential Strategies for Medical Administrative Assistants

Northwest Career College

Medical administrative assistants may face difficult situations, especially when dealing with challenging patients. This blog post offers practical advice and strategies for handling complex interactions effectively while maintaining a professional and positive environment in healthcare settings. Role of Medical Administrative Assistants Medical administrative assistants provide essential support for medical office operations.