Electronic Health Reporter

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Dara St. Louis, executive vice president and a founding partner, Reach3 Insights. Many of us know exactly how many steps we’ve taken today. A quick glance at our phone or other fitness tracker makes […] The article Digital Health Adoption is Surging, But So Is Consumer Distrust appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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The Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

By STEVEN ZECOLA The United States healthcare system has failed by any measure. First, costs are out of control. For example, 17% of the country’s GDP is spent on healthcare. This percentage was less than half that amount in 1980. It is expected to continue growing to 20% by 2032. Seventy-five percent of these costs are attributable to chronic diseases.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The three companies are claiming the FTC’s suit is unconstitutional because it was lodged in the agency’s administrative court, instead of a federal one.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Dan O’Day drives Gilead's mission to end HIV worldwide, pioneering treatments like lenacapavir and championing global health equity through bold access initiatives.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

CareMax was the exclusive Medicare managed service organization to Stewardship Health. Steward’s bankruptcy posed an “existential threat” that CareMax said it couldn't overcome.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Many families fail to realize how much they spend on healthcare because they don’t pay out of one pocket—they pay out of four.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The American Psychological Association says 38% of surveyed respondents experience higher levels of stress around the holidays. Here's how AI can help.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Kennedy's views on vaccines in particular are causing alarm among some physicians and investors.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Customers on Delta Air Lines will soon be enjoying new menu items like cocoa-braised short ribs, apple-cranberry compote, and Shake Shack Burgers.

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Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The patient’s first point of contact with your practice is in the check-in process. This first encounter sets the tone for their entire health experience. Sometimes, this process does not go as smoothly as planned. If it happens, errors or inefficiencies can lead to multiple problems, affecting patient satisfaction and your practice’s overall efficiency and financial health.

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Unitek College

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Learn about the qualifications for this rewarding career path. A quick Google search of the question “am I smart enough to be a nurse?” turns up a surprising amount of verbatim results, which means that a lot of people who are interested in a career in nursing are asking themselves this question. And that means that a lot of […] The post Am I Smart Enough To Be a Nurse?

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Science Based Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Amid all the shocking and depressing news regarding the future of American healthcare and medicine, at least over the next four years, I thought I would tackle something a bit lighter today. What happens to the brains of astronauts aboard the ISS? Space medicine is a field of study, if fairly niche, and will likely have increasing implications as humanity increases its […] The post Your Brain In Space first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

While the incoming administration may not know exactly how to fix healthcare, the opportunity for substantive, system-wide change may be in front of us.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Mike Pykosz is leaving 18 months after he joined CVS with its acquisition of the value-based medical chain. He’s departing amid a flurry of high-level ousters at the struggling company — but isn’t one himself, CVS said.

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99MGMT

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Credentialing is a critical process for healthcare practices, ensuring that providers meet industry standards, maintain compliance, and are authorized to bill insurance companies. However, for many, the costs associated with provider credentialing can be unclear and daunting. In this guide, we’ll break down the various factors influencing credentialing costs, compare in-house and outsourced options, and provide actionable tips for maximizing value while managing expenses.

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Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The patient’s first point of contact with your practice is in the check-in process. This first encounter sets the tone for their entire health experience. Sometimes, this process does not go as smoothly as planned. If it happens, errors or inefficiencies can lead to multiple problems, affecting patient satisfaction and your practice’s overall efficiency and financial health.

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We Care Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

To pursue a career as a massage therapist, the first step is enrolling in accredited massage therapy programs. These programs offer foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and various massage techniques, all essential for effective practice. A good program, like the one offered at Pacific College of Health and Science, provides both theoretical education and hands-on training, equipping students with the skills needed.

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UVM Larner College of Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In the summer of 2024, while renovating his Burlington, Vermont home, Luke Purvis made a surprising discovery. Nestled within a wall, he uncovered a paper program for an address delivered by Dr. Jacob Chase Rutherford to the medical department at the University of Vermont (UVM) on February 26, 1891.

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We Care Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, gratitude, and coming together with loved ones. For many nursing home residents, this holiday can bring mixed emotions, as they may be away from their families or feeling nostalgic for past traditions. However, it’s also an opportunity to create a warm and joyful atmosphere within the facility, fostering a sense of community and gratitude.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Darryl Elmouchi will take on the role effective Jan. 2 as Providence reshuffles its executive team.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A recent market analysis outlined the lack of adequate health insurer competition in many U.S. markets.

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Physicians Practice

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Your monthly collection of insights from the Physicians Practice Pearls writers is available now!

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

How many people will be affected if Congress does not extend premium tax credits for ACA insurance?

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Northwest Career College

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

After high school graduation, students are introduced to many course and program options. Recently, trade schools have been gaining attention and now being part of their competitive option as an alternative to traditional colleges. At a trade school, one receives hands-on training for particular careers, but, like any other decision, there are specific pros and cons that you should consider.

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Beacon

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In today's digital age, managing cases and information efficiently has become crucial for organizations of all sizes. A case management system serves as a centralized digital hub that streamlines the tracking, storing, and reporting of important case-related data.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Study shows that most beneficiaries skip comparing Part D plans that might better suit their needs and their wallet

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The celebrity doctor’s 2022 financial disclosure for his Senate run details holdings in stocks like UnitedHealth, CVS and Johnson & Johnson — potentially creating conflicts in the way he runs Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Plus: Why tariffs will make medicines more expensive and the CIOs driving healthcare innovation.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The future of such policies is unclear under an upcoming Trump administration, which could rescind approvals or prevent states from implementing waivers.

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