Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 23, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Mental disorders are a serious social problem, as they impact the lives of millions of people worldwide. They are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, and their prevalence is increasing at an alarming […]. The article The Growing Menace of Mental Disorders: How Providers Can Overcome Emerging Challenges appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Culturally competent nursing mentorship for nursing students, nurses, or faculty often remains challenging when the mentor needs to reflect on the mentee. Understanding diversity in higher education and the strategies to improve culturally competent guidance is looked at through the lens of mentoring. Brief History. The term ‘mentor’ was adopted from Mentor, a Greek mythological figure in Homer’s “Odyssey.

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 14, 2022

I’m in Florence, Italy, this week, working on Slow Food as medicine and finding myself contemplating spirituality, health and wellbeing as I walk the streets of this grand city of the Renaissance. Imagine my surprise, yesterday, walking through the city center by the glorious Duomo, the great dome of the cathedral named Santa Maria dell Fiore, with the beautiful Baptistry built just across the piazza.

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Medical Gas Compliance

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Without a proper understanding of compliance codes, ongoing maintenance , and implementation of new equipment, medical facilities would not be able to function properly. This is why your position as a Certified Healthcare Facility Manager is critical to the healthcare industry. The facility, along with its patients, depends on you to provide the best equipment and services available.

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Setting Sights

DECEMBER 31, 2022

Often, it’s the toughest encounters that gift us the greatest life lessons – ones whose experiences help guide us through the next venture. But, we will never experience those great life lessons, if we never show up to stuff. Even in the worst of life’s times. I can still recall that disconcerting feeling from simply being out on my first solo walk of the year.

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Amber Pharmacy

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Have you sent a prescription to a pharmacy and not heard back? Ever called to check on a status, only to hear elevator music? Getting a response from pharmacies shouldn’t be slow and difficult. You deserve a reliable partner. So you know what to expect – every time. Our infusion intake team and pharmacists are readily available to help make your workdays run smoother.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Getting your MSN degree in nursing is a significant step in mapping out the next part of a nursing career. But making this decision and choosing the right program for your personal and professional goals takes a lot of research and thought. An MSN degree offers more profound knowledge and experience, leading to more significant career opportunities.

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 6, 2022

With valuations of digital health companies expected to decline in 2023, investors in the sector are Missourian in spirit in “Show Me” mode: here, it’s all about the clinical evidence and ROI, according to a survey from GSR Ventures. conducted among over 50 major digital health venture capital investors. Most of the 50+ responses to the survey expect that in 2023, valuations for digital health companies will decrease by over 20%: that’s a net of 83% including 60% expect

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Doximity

DECEMBER 20, 2022

With the adoption of virtual platforms across healthcare since the pandemic, telepharmacy— the use of telecommunications by pharmacists to provide patient care —has become increasingly important to the success of pharmacists and our daily work. The need for remote pharmacy care has only been heightened by a U.S. pharmacist shortage, largely due to burnout from our working conditions.

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Top Practices

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Many times I have been asked, "How many staff should I have?" Now, that question depends on a lot of things. The answer to that depends on what kind of practice you have. Do you do a lot of ancillary services which requires additional staff. Services like laser treatments, in-office surgery, plus dispensing and fitting of orthotics and diabetic shoes?

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Amber Pharmacy

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The end of the year and the start of a new one can usher in many changes, amongst them – insurance policy changes. Patients living with a chronic condition or depending on medications to manage a condition can find this time stressful. Our Benefit Coordinators highlight a few pointers for navigating any potential policy changes. Keeping these tips in mind can help eliminate any surprises and make sure your medications are processed and shipped without any delay. 1.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 23, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Mental health is a serious issue, and it affects all of us. Modern technology has made many advances in this field, including telehealth apps that make therapy more accessible to people living in rural areas, […]. The article Mental Health and Technology: Ways the Field is Changing appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 6, 2022

For the last two years, hospitals have been reliant on travel nurses, with the demand for travel nurses skyrocketing. However, turnover has recently begun to increase, and hospitals and health systems are facing a turning point in addressing the staffing shortage crisis. Minority Nurse chatted with Beth Brooks , Ph.D., RN, and Clinical Advisor of Vivian Health, about how travel nursing is changing the nursing workforce and what hospitals can do to reconfigure the work environment to optimize the

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 12, 2022

While overall U.S. consumers’ utilization of health care has been pretty stable, the type of visit encounters is shifting away from hospital inpatient cases to ambulatory care, urgent and retail health care sites, data from Kaufman Hall and Sg2 tell us. The companies shared insights in a session on Building Relationships with the Modern Healthcare Consumer l ast week, warning that hospitals are facing economic challenges with implications on how they should engage and interact with patient

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19 Labs

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Delivering on the political and social promise of healthcare equity for all, 19Labs’ eClinics and broadband connectivity finally enable affordable, smart healthcare in rural communities. Redwood City, CA – December 12, 2022. In cooperation with the country’s Ministry of Health and the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, a telemedicine pilot program with GALE eClinics was launched in four remote areas of Guyana.

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Relias

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Not long ago, city bystanders would erupt in applause during shift changes as healthcare providers exited and entered hospitals. Their applause signaled gratitude for the healthcare heroes bravely battling the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nurses (RNs, LPN/LVNs, and UAPs alike) became the face of heroism. Instead of flowing capes, nurse heroes donned scrubs covered by paper jumpsuits, masks, and goggles.

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Coronis Health

DECEMBER 15, 2022

As an integral part of public health and safety, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) include first-line emergency medical care for patients. Medical billing for EMS can be more complicated than other healthcare industries, leading to frequent denials and delayed reimbursements. Maintaining a healthy EMS revenue cycle requires a strong understanding of the intricacies of EMS medical billing.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 23, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Chris Evanguelidi, director, enterprise healthcare Market, Redpoint Global The growing healthcare consumerism trend has empowered millions of patients and healthcare consumers to take more control over their individual healthcare journeys, in and out of […].

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 15, 2022

You’ve been working as a shift nurse for a few years. You love it, and you love caring for patients. But there’s always been something else calling to you: leadership. How do you start? What steps should you take? Do you need more education? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Making the Shift to Leadership. “Think about how you want to influence the health care system at large,” says Rachel Neill, MSN, RN, CPPS, Founder of InnovatRN Consulting, Chief Clinical Advisor for HealthEdGlobal, and a C

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Rising costs are the #1 reason U.S. health consumers are avoiding or delaying health care, replacing concerns about COVID-19, based on survey research from Qualtrics. The company’s Healthcare Cost of Living survey research learned that 48% of U.S. adults chose to defer health care in 2022, split by. 31% of consumers skipping care due to cost concerns, and, 17% of people delaying care who had concerns about the coronavirus.

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Medical Gas Compliance

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Navigating evolving security and safety concerns resulting from a rapidly evolving healthcare field is a priority for cultivating a safe and productive workplace. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , healthcare workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence than employees in other industries. In addition, a survey of nurses from all 50 states found that workplace violence is on the rise, with a 119% increase from 2021 in nurses reporting increased workplace vio

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Relias

DECEMBER 8, 2022

A gap analysis , or gap assessment , is a staple tool of business management that applies to all types of businesses, including healthcare organizations. The “gap” refers to the difference between business goals and actual performance. Without a gap analysis, it can be difficult to identify the specific problems that are causing your organization to fall short of a goal.

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Amber Pharmacy

DECEMBER 5, 2022

OMAHA, Neb. (Dec. 5, 2022) – Amber Specialty Pharmacy is excited to announce that it is a partner of WeInfuse’s Specialty Pharmacy Connect Program. This partnership and integration will provide infusion centers with direct ordering access of specialty prescription medications and will reduce administrative burdens associated with payer-mandated specialty pharmacy requirements.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Creagh Milford, DO, MPH, FACOI, senior vice president of retail health, CVS Health. The massive shift to virtual health and explosion of innovation in the digital space has provided patients with an expanding array […]. The article CVS Health Study Highlights Value of Provider Coordination and Intervention appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2022

There’s no doubt about it, nurses — it’s the holidays, and many of us feel pressure in our personal and professional lives. So how do the holidays impact you, your mental and emotional health, spiritual well-being, and professional responsibilities as a nurse? Working During the Holidays. Many of you employed by hospitals, home health agencies, hospices, and other organizations are likely working during the holidays, perhaps even on your favorite special day.

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Every health/care industry stakeholder will be in search of value in 2023, I explain in my latest post written on behalf of Medecision. In this essay, I forecast what’s ahead for hospitals, digital health innovators and investors, employers, pharma, and patients-as-consumers — all firmly focused on value in the new year. “Inflation may make consumers and the healthcare system sicker,” Deloitte expects , signaling a sort of “unrest” for the healthcare ecosystem

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Walker Info - Patient Experience

DECEMBER 10, 2022

The world generates 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every single day. That’s 18 zeros! Where is all this data coming from? Well, us. We send 333.2 billion emails daily (about 3.9 million emails every second). More than 456,000 tweets post each minute. Facebook manages 510,000 comments and 293,000 status updates every 60 seconds. People share 95 million photos and videos on Instagram daily.

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Relias

DECEMBER 8, 2022

We all love free tools that help our organizations perform better. But there is a particular educational tool that tends to fall under the radar of many healthcare organizations. Every year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) releases the Program for Evaluating Payment Patterns Electronic Report (PEPPER). The PEPPER gives your organization a snapshot of your case mix, coding, and billing practices and compares you to other providers in the nation, Medicare Administrative Contra

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 6, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Subhro Mallik, SVP and head of life sciences business unit, Infosys One in five Americans suffers from chronic pain. Apart from disrupting lives, chronic pain costs the U.S. about $300 billion in productivity every […]. The article Chronic Pain: Digital interventions Enable Care Providers To Stay In Touch with Patients appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 2, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Across the United States, hospitals and medical practices serve diverse patients with a wide range of medical conditions. These medical facilities depend on skilled Registered Nurses to provide quality patient care. Regardless of the setting, […].

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ken Perez, vice president of healthcare policy and government affairs, Omnicell, Inc. Although it took eight days for most of the dust to settle after the 2022 midterm elections, it is now clear that […]. The article The 2022 Midterms: Implications for 2023-2024 and Health Policy appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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