Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Three recent events tell us that US healthcare is doomed. First, health care premiums have risen to new heights. Second, Medicare has agreed to pay for GRAIL cancer screening as part of coverage with evidence development and third, many doctors protested Cigna’s denial of coverage for a double lung transplant for stage IV lung cancer, leading the insurer to agree to cover it.
Legal Eye on Medical Assisting
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
I recently received the following question: I have been reading and hearing conflicting information about whether California law requires medical assistants to be certified or licensed. Can you please clarify the California law for me? California medical assisting law can seem confusing. However, I am happy to explain it in understandable terms.
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Scrubs
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Are you a practicing nurse? It’s a rewarding career, even with the associated stress and vicarious trauma you can experience. You get to care for people at their most vulnerable – when they’re recovering from surgery, in palliative care, or otherwise are ill or unwell. Nurses have excellent job security, a decent wage, good workplace benefits, and are also well-respected roles in the broader community.
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
“Do personal health trackers belong in the doctor’s office?” Software Advice wondered. “Yes,” the company’s latest consumer survey found, details of which are discussed in a report published on their website. Unique to this study is the patient sample polled: Software Advice surveyed 876 patients in September 2023 to gauge their perspectives on wearable tech and health.
Emerging RN Leader
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Today’s Blog is a guest blog from Nelson Marquez, RN. Nelson Marquez is a dedicated nurse with eight years of experience in the field. He began his career in psychiatric nursing, developing a deep understanding of care in mental health. Drawn to the intensity of the operating room, Nelson transitioned to become an O.R. nurse, playing […] The post How Nurses View Their Work Today: 10 Key Factors Nurse Managers Need to Know appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
EvidenceCare
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Balancing traditional healthcare operations with innovation is a challenge that leaders are experiencing industry wide. Health systems have always focused on providing efficient care to patients in their facilities. However, the changing landscape requires leadership to prioritize innovation and technology to improve processes and enhance patient care.
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Legal Eye on Medical Assisting
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The United States Department of Education (USDE) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would impose new requirements on academic programs that “prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation,” which became final Oct. 31, 2023. This requirement encompasses allied health professions such as medical assisting.
Scrubs
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
For the last couple of weeks, the Israel-Hamas conflict has taken over the news cycle. Login to any of your social media platforms or switch on the television, and you’ll be bombarded with updates, images, videos, and opinions about the situation. Although it’s essential to stay informed about current events, consuming such information can be overwhelming and take a toll on your mental health.
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
To complement today’s sobering Health Populi post discussing Accenture’s 2024 Life Trends Study — an outlook for a decade of “deconstruction” based on technology and other trends in the ether — I share with you Amazon’s ad for this holiday season gift-giving motivation. The agency responsible for the campaign, Hungry Man and director Wayne McClammy, weave together a beautiful plotline of friendship, the Beatles’ In My Life, and a time-traveling ima
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Nurse practitioners have been valuable members of the healthcare ecosystem for decades. As providers with increasing practice autonomy, NPs fill significant healthcare delivery gaps. With a growing shortage of primary care physicians , the need for NPs could not be more dire. When NPs approach patient care innovatively, everyone benefits from their creativity.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of COVID-19 regulations, Texas has taken a unique stance with Senate Bill 7, which was signed into law by Texas Governor Greg Abbott on November 10, 2023. This legislation specifically addresses COVID-19 vaccination mandates in the private sector, introducing a series of measures aimed at protecting employees’ rights while balancing public health concerns.
Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Many doctors believe that closing the left atrial appendage (with a device) will help reduce stroke and bleeding. The idea behind stroke reduction is that occluding the appendage takes away a common area where clots form. The reason for less bleeding is that patients with proper occlusion can often be taken off anticoagulant drugs. These are nice ideas.
Electronic Health Reporter
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Dr. Benjamin Barlow, chief medical officer, Experity. As we evaluate the healthcare landscape following the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly the urgent care (UC) industry, facilities have undergone significant transformation. Patient behaviors and economic factors have […] The article Redefining Benchmarks and Expectations In Urgent Care: A Data-Driven Approach appeared first on electronic
Scrubs
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
If you or someone you know is juggling mental health issues alongside substance abuse, understanding these treatment options is crucial. Dual diagnosis isn’t just about addressing addiction. It’s also about tackling the underlying mental health challenges often accompanying it. This guide will explore effective dual diagnosis treatment options, giving you the knowledge to start a journey toward recovery and well-being.
Emerging RN Leader
NOVEMBER 19, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN I often ask nurse leaders to talk about how they are flexing to meet the needs of their younger workforce. Recently, a nurse manager talked about how she has instilled gratitude into her conversations with staff. She observed – I did not use to do this. I […] The post Showing Gratitude appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) welcomed Stephen A. Ferrara , DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, as the organization’s new president, taking the reigns from former AANP President April Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN in late-June. Ferrara is a busy man, wearing many hats. He’s an actively practicing NP in New York and a member of the senior leadership team at Columbia University’s School of Nursing, serving as the associate dean of clinical affairs and assistant profes
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
“Businesses which have witnessed a rise in brand value…have all transcended their established category norms and play a more significant and meaningful role in society and consumers’ lives,” we learn in the Interbrand Best Global Brands 2023 report, subtitled, “How Iconic Brands Lead Across Arenas. Most brands stagnated or lost ground in terms of brand value in 2023, with average growth rate of 5.7% compared to 16% in 2022.
Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
I received a text message from a colleague last night during dinner that a trial we were part of, called OCEANIC AF , was being terminated early by the data safety monitoring board. This morning, the makers of asundexian had a press release up on its site. This is huge news in cardiology. But it is also worthy of a column here because we at Sensible Medicine are interested in how new therapies are tested.
Electronic Health Reporter
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Jackleen Samuel, president and CEO, Resilient Healthcare. The great challenge of the American healthcare system in the 21st century has been its accessibility. Hospitals are overrun with patients, doctors and nurses are bogged down […] The article Bridging the Healthcare Gap: Revolutionizing American Healthcare with Telehealth and Home-Based Medical Technologies appeared first on electron
Scrubs
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Our eyes are invaluable, serving as our windows to the world. The ability to see clearly profoundly impacts our daily lives, from appreciating breathtaking landscapes to performing everyday tasks with precision. As technology and medicine continually advance, so too do the possibilities for enhancing and restoring vision. In this article, we’ll embark on a journey to explore groundbreaking innovations in eye treatment lenses, shedding light on how they’re revolutionizing the way we p
Emerging RN Leader
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Charlie Munger is Warren Buffett’s lifelong friend and professional colleague. He is well known for his practical advice and life wisdom. Charlie has been quoted as saying the following: “The first rule of a happy life is low expectations. If you have unrealistic expectations, you will be […] The post Managing Staff Expectations appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 23, 2023
In the 21st century, everyone has a personal brand; if they don’t, they want one or are told they need one. From TikTok stars to athletes, the brand seems to be the thing. However, many of us — nurses and healthcare professionals included — have no idea what that means for us. As a nurse, do you need a brand? Do you already have one and don’t know it?
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
While health care has been slower than other industries to leverage digital transformation, COVID-19 accelerated change — revealing some key barriers blocking the potential for more fulsome transformation, the OECD explains in its latest version of Health At A Glance for 2023 with a detailed chapter on “digital health at a glance.” The OECD report assesses digital health maturity across 22 countries: in addition to the U.S., the report provides details digital health traits in
Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
For many doctors in academic medicine, publishing in peer reviewed journal is an important part of their careers. Fortunately, over the last 25 years, promotions criteria have matured so it is not quite publish or perish anymore. People can rise through the academic ranks as gifted clinicians, creative and effective educators, and talented administrators.
Electronic Health Reporter
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Nate MacLeitch, CEO, QuickBlox. As healthcare advances, so does the complexity of conditions and treatments. But as the global population lives longer, doctors’ time to translate increasingly complex clinical notes diminishes. According to the […] The article How AI Translates Complex Clinical Notes to Patient-Friendly Language appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Scrubs
NOVEMBER 25, 2023
Undoubtedly, one of the most demanding and challenging professions is nursing. Nurses work long hours in high-stress environments and are tasked with physically and emotionally demanding responsibilities. This can take a toll on their health, leading to various health problems. One of the most common health issues experienced by nurses is vision problems.
Emerging RN Leader
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN 2023 has been a challenging year, especially for frontline managers. Not surprisingly, we are seeing higher levels of burnout in this group. When we feel exhausted and burned out, the temptation is shut down emotionally and shut out sources of stress. This could include routine leader rounding. […] The post Why Nurse Leader Rounding Matters appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Earning an advanced degree offers nurses immediate career benefits, including skills and knowledge they’ll apply to their work long before graduation. But advanced degrees, including the designation as a nurse practitioner (NP), also offer study nuances that propel careers forward and present opportunities that weren’t available before. Nurses who pursue an NP with a master’s of nursing degree find, in particular, that the additional credential offers a level of autonomy leadin
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Radiology and radiologists play starring roles in our health care, with he core work flow of diagnostic imaging supporting prevention, disease detection, diagnosis, delivering and monitoring therapy, linking specialists to other providers in telehealth, and as a medium for teaching clinicians, patients and caregivers. As health care delivery continues to change and adapt to technological innovations, demographic shifts, and economic-social-political forces, so, too, are the roles of radiology an
Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
If you care about AF you will love this conversation. Soren has some interesting ideas about what AF is now vs what AF was in the past. Here are some links: The LOOP Study (which was non-significant). Effects of Atrial Fibrillation Screening According to N-Terminal Pro-B-Type Natriuretic Peptide: A Secondary Analysis of the Randomized LOOP Study Severity and Etiology of Incident Stroke in Patients Screened for Atrial Fibrillation vs Usual Care and the Impact of Prior Stroke: A Post Hoc Analysis
Electronic Health Reporter
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Cybersecurity plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of healthcare delivery, influencing various aspects of patient care, data management, and overall system functionality. As healthcare systems increasingly transition towards digital platforms, the impact of […] The article What You Need to Know About Cyber Security in the Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
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