Electronic Health Reporter
JUNE 20, 2022
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Healthcare is something that’s been around for a while, especially in the western world, but as with all things, digitalization is omnipresent and something that’s unavoidable. In this article, we’ll explore how digitalization is affecting […].
Health Populi
JUNE 8, 2022
“I am a health care executive who happens to be a patient, caregiver, and advocate,” Stacy Hurt explained to me in a Zoom chat we shared on 31 May. I asked her to meet with me to discuss her professional news update: being appointed Parexel’s first Patient Ambassador. My Zoom invitation to Stacy was a very convenient excuse for me to catch up with a friend in the field: we have known each other since Stacy started to grow her health-social media presence on Twitter.
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Minority Nurse
JUNE 28, 2022
Nurse-midwives and educators from three prominent research universities have teamed up to improve pregnancy outcomes in Black communities by providing specialized training for doulas, persons who support birthing mothers and families through the entire process of childbirth. The Alliance of Black Doulas for Black Mamas is led by Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Associate Professor Stephanie DeVane-Johnson , PhD, CNM, FACNM, Duke University School of Nursing Assistant Clinical Professor
Relias
JUNE 2, 2022
Workplace violence is an all-too-common problem in healthcare, and the recent shooting in a Tulsa, Oklahoma, hospital complex serves as the latest tragic example. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Labor, the rate of serious workplace violence incidents was, on average, more than four times higher in healthcare than in private industry between 2002 and 2013.
19 Labs
JUNE 29, 2022
We’re excited to share one of 19Labs’ highlights from June. A few days ago, we co-hosted a webinar with Echonous, the manufacturer of Kosmos, a handheld ultrasound that is one of the devices part of our GALE eClinics. We were joined by two experts, Dr Juan Carlos Ceron, the Telemedicine Coordinator at the Health’s Secretary of the state of Oaxaca (Mexico), and Dr Xochitl Leon Cruz, an obstetrics and gynecology specialist.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JUNE 28, 2022
On June 27, 2022, the United States Supreme Court, by a vote of 9-0, overturned the lower circuit courts’ rulings affirming the convictions of two physicians of the unlawful distribution of controlled substances. In Ruan v. United States (Case No. 20-1410), consolidated with Kahn v. United States (Case No. 21-5261), the Supreme Court was asked to determine whether a physician may be convicted of unlawful distribution of controlled substances under 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1) without regard to whether,
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Health Populi
JUNE 5, 2022
The good news about prescription drugs, in the context of medical spending in the U.S., is that 9 in 10 medicines prescribed are generics. They comprise only 3% of all U.S. healthcare spending. But there’s bad news about prescription drugs in the context of medical spending in America. U.S. Consumers Overpay for Generic Drugs , a new paper from the Leonard Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics asserts, with recommendations to address the intermediaries who benefit from the way
Minority Nurse
JUNE 22, 2022
In January 2009, the Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS) staged the grand opening of the Refugee Women’s Health Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona with Dr. Crista Johnson, MD, FACOG as the founding medical director. It is believed to be the only such clinic in the U.S. specializing in obstetrics and gynecology for refugee women from Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Relias
JUNE 22, 2022
Last month, I had the privilege of partnering with Relias to facilitate a webinar entitled: Co-Parenting Building Blocks To Promote Children’s Mental Health and Development. It was wonderful to have such great participation and audience engagement from those in attendance. After the webinar, there were a few questions in the chat that we did not have a chance to address during our discussion.
KevinMD.com
JUNE 18, 2022
An excerpt from A Caregiver’s Love Story. Dying and introspection happening at the same time were a dual reality that I found impossible to ignore when Bill was not doing well. As Bill’s poor prognosis and impending death began to reflect on our life, it was getting harder to … Read more… Dying is a selfish business originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JUNE 23, 2022
As the health care industry shifts from fee-for-service to value-based arrangements, providers are facing a lot of challenges. A provider’s relationship with payers is often strained by the new business model, and a provider’s ability to collaborate with payers has never been more important. On this episode of Value-Based Care Insights, host Daniel J.
Electronic Health Reporter
JUNE 21, 2022
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The healthcare industry plays an important role since it impacts people’s lives in various ways. As innovations continue to evolve, they have brought about significant changes in the quality of health services, particularly in delivering […].
Health Populi
JUNE 28, 2022
While inflation and financial stress is depressing consumer demand for many purchases the “legacy of COVID-19” is having lost-lasting impacts on how people see their homes — especially as sites for health and wellness. GfK highlights the growing interest in wellbeing and device demand in The State of Consumer Technology and Durables 2002 insights from GfK.
Minority Nurse
JUNE 24, 2022
Every June, the nation celebrates PRIDE Month and healthcare organizations can use the time to support and celebrate their LGBTQIA+ employees and patients. Whether you’re an LGBTQIA+ nurse, an ally, or someone who wants to learn more ways to offer support, this month encourages education, community, and celebration. Anthony Pho, PhD, MPH, ANP-C , is a Propel postdoctoral scholar for The PRIDE Study at the Stanford University School of Medicine , and says nurses have the power to ask thei
Relias
JUNE 29, 2022
Training programs are one of the most effective ways to retain staff members and help them grow within your organization. But not all training programs are created equal. To effectively train your staff members, you need learning content that utilizes adult learning theory. Our brains function differently as we age. Tailoring your training to adult learning styles will provide greater motivation for your staff to learn and drive better results for your organization.
Bell-Brown Medical Institute
JUNE 15, 2022
After working in the healthcare industry for a little while, you might wonder what time management is. Time Management! As if I could crack open nuts with it! Moreover, answering calls here and there is not a big deal, right? Wrong. It is one of those tasks that take up more than they seem because every second counts when we are running toward deadlines or emergencies all over town, even though our days are not long at first glance.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JUNE 22, 2022
When confronted with a complaint, allegation or event that implicates a potential Medicare overpayment, hospices have an affirmative duty under the federal 60-day repayment rule to conduct an investigation and refund any overpayment. In this episode, Husch Blackwell’s Meg Pekarske and Andrew Brenton share tips and tools for conducting internal investigations and determining when an issue implicates payment.
Electronic Health Reporter
JUNE 21, 2022
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The healthcare industry utilizes many technologies to offer a more streamlined service to its patients. Most healthcare providers have shifted to digital means in providing the much-needed medical assistance to whoever needs it. So, a […]. The article 4 Benefits of Managed IT Services In Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Health Populi
JUNE 16, 2022
Consumers continued to invest in and use several technologies that supported self-care at home in 2021, with plans to purchase connected health devices, sports and fitness equipment in the next year. But these purchases will be made with greater attention to budget and value consumer mindsets firmly focused on (and stressed by) inflation. The 24th Annual Technology Ownership & Market Potential Study from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) tells us that Americans in 2022 will have to m
Minority Nurse
JUNE 20, 2022
Nurses are in high demand across all health care settings right now, and health care recruiters are an excellent resource to help nurses find the best job. With excess strain on resources from the pandemic and nurses leaving the profession from retirement or burn out, many organizations are anxious to fill empty positions. A health care recruiter can be the link that connects qualified nurses with the right opportunity.
Relias
JUNE 23, 2022
The need for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in healthcare is not new, but DEI is still a new focus for many healthcare organizations. As you move forward with DEI efforts, thinking about the potential challenges to success is important. Let’s explore ways to overcome barriers to DEI in your organization. In a 2021 Relias survey of 1,310 healthcare and public safety professionals, only 62% of respondents said that their organization participates in diversity, equity, and inclusion
Doximity
JUNE 14, 2022
As the COVID-19 pandemic reshapes the landscape of US healthcare, pharmacists are increasingly sharing the burden of remote patient care. Given their expanding clinical roles, it is critical for pharmacists to have access to the cutting-edge communication tools in use by other healthcare professionals—tools that improve patient access, workflow flexibility, and protect provider privacy in the process.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JUNE 8, 2022
Hospice Audit Series. Audits are a fact of life for hospices—it’s not a matter of “if” a hospice will be audited, but “when.” The alphabet soup of audits has expanded, from UPICs to SMRCs, CPIs, TPEs and more. With the hospice carve-in to Medicare Advantage, MAO audits will join the list. The recent pause in audits as a result of the COVID pandemic hints at increased activity as the pandemic wanes.
Electronic Health Reporter
JUNE 21, 2022
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Tal Klein, CMO, Relay Network. Whether they are receiving care for a chronic condition or a more immediate disease, patients undergoing treatment are financially, mentally, emotionally and physically maxed out. As a result, healthcare […]. The article Feeds Are the Keystone To Building Members for Life appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Health Populi
JUNE 27, 2022
Declines in preventive care services like cancer screenings and blood glucose testing concern employers, whose continued to cover health insurance for employees during the pandemic. “As we enter the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers continue to battle escalating clinical issues, including delayed care for chronic conditions, postponed preventive screenings, and the exponential increase in demand for behavioral health services,” the Chief Medical Officer for Castlight Hea
Minority Nurse
JUNE 7, 2022
Health care recruiters, honored today with National Health Care Recruiter Recognition Day, are often a piece of a complex puzzle in health care staffing. But did you know a role as a health care recruiter is often a great move for a nurse looking for other nursing career options? Theresa Mazzaro, RN, CHCR, RACR, and senior talent acquisition specialist with Johns Hopkins Healthcare LLC , is president of the National Association for Health Care Recruitment and says the career is a great move for
KevinMD.com
JUNE 5, 2022
“The email on your account was changed. If you didn’t change your email address, you can secure your account here.” I saw this email from Instagram and immediately had a sinking feeling in my stomach. I clicked the link, but it was too late. My Instagram account was hacked, and I lost access to everything. Read more… What I learned after being hacked on social media originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Walker Info - Patient Experience
JUNE 1, 2022
The job of a customer experience (CX) professional can be described as mastering the art of “sensing” and “seizing.” The sensing part of the equation is the gathering of information to gain a deeper understanding of the customer. Among other things, sensing reveals customers’ concerns, their needs, and where opportunities and risks lie within the customer relationship.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
JUNE 3, 2022
We are pleased to share that the 2022 Chambers USA guide published and the Healthcare team achieved outstanding results. We earned Band 1 recognition in Missouri and Texas , and Band 2 Nationwide ! Our healthcare lawyers ranked across practice areas include: Corporate M&A. Kirstin Salzman. Healthcare. Illinois: Pat Coffey. Missouri: Sarah Hellmann , Cori Turner , Harvey Tettlebaum and Curt Chase.
Electronic Health Reporter
JUNE 15, 2022
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. In recent years, the global healthcare industry has been under heavy attack by cybercriminals. The sector stands in fourth place among the most targeted industries, and one-fifth of its spending is dedicated to cybersecurity. The […]. The article Cyberattacks Threaten Patients’ Lives In Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Health Populi
JUNE 20, 2022
When high-deductible health plans became part of health insurance design in America, they were lauded as giving patients “more skin in the game” of health care payments. The theory behind consumer-directed care was that patients-as-consumers would shop around for care, morph into rational consumers of medical services just as they would do purchasing autos or washing machines, and shift the cost-curve of American health care ever downward.
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