Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 13, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Evan Steele, founder and CEO, rater8. As the year comes to a close, patients are racing against the calendar, not just to complete their holiday shopping, but also to schedule end-of-year medical appointments. For […] The article Unwrapping the Potential of Patient Feedback appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Emerging RN Leader

DECEMBER 8, 2024

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Some of the most troubling conversations I have with leaders today concern a growing number of nurses who seem to lack empathy. Caring for patients in a way that projects concern and empathy has always been a core value in nursing. Leaders see an increasing number of […] The post Teaching Nurses to Be More Empathetic appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Communication 145

Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 11, 2024

If Walgreens Boots Alliance follows through with a sale to private equity, the company might join other healthcare deals under scrutiny for selling out to such investors.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) Minority Fellowship Program (MFP ) at the American Nurses Association is excited to announce that applications for its 2025-2026 Class of Fellows are now open! This esteemed program is dedicated to reducing health disparities and improving healthcare outcomes for racially and ethnically diverse populations.

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Medical Economics

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Physicians dont need more data they need smarter data.

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Patient Care 109

KevinMD.com

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Among men, even before COVID-19, the popularity of testosterone therapy since 2000 likely outpaced the clinical need. There have been a number of proposed reasons for this, such as increased direct-to-consumer marketing for low testosterone treatments and the rise of clinics based around testosterone prescribing hidden under the guise of “men’s health.” Much of this Read more The testosterone surge: Are men chasing solutions or creating new risks?

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

DECEMBER 13, 2024

In a rare move, the U.S. agency behind Medicare is warning Medicare Advantage providers they can’t have blanket policies that deny coverage of Qalsody because it’s “experimental and investigational.

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Medical Economics

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Study found that AI is seeing patterns in data and jumping to conclusions

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Physicians Practice

DECEMBER 11, 2024

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

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Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Sachin H. Jain sounds the alarm on a trend eroding the US healthcare quality: centralization of administration functions away from the doctors offices where patients receive care.

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Practice Index

DECEMBER 12, 2024

You might recall seeing a few articles in the mediaabout a push to get Practice Managers regulated in a similar way to doctors. They state that a government proposal suggests measures that aim to increase accountability of NHS managers and leaders and set clear and consistent professional standards. Well, hold the press, guys; the Institute of General Practice Management is already doing this!

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Certification 98

Medical Economics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

MedPAC starts deliberations on 2026 reimbursement recommendation to Congress.

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Open Dental

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This post will guide you through the steps to wrap up 2024 and get you set up and ready for a great start in 2025. The post Wrapping up 2024 and Getting a Great Start on 2025 appeared first on Open Dental Blog.

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Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Health insurers use AI to approve or deny claims. Now patients are getting access to AI-driven tools to fight back.

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Performance Health

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Safety huddles are a key tool for healthcare organizations to reduce patient harm, ensure accurate, consistent communication between staff, and promote patient and employee safety. Safety huddles can be defined as routine, brief meetings, usually at the beginning of the workday, comprised of staff from varying disciplines.

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Medical Economics

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A report in The Annals of Family Medicine looked to uncover whether direct primary care practices are represented in health professional shortage areas.

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Physicians Practice

DECEMBER 12, 2024

While the public rages at payers, it's important not to forget Congress' role in the current state of health care.

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Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Given the growing discussion and movement around techs role in the youth mental health crisis, should schools and parents really be concerned?

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. In healthcare, data breaches and cyber threats can disrupt patient care, compromise sensitive information, and even lead to financial losses. A strong cyber resilience plan isnt just about preventing attacks; its about preparing, responding, and […] The article How To Implement a Healthcare Cyber Resilience Plan appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Patient Care 91

Medical Economics

DECEMBER 9, 2024

PBMs are powerful middlemen that control prescription drug access for millions of Americans, and their business model is nefarious -- but currently legal.

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Physicians Practice

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Staffing shortages are impacting patient care, straining doctors, nurses, technicians, and other essential staff.

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Patient Care 95

Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The evidence is mounting that social media companies have known all along that too much time on their platforms harms the mental health of kids and teens.

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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Daniel Trivellato, vice president of healthcare and cyber risk solutions, Forescout. A recent honeypot study revealed that every 20 seconds, somewhere in the world, a cybercriminal targets a medical imaging device. In the time […] The article Medical Devices are Attacked Every 20 Seconds: Here Is How to Protect Them appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Medication 91

Medical Economics

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Congress has just weeks to prevent a health care disaster.

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We Care Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As a Medication Aide, you play a crucial role in ensuring that residents and patients receive the right medications safely and effectively. Staying up-to-date with the latest practices, regulations, and medication management techniques is essential to providing the highest quality of care. Thats why were excited to introduce our Medication Aide Update classdesigned to help you refresh your knowledge, stay compliant, and continue making a positive impact in your role.

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Medication Best Practices Patient Safety Documentation 71

Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The profits of UnitedHealthcare that soared during the pandemic have tempered as medical costs rise from a pent up demand from Americans needing care.

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Medication 116

Science Based Medicine

DECEMBER 13, 2024

We don't need "spirited debate" about RFK Jr. We've been trying to warn you about him for years. It's not our fault that some people didn't listen. The post Anyone Who Supports Pro-RFK Jr. Doctors, Is Also Pro-RFK Jr. first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Medical Economics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Inadequate annual payments from Medicare have led to financial insecurity among physician-owned practices, putting patients access to care at risk.

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We Care Online

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Working in the medical field can be quite rewarding. If you enjoy helping people and making a difference in the world then this profession might be for you. You may have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to work for yourself. In this case, you may decide to open up your own medical practice or clinic. You must be able to attract and keep patients and be able to properly diagnose and treat those who choose to visit your clinic.

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Forbes Healthcare

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Walgreens Boots Alliance is considering a sale to private equity firm Sycamore Partners, according to a new report.

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The Healthcare Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By TREVOR VAN MIERLO In 2021, digital mental health and substance use startups attracted a record-breaking $5.1 billion in funding. Despite the surge, the promise of scalable, transformative digital health platforms remains unfulfilled. Following the surge, investment plummeted. Unlike other industries that have been revolutionized by digital-first solutions, digital health struggles with models that fail to address cost, complexity, and access.

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