Legal Eye on Medical Assisting
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
I recently received the following question from an Indiana medical assistant: I am looking into getting my surgical technologist degree, but I am wondering if I can use my medical assisting degree in the [operating room]. I have read some articles, but I am not seeing where it states yes or no.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Here are my best survival tips for a hospitalization, based on my years of experience as a physician, patient advocate, and caregiver.
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Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
As the year draws to a close, many of us find ourselves in a whirlwind of activities—family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and the hustle and bustle of the season. For nurses, this time of year can be particularly overwhelming. The demands of patient care, the emotional weight of your responsibilities, and the added pressures of the holidays can leave even the most resilient among us feeling a bit stressed.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
A Texas federal judge has sided with UnitedHealthcare in determining regulators messed up calculating its Medicare Advantage quality scores for next year. The decision could have big implications for similar pending cases.
Practice Index
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Primary care is facing another storm on the horizon with significant numbers of Practice Managers on the verge of leaving – many citing deep dissatisfaction with their job, low morale and burnout. All of the roughly 9,000-strong workforce of Practice Managers in the UK know how challenging the job can be, despite its obvious rewards of being part of a team that helps to provide good healthcare for patients.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 24, 2024
The bird flu virus has been detected in raw milk for sale in California. No infections have been reported yet and the product has been recalled by the retailer.
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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Twenty-three percent of working-age adults with health insurance face high out-of-pocket costs that make it difficult to afford care, according to a survey by the Commonwealth Fund.
Science Based Medicine
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Dr. Zubin Damania praised and promoted RFK Jr.-loving doctors. We criticized these doctors and corrected their factual errors. See the difference? The post ZDoggMD on RFK Jr.’s Rise: “I’m Talking About Like These Science Based Medicine Guys” first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Here are affordable ways to reduce the plastic you consume while shopping and eating, enjoying a healthier lifestyle that’s better for both you and the environment.
Medical Economics
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The Personal Consumption Expenditures price index increased 0.2% in the month of October.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Insurers could save 20% in administrative costs and 10% in medical costs by harnessing the technology, experts said during a panel hosted by Healthcare Dive last week.
Science Based Medicine
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
If you associate yourself with Sensible Medicine, you are anti-vaccine no matter how you describe yourself. The post Any Doctor Who Enabled RFK Jr. In Any Way Is Anti-Vaccine No Matter How They Describe Themselves first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Using artificial intelligence, researchers at Stanford now have uncovered complex variants throughout the human genome that may contribute to psychiatric disorders.
Performance Health
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Despite considerable advances in patient safety , healthcare systems still face significant challenges in achieving “ zero harm ”—a commitment to eradicate preventable harm that affects approximately 400,000 hospitalized patients every year. Achieving zero harm , however, requires more than just following existing protocols. It calls for a transformation in culture, leadership, and innovation.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
A prolific medical research and author, Martin Makary criticized the FDA and CDC for their decision-making during the pandemic, although he describes himself as pro-vaccine.
99MGMT
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Running a medical practice involves more than providing excellent patient care – it requires managing the expenses that keep daily operations running smoothly.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 24, 2024
This Native American History Month and beyond, give your cognitive health and bookshelf some love with the following titles by Indigenous authors and collaborators.
Performance Health
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
A patient safety checklist is a powerful tool that transforms healthcare workflows, helping care teams consistently meet safety standards and improve outcomes. By using a checklist in hospital settings, teams can standardize practices, identify risks, and ensure that critical safety measures are never overlooked.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The HHS’ Office for Civil Rights’ audit program was too narrow in scope to effectively assess data protections and reduce cyber risks in the healthcare sector, according to the report.
Medical Economics
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Mental health treatment access is low while cost is high. Here’s what to know about digital solutions.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan concluded with a $300 billion climate finance package, but the health impacts of climate change captured renewed attention, too.
Mobius MD
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The Triple Aim of healthcare refers to three goals: enhancing the patient experience, improving population health, and reducing costs. However, in the past decade, physicians and healthcare leaders have realized that we can only accomplish the Triple Aim if the care team also thrives at work. As a result, the Quadruple Aim of healthcare is a holistic approach to health systems improvement that focuses on provider wellbeing.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Union Health said it would submit a new Certificate of Public Advantage application to try to acquire Terre Haute Regional Hospital.
Medical Economics
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
On behalf of Patients for Safer Nuclear Medicine, we object to the content of Cathy Sue Cutler’s column dismissing efforts to improve nuclear medicine safety and transparency.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
In Joensuu, a city in Eastern Finland often described as the ‘Forest Capital of Europe,’ the largest torrefaction factory on the continent is nearing completion.
MedQuest College
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
For many aspiring healthcare professionals, choosing a career path in nursing is an exciting first step toward making a difference in people’s lives. Within the nursing field, there are various roles, from Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to Registered Nurse (RN), and each has its distinct education and job responsibilities. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) career stands out as a flexible, cost-effective, and rewarding pathway into nursing, making it an ideal choice for aspiring nurses.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Some lawmakers are concerned the facilities may close absent a deal.
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
In our home, we’re feeling very grateful for our healthy lives and work-flows right now, being very mindful about seeing blessings around me and within me… So I’m sharing the love (or “scaling the love” as I recently coined at OSF’s Digital Health Symposium !) to honor American Thanksgiving 2024 here in Health Populi pointing out several sources highlighting the evidence on gratitude and health… underpinned with love, the ultimate driver of health and we
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The demand for personalized health insights through wearable devices has never been higher.
Medical Economics
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Here are five key ways communication technology is enhancing health care in rural and underserved communities.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Sanofi plans to phase in its own rebate model for 25 drugs — including anti-inflammatory injectable Dupixent, one of the top 10 drugs in global sales — early next year. It’s unclear how regulators will react.
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