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The Evolution of a Patient Ambassador – Learning from Stacy Hurt

Health Populi

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. And that involvement in social media is intimately woven with Stacy’s patient advocacy journey….for

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6 Ways ER and Urgent Care Nurses Can Bridge the Gap for Uninsured Patients

Scrubs

By participating in hospital committees or local healthcare councils, nurses can influence broader policy initiatives to improve access and reduce costs for uninsured patients. Advocacy also involves educating patients about their rights and the healthcare resources available, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.

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NP Designation Helps Nurses Shape Their Careers with More Choices

Minority Nurse

“The NP workforce is in a constant state of growth to keep up with the rising demands of the healthcare system,” says Paula Tucker, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-C, FAANP Clinical Associate Professor and Interim Director of the Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University. ” she says.

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Heart Health at #CES2019 – Food and Tech as Medicine

Health Populi

I’ve worn mine now for three months, and love the nudge I get every hour to get up and move (especially useful as a knowledge worker sitting at a desk for too many hours a day). The company’s first cleared DTx was for ReSET for substance use disorder, followed by ReSET-O for opioid use.

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Essential Qualities and Characteristics of a Good Nurse

Relias

By practicing empathy, nurses are more likely to treat their patients as individuals, focusing on a person-centered care approach rather than strictly following routines and guidelines. When patients are fortunate enough to encounter this characteristic in a good nurse, it makes for a far better care experience and healing journey.

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Ensuring Reimbursement Success: 6 Prior Authorization Tips for Oncology Providers

Myndshft Blog

The following tips can help you better navigate the labyrinth of prior authorizations, ensuring reimbursement success. Train the Team A well-trained team often stands as the dividing line between fast prior authorizations and exasperating hold-ups. and pharmacy benefits (oral medications, certain injectables, etc.).

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Mastering Prior Authorization Roles: Responsibilities and Training Demands Explored

ACMA Blog

This precision minimizes delays and denials in the authorization process, facilitating timely patient care and reducing administrative burdens. Prior Authorization Specialist: These specialists help with everything that goes into the prior authorization process, from submitting a claim to reviewing and following up.