NHA Now

AUGUST 4, 2020

Patient care technicians provide hands-on assistance to patients, with their main job responsibilities including providing basic patient care and performing safety checks. Soft skills are especially important in healthcare roles with frequent patient interactions. It's also one of the most lacking.

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Electronic Health Reporter

MAY 21, 2019

The article Enhancing Patient Care With Virtual Care Services appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Research shows that six out of 10 adults have a chronic disease being treated, and 60 percent of those adults have more than one healthcare institution treating them. This number may grow, as […].

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EvidenceCare

MARCH 11, 2024

These measures play a fundamental role in hospital management, financial planning, and patient care optimization. By understanding and leveraging GMLOS and ALOS, hospital executives can improve operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

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Practice Builders

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The calculation of patient satisfaction involves gathering feedback from patients and gauging their perceptions and feelings about their healthcare experience. Patient experience surveys serve as a valuable tool to collect this information, providing insights into the overall satisfaction levels of patients.

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Guideway Care

JUNE 18, 2024

The ever-changing landscape of healthcare requires optimum patient satisfaction for service providers to achieve success. government’s Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality to shape how physicians approach patient care. The post A New Health Standard: HCAHPS Scores for Physicians appeared first on Guideway Care.

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MedQuest College

JULY 19, 2024

In dental care, technical expertise is essential, but equally crucial is the ability to connect with patients on a personal level. Chairside manner, the way dental professionals interact with patients during appointments, plays a significant role in patient satisfaction and overall experience.

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Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Implementing effective practice policies and choosing the right tools can help maintain success and ensure high-quality patient care. An EHR system tailored to the needs of behavioral health practices can help streamline operations as well as enhance patient satisfaction.

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Patient Approved

MARCH 24, 2015

Recognizing the concerns, distress and suffering of patients and their families, and taking action to relieve them, can be difficult with hundreds of patients to see. That does not, however, decrease the important of compassion in patient care.

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Scrubs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Tackling the Mountain of Paperwork: The Plight of Healthcare Professionals Imagine a day in the life of a nurse: between patient care, administrative duties and the ongoing demands of documentation, there’s hardly a moment to breathe.

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Practice Builders

MARCH 28, 2024

This approach, driven by data, promotes a culture of ongoing improvement and prioritizing patient care in every decision. By carefully choosing the value-based care metrics and indicators to use, healthcare providers can improve patient outcomes without losing reputation, money, or time.

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Health Prime

APRIL 11, 2024

However, Practice Optimization takes a holistic approach, addressing operational efficiency, staff productivity, and patient satisfaction. It goes beyond financial considerations and includes workflow management, staff productivity, and patient engagement. Feel free to reach us at sales@hpiinc.com.

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Health Prime

JUNE 20, 2024

Staff shortages and high turnover rates in healthcare affect the quality and safety of healthcare services, disrupt the efficiency of healthcare facilities, and have far-reaching implications for patient care and financial stability. This cycle perpetuates the problem, as overworked staff are more likely to leave the profession.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 1, 2024

Patient Scheduling In recent years, patient scheduling has undergone significant changes due to technological advancements , evolving patient expectations, and the growing need for streamlined healthcare delivery. Patients can now request appointments anytime, anywhere, using their smartphones or computers.

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Practice Builders

APRIL 25, 2024

We’re here to give you practical advice on how to make patient appointment scheduling more efficient while also increasing patient satisfaction. Why is effective patient appointment scheduling important nowadays? Practices can increase patient satisfaction and build trust by cutting down on wait times.

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Valant

MAY 30, 2024

By understanding the pros and cons of each decision, practitioners can make the choices that allow them to focus on delivering quality patient care and setting their practice up for success. Effective HR practices support staff recruitment, training, and retention, cultivating a work environment conducive to high-quality patient care.

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EvidenceCare

MAY 8, 2024

Careful consideration is essential to ensure AI benefits, not hinders, patient care. We must be very thoughtful, and consider on behalf of the patients, is this going to do harm? We can start by actively engaging clinicians, demonstrating value on a small scale, and showcasing its impact on better patient care.

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Health Prime

JULY 25, 2024

Enhanced Patient Engagement and Trust: Proactively promoting screenings demonstrates a commitment to patient care and preventive medicine. Patients appreciate practices prioritizing their well-being and taking proactive steps to safeguard their health.

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Mobius MD

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Your employees want opportunities to improve, and even small changes to the patient visit workflow can eliminate unnecessary tasks and headaches for busy staff. In turn, workflow improvements and a happy team ensure patient satisfaction and excellent care. Streamline your patient visit workflow with these tips 1.

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Valant

MARCH 20, 2024

Efficient operations are the foundation of any successful behavioral health practice, with a thoughtful clinical workflow supporting quality patient care and sustainable practice growth. Eroding profitability hinders a practice’s ability to invest in growth or quality patient care.

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Northwest Suburban College

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Medical assistants are indispensable healthcare professionals who play a key role in providing quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of medical facilities. Time Management and Organization Medical assistants often juggle multiple tasks concurrently, from administrative responsibilities to direct patient care.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

AUGUST 8, 2024

They are often the unsung heroes of dental care, performing a wide range of duties that are essential for the efficient functioning of a dental practice. Their responsibilities extend beyond assisting dentists during procedures; they also manage administrative tasks, patient care, and ensure the office complies with health regulations.

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Northwest Career College

MARCH 18, 2024

New Technologies Healthcare workers must frequently interact with new technologies released to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Such knowledge can enhance the support you provide to the medical team and help you contribute to the delivery of superior patient care.

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Guideway Care

APRIL 2, 2024

Implications for Hospital Management Now that you know about HCAHPS patient experience surveys, it is vital to understand their implications for hospital management. The scores on these surveys determine quality and patient satisfaction. In addition, HCAHPS scores show strengths and pinpoint weaknesses in the care process.

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Walker Info - Patient Experience

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The patient experience centers around quality healthcare delivery using highly valued aspects of patient care. Focusing on all touchpoints along the care continuum helps influence patient perceptions and earns their loyalty for future healthcare needs. While seemingly similar, the two terms differ significantly.

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Guideway Care

APRIL 24, 2024

For instance, changing patient behavior and identifying barriers can be more effectively addressed when you know which segment a patient belongs to. Behavioral Patient Segmentation: A Closer Look Behavioral aspects play a significant role in patient care.

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Valant

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Clinical reporting is a critical tool for optimizing a practice’s operations, ultimately leading to improved patient care and outcomes. Patient satisfaction is shaped by the details as much as by the big picture. Efficient scheduling enhances patient satisfaction as well as resource allocation within the practice.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 27, 2024

Efficient practice management stands as a cornerstone of successful patient care and operational excellence. This consolidation leads to increased efficiency, allowing healthcare providers to focus more on patient care than administrative tasks.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

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. “Nurse Practitioners do what nurses do best — educate and listen to their patients,” states Dr. .

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 28, 2024

Today’s patients are digitally savvy and expect a seamless, personalized interaction with their healthcare providers. This shift in expectations has led to innovative patient engagement tools that improve patient care and foster stronger relationships between patients and providers.

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Top Practices

JUNE 27, 2023

To have a highly successful medical practice you need to design and implement efficient systems that streamline operations, improve quality patient care, staff environment, minimize conflict, and stress, and increase productivity and profit. Patient satisfaction is a result of excellent clinical care and great patient service.

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Guideway Care

AUGUST 22, 2023

The Role of Care Guidance : Guideway’s Care Guidance is a revolutionary approach that offers comprehensive support beyond traditional patient navigation. Breaking Down Barriers: The impact of non-clinical factors on patient outcomes, known as Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), cannot be ignored.

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Relias

JANUARY 8, 2024

One effective way is to earn high patient satisfaction scores that demonstrate value to customers seeking a trusted healthcare partner. But gaining patient trust isn’t the only benefit of high patient satisfaction scores. According to the program, hospitals with higher HCAHPS scores earn higher reimbursements.

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Guideway Care

APRIL 11, 2024

Patient navigators also provide emotional support, help with logistical challenges, and connect patients with social services, allowing patients to focus on treatment and recovery. They focus on the clinical aspects of patient care, including coordinating tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 8, 2024

Convenient online scheduling : athenaCommunicator allows patients to book appointments online 24/7. This can reduce the office staff’s call volume and improve patient satisfaction by providing an on-demand and easy-to-use scheduling system.

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CollaborateMD

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Patient feedback in healthcare provides valuable insights into the service provider’s performance. Understanding your patients’ experiences is crucial for driving service quality improvements. It also boosts patient satisfaction. You can also turn patient feedback into a powerful healthcare marketing tool.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 29, 2024

Patients and Quality of Care A diverse nursing workforce benefits both patients and healthcare workers alike. Yet, we also must be certain that diverse cohorts of talented and dedicated individuals can visualize an avenue to fulfill their educational and career goals, including at the doctoral level.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving behavioral healthcare field, nursing leaders are crucial in ensuring efficient operations, a supportive work environment for nurses, and providing quality patient care. Her leadership inspires current and future nurses to provide patients with the high-quality care they need and deserve.

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