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Navigating Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine [Episode 601]

Accepted Blog

Show Summary In the 601st episode of Admission Straight Talk, host Linda Abraham speaks with Dr. LeeAnna Muzquiz, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM). Show Notes Welcome to the 601st episode of Admission Straight Talk. Are you ready to apply to your dream medical schools?

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Health Insurers Take Major Accountability Step On Prior Authorization

Forbes Healthcare

Health insurers including Cigna, Aetna, Humana and Elevance Health are easing prior authorization, the process of insurers reviewing hospital admissions and medications.

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Prior Authorization Is Changing

EvidenceCare

Service Categories Affected by PA Advanced imaging (MRI, CT, PET) Elective surgeries (orthopedic and bariatric) Behavioral health (IOP, residential) Specialty biologics and infusions Cardiac diagnostics/tests DME (wheelchairs, CPAP machines) Inpatient admission from ED or observation What’s changing? Kennedy, Jr.

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Reducing Clinical Variation: A Practical Guide for Health System Leaders

EvidenceCare

Written by Dr. Brian Fengler, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer Clinical variation remains one of the most under-appreciated drivers of inefficiency and cost in healthcare. It can lead to unnecessary tests, treatments, admissions, and extended hospital stays , all of which inflate costs and introduce potential harm to patients.

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Navigating Medicare Advantage: Strategies for Hospitals to Tackle Growing Challenges

EvidenceCare

The panel featured Jackie Kimmel , Senior Director of Strategy Catalyst for The Health Management Academy , Dr. Adam Fall , Corporate Medical Director of Utilization Management at Erlanger , and Dr. Jeny McNair , President and Chief Physician Advisor at Physician Advisory Services of Med-Metrix.

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HIPAA: Understanding Patient Confidentiality and How It Relates to Medical Assistants

Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants are required to abide by HIPAA laws to ensure proper confidentiality when collaborating with patients. Prism Career Institute provides a Medical Assistant program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Cherry Hill and West Atlantic City, New Jersey. What Is HIPAA?

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Exploring Good Caribbean Medical Schools for International Students

We Care Online

International students often pursue medical education through various routes, depending on their background, financial situation, and career goals. Caribbean medical schools have become a popular choice for international students, especially for those who are unable to get into US medical schools.