Medical Economics

AUGUST 5, 2025

Value-based care models prioritize patient outcomes, transparency, and collaboration, fostering trust and improving healthcare experiences. Innovations like virtual visits and AI technologies enhance patient engagement, communication, and proactive care, strengthening trust.

Patient Safety

We Care Online

OCTOBER 31, 2024

From patient safety to avoiding medical errors, you have to be efficient in all aspects of efficiency. To ensure quality, many people wonder how to keep patients safe in hospitals. According to the World Health Organization, medical errors or inefficient staff harm thousands of patients annually.

Hospital

Medical Economics

JULY 31, 2025

Fact checked by: Todd Shryock Key Takeaways Prior authorizations often obstruct patient care, prioritizing cost-cutting over appropriate treatment, leading to frustration and resource diversion.

Insurance

Relias

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Events like power outages or fires can jeopardize patient safety, especially in critical care areas. Every hospital should have a comprehensive disaster response plan that includes communication protocols, patient evacuation procedures, and contingency plans for service continuity.

Hospital

CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

RELATED ARTICLE: How Automation is Revolutionizing Medical Claims Processing Accuracy What is Automation in Healthcare? Applications of automation span everything from medical billing and administrative processes to enhancing patient care through clinical decision support and real-time analytics.

Billing

Physicians Practice

JUNE 9, 2025

Reynolds Fact checked by Chris Mazzolini Feature Article Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts. Reynolds Fact checked by Chris Mazzolini Feature Article Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts. Recent Videos Related Content Practice tip of the week: Leading a medical practice Keith A.

Billing

Medical Economics

JULY 25, 2025

They listed proponents: Jacobs Institute of Women's Health, MedShadow, National Center for Health Research, Our Bodies Ourselves, TMJ Association, USA Patient Network, Washington Alliance for Patient Safety, and WoodyMatters. It was unclear whether the legislation might spur bipartisan support. Kennedy, Jr.,

Billing

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JUNE 16, 2025

Care team dissatisfaction: Inefficient medical devices and processes, coupled with a lack of transparent access to patient information, lead to frustration and stress among care teams. Nobody is happy when care providers have to deal with inefficiencies, hindering their ability to perform their jobs effectively.

Patient Care

Medical Economics

JUNE 24, 2025

Reynolds Key Takeaways Novo Nordisk terminated its collaboration with Hims & Hers due to deceptive marketing and illegal compounding of semaglutide, citing patient safety concerns.

Triage

Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Instead, it will increase their financial losses due to increased sentinel events and a decrease in Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores due to poor patient outcomes. Impact on Patient Care The consequences of laying off seasoned nurses can have a negative impact on patient care.

Patient Care

Sensible Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

The parallels to universal precautions, the balance of comfort, communication, and patient safety, and the issues of power in the doctor patient relationship keeps me coming back to the issue. When Dr. Sarkisian emailed me about a recent experience, I asked if she would expand her thoughts to an article.

Patient Safety

Scrubs

JANUARY 31, 2023

“Within days of learning of this nationwide scheme, we removed three nurses from patient care at the Atlanta VA Medical Center,” VA Press Secretary Terrence Hayes told a local news outlet. “Their removal is very unfortunate but patient safety is and must be our primary responsibility at VA.”

Patient Safety

Scrubs

MARCH 30, 2023

Nurses have been organizing to get federal lawmakers to pass a bill that would set minimum nurse-patient ratios for every department in every hospital in the country. The bill, known as The Nurse Staffing Standards for Hospital Patient Safety and Quality Care Act, was authored by Sen.

Billing

Scrubs

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Not only are they facing the loss of pay, but they also risk losing healthcare benefits— a significant blow for many who have dedicated themselves to patient care. The emotional toll on the nurses is compounded by their concern for the quality of patient care in their absence.

Hospital

Scrubs

MARCH 15, 2023

The union alleges that management is keeping patients in hallways and other areas that aren’t meant for patient beds. And the nurses said they “are deeply concerned about eroding patient care conditions and the lack of patient privacy and dignity.” This makes it difficult to navigate the facility.

Discharges

Relias

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

These attributes (and others) can translate to greater improvements in patient safety. Transformational leadership is especially effective in health care because it emphasizes teamwork and everyone’s ability to step up as a leader when needed. What is transformational leadership?

Patient Safety

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 11, 2024

Dental Assistants play a crucial role in maintaining infection control and patient safety within dental practices. They are responsible for ensuring that the dental office adheres to strict protocols and standards to minimize the risk of infection and protect the well-being of both patients and staff.

Patient Safety

EvidenceCare

MAY 8, 2024

The following article is a summary of some of the key points of this episode. Careful consideration is essential to ensure AI benefits, not hinders, patient care. We can start by actively engaging clinicians, demonstrating value on a small scale, and showcasing its impact on better patient care.

Patient Care

Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

As the true lifeblood of healthcare delivery, nurses are central to patient care, from long-term and public health to acute care and home health. Decreased graduation rates translate to a shrinking nursing workforce, staffing shortages, nurses working under stress, and the potential for compromised patient safety and outcomes.

Acute Care

EvidenceCare

MAY 29, 2024

Stacey Johnston, VP and Chief Applications Officer at Baptist Health, for an episode of The Better Care Podcast to discuss the key factors that contributed to their success, the challenges faced, and their innovative approach to post-implementation optimization and future-focused initiatives. Some quotes have been slightly edited for brevity.

Collaboration

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 11, 2024

With the responsibility of dispensing medications safely and accurately, Pharmacy Technicians must master these concepts to ensure optimal patient care. In this article, we will delve into the importance of mastering drug classifications and recognizing drug interactions in a Pharmacy Technician’s career.

Patient Safety

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 14, 2024

In today’s rapidly-evolving health care landscape, the scope of a Pharmacy Technician’s duties has expanded to encompass various aspects of medication management and patient care, making their contributions more crucial than ever.

Customer Service

Relias

MARCH 18, 2025

Ensuring a hospitals readiness for severe winter weather is critical to maintaining patient care and staff safety. Provide staffing and housing arrangements Severe winter weather can make commuting impossible, yet staffing is critical to sustain operations and patient care, and even more so during emergencies.

Hospital

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 19, 2024

These skilled professionals work in various healthcare settings, such as pharmacies, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, assisting pharmacists in dispensing medication and providing essential support to patients. Let’s delve into some of these crucial tasks.

Patient Safety

Relias

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This article will explore key IHS funding sources and grant opportunities that agencies can leverage. Understanding available funding opportunities can help tribal healthcare leaders sustain and expand their programs by enabling improvements in access, infrastructure, and healthcare services.

Billing

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 27, 2024

At Northwest Suburban College, we prepare future dental assistants to manage these important tasks with skill and care. In this article, we will delve into the core tasks that make up a dental assistant’s day. The cleanliness and organization of this space are crucial for patient safety and the efficiency of dental procedures.

Sterilization

Northwest Suburban College

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Dental Assistants are indispensable members of the dental care team, playing a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of dental practices and the delivery of quality patient care.

Sterilization

Health Prime

JULY 13, 2023

According to a 2021 FPM Journal article , as healthcare costs spiral higher, more payers are looking to replace the fee-for-service (FFS) system with value-based payment models focused on quality (rather than quantity) care. Gone are the days when the number of patient visits determined a physician’s success.

Patient Centered Care

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 21, 2024

In this article, we will discuss the importance of EHR training for Medical Assistants, how our Medical Assistant program at Northwest Suburban College incorporates this essential component into the curriculum, and the benefits EHR proficiency brings to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 26, 2024

Aspiring healthcare professionals seeking rewarding and fulfilling careers with a direct impact on patient care should consider becoming Pharmacy Technicians. Pharmacy Technicians contribute to a better quality of life for countless patients, and their demand continues to grow as the healthcare industry expands.

Huddles/Rounds

Medical Advantage

JULY 17, 2024

This article will answer the question: What is an EMR system? Definition and Purpose of EMRs EMRs contain essential patient information, such as demographics, diagnoses, clinical notes, medications, lab results, immunization records, and allergy information.

EHR / EMR

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

These versatile professionals work across various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and private practices, performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks that contribute to successful patient outcomes and efficient practice operations.

Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 19, 2024

We are often the first point of contact for patients when they arrive at the clinic or hospital. Our role involves a mix of clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring that the healthcare facility operates smoothly while providing excellent patient care. Our day typically starts with preparing patients for medical exams.

Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

Among various healthcare professions, becoming a Pharmacy Technician is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in patients’ lives. In this article, we will unravel the world of pharmacy technicians, discuss their key responsibilities, and explore the benefits of pursuing this rewarding career path.

Long Term Care

Relias

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this article, we’ll look at how the behavioral interview technique can provide deeper insights to better inform your hiring decisions. Tell me about a time when you had to make a quick decision about patient care. Patient safety-mindedness A nurse candidate’s first concern should be patient safety.

Critical Thinking

Relias

JANUARY 9, 2024

More and more healthcare professionals are turning to microlearning as a way to balance it all. What is microlearning? Microlearning is an educational approach that breaks up learning content into small chunks.

Acute Care

Relias

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Taking a disciplined approach to incorporate interventions aligned to support patient safety as a core value is imperative, especially during a pandemic. A healthcare organization’s journey to excellence can foster innovation and identify new design approaches that support safer patient care.

Patient Safety