MedQuest College
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Embarking on a career in medical assisting is a fantastic choice for those looking to make a positive impact in the healthcare field. Medical assistants play essential roles in both clinical and administrative settings, providing valuable support to doctors and caring for patients. We’ll walk you through the steps needed to get started, from education and certification to landing your first job.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
As a nurse for almost thirty years, I’ve spent time on the clinician’s side of the stethoscope and as a healthcare consumer. I’ve recently had the opportunity to spend a great deal of time as a patient, and from my perspective, the patient experience is often sadly lacking. Is this how it really needs to be? It’s Never Fun to be a Patient No one expects the experience of being a patient to be fun, but we have the right to hope that it’s as positive as possible; unfo
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We Care Online
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Emergency care nurses are essential to the healthcare system, stepping into action during urgent and life-threatening situations. This demanding profession blends skill, resilience, and dedication, requiring a diverse set of capabilities to effectively manage the unpredictability of emergency medicine. In this article, we will delve into the life of an emergency care nurse, exploring their daily responsibilities, the challenges they face, and the rewarding aspects of their role.
EvidenceCare
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Written by Carol Howard, VP of Clinical Strategy As Medicare Advantage (MA) continues to grow, hospitals have faced growing challenges in navigating complex policies, payer friction, and financial pressures. Recently, I interviewed industry experts who discussed these issues in depth during a live recording of The Better Care Podcast. The panel featured Jackie Kimmel , Senior Director of Strategy Catalyst for The Health Management Academy , Dr.
Speaker: Dr. Christine Gall, DrPH, MS, BSN, RN
The promise of virtual care is no longer theoretical and is now a critical solution to many of healthcare’s most urgent challenges. Yet many healthcare leaders remain unsure how to build a business case for investment and launching the right program at the right time can be the difference between value and failure. For organizations seeking a financially sound, clinically effective entry point, Virtual Patient Observation (VPO) offers a compelling case to lead with.
MedVA
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
HENDERSON, NV – November 2024 – MEDVA, a pioneering leader in healthcare virtual staffing solutions, has been awarded Healthcare Virtual Assistant Company of the Year 2024 by Healthcare Business Review (HBR). This recognition underscores MEDVA’s transformative impact on healthcare efficiency, affordability, and quality of care, as it empowers medical practices across the United States to address staffing challenges with virtual assistants (VAs) who deliver essential support for operational ta
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Unitek College
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Exploring Diverse Opportunities in the Field. Medical Assistants play a crucial role in the healthcare industry. They act as the backbone of medical practices and ensure that both clinical and administrative tasks are executed seamlessly. These professionals are versatile and indispensable, bridging the gap between healthcare providers, patients, and the healthcare system itself.
Practice Index
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
You’ll have seen in the press lately a lot of attention being paid to the National Insurance and National Living Wage increases being introduced from April 2025. GP surgeries are particularly concerned about this as there has been no confirmation of increases to our funding to support these rising costs. The Government and Treasury have confirmed we are not “NHS bodies”; we are private companies.
Health Prime
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The patient’s first point of contact with your practice is in the check-in process. This first encounter sets the tone for their entire health experience. Sometimes, this process does not go as smoothly as planned. If it happens, errors or inefficiencies can lead to multiple problems, affecting patient satisfaction and your practice’s overall efficiency and financial health.
We Care Online
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Language disorders in children are a significant concern for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals alike. These disorders can affect a child’s ability to communicate effectively, impacting their social interactions, academic performance, and overall development. This article will analyze language disorders in children, exploring their types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and available interventions.
The Healthcare Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Tatiana Fofanova is the CEO of Koda Health. She is dealing with one of the most difficult parts of health care. How do you get patients wishes in the case of end of life or other critical illness made in advance and delivered to medical professionals? Koda Health has not only figured out how to get this option to patients but also include the responses into Epic and other EMRs so that clinicians can see advanced directives and much more.
Practice Index
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
As Practice Managers, we’ve seen our fair share of challenges. The decision by community pharmacies to cut opening hours and stop home deliveries in a protest over government funding is an additional worry, and leaving us to question how this will impact on our patients? Members of the National Pharmacy Association (NPA), which ran the ballot, have voted in favour of action that may see them: Not open beyond 40 hours a week, during evenings and at weekends Stop providing free home deliveries of
Health Prime
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The patient’s first point of contact with your practice is in the check-in process. This first encounter sets the tone for their entire health experience. Sometimes, this process does not go as smoothly as planned. If it happens, errors or inefficiencies can lead to multiple problems, affecting patient satisfaction and your practice’s overall efficiency and financial health.
Connect Care Bytes Blog
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The Alberta Netcare Portal will be unavailable from Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 20:00 to 04:00 on Friday, November 22, 2024 in order to accommodate system maintenance and a software upgrade. Connect Care will still be available, but Connect Care users will not be able to launch the Alberta Netcare Portal during this time. Users who are logged in during this time will be disconnected and will need to re-authenticate following the outage period.
We Care Online
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
To pursue a career as a massage therapist, the first step is enrolling in accredited massage therapy programs. These programs offer foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and various massage techniques, all essential for effective practice. A good program, like the one offered at Pacific College of Health and Science, provides both theoretical education and hands-on training, equipping students with the skills needed.
Practice Index
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Have you ever been asked the question, “How are you?” and instantly the words, “I’m fine” have come out of your mouth – even before you’ve registered that someone has asked you the question?! I have! It seems almost inbuilt to the male psyche that no matter what life throws at us, we deal with every situation in the same way: tough exterior, stoic. Heaven forbid that a tear should come anywhere near our eyes!
Northwest Career College
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly referred to as CPR, is a lifesaving action taken when a person’s heartbeat or breathing has stopped. It allows blood and oxygen to continue reaching the brain and other critical organs until emergency medical personnel arrive. Knowing this lifesaving talent is outstanding and easy for anyone to learn. Let’s consider what it is, why it is essential, and how it is performed.
Mobius MD
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare delivery. But how are physicians using AI in a daily clinical context? In a recent article, we explored seven applications of AI across the industry. We’ve also written about other AI topics, such as an introduction to generative AI for doctors , the accuracy of AI-generated clinical notes , patient perspectives on AI , the best AI medical scribes , and whether AI can reduce physician burnout.
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
“It’s the economy stupid,” Jennifer Tescher, CEO of the Financial Health Network, titles her latest column in Forbes. Published two weeks after the 2024 U.S. elections, Jennifer’s assertion sums up what, ex post facto , we know about what most inspired American voters at the polls in November 2024: the economy, economics, inflation, the costs of daily living… pick your noun, but it’s all about those Benjamins right now for mainstream American consumers across
Connect Care Bytes Blog
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care. Improvements to Exceptional Care Plan Tools Some patients suffer from chronic or recurring conditions that may present in settings where staff are unfamiliar with a patient's specific treatment requirements.
Sensible Medicine
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
OK, the title is click bait. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication. I you appreciate our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. I am a great believer in the healthy lifestyle. If Americans lived healthier lives, we would all be in a better place. There would be less obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. We would probably be treating fewer patients for depression, cancer, and addictions.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
American women are deprioritizing their healthcare needs. To help women reprioritize their healthcare needs, consider Don’t Wait Days or scripts to help support women.
Health Populi
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Patients “yearn” for personalized services and relationships in health care — optimistic that technology can help deliver on that hope — we learn in Healthcare’s Future: Balancing Progress and Perception , a health consumer survey report from Lavidge. Lavidge, a communications consultancy, polled U.S. patients’ attitudes about health care and technology in June 2024, publishing the report earlier this month.
Practice Index
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Independent review of Physician Associates announced The Government has commissioned an independent review of Physician Associates after doctors have shown increasing reluctance to employ them. Several medical associations, including the Royal College of GPs, have called for a halt to their recruitment, alleging that it is a role too easily confused with that of the doctor.
Connect Care Bytes Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Mixed-context providers (providers who work at AHS using Connect Care and in the community using another legal record of care) are able to receive results at multiple locations and by multiple methods including Connect Care In Basket, Fax, and eDelivery (electronic delivery direct to their EMR InBox). Delivery methods consider who (provider), where (location/address for each provider) and how (delivery method for each location/address).
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
After activist investor Quentin Koffey’s Politan Capital Management won a proxy battle at med tech company Masimo, the company’s new leadership is suing founder and ex-CEO Joe Kiani as well as shareholder RTW investments.
Electronic Health Reporter
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The pharmaceutical industry is constantly evolving, driven by advances in science, technology, and patient needs. One of the most prominent trends shaping this industry is the outsourcing of various stages of drug development. As companies […] The article Outsourcing In Drug Development: A Key Strategy for Sustainable Growth appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Medbridge
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The evidence is clear—Physical Therapy (PT) is an effective, safe, and versatile option for patients seeking care for musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions,1 regardless of whether that patient is seen in-clinic or digitally. However, that doesn’t mean that each care delivery model doesn’t come with trade-offs that affect the patient experience. When clinics offer only in-person care, […] The post How Pathways Enhances Hybrid Care to Bridge the Gap Between In-Person and Virtual-Only Care Models
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The three companies are claiming the FTC’s suit is unconstitutional because it was lodged in the agency’s administrative court, instead of a federal one.
Forbes Healthcare
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The CDC's HICPAC advisory committee seems intent on rolling back infection control precautions in healthcare settings, despite evidence that what they propose is wrong.
Medical Economics
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Most U.S. adults are in favor of mental health discussions during primary care visits, according to a recent survey.
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