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Digital transformation is essential to support younger patients’ mental health | ViewpointManaging the mental health and well-being of Gen Z should likely begin with a digital tool that offers age-appropriate content and activities that meet them where they are.
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Medicare policy proposal jeopardizes care for those on dialysis | ViewpointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ latest proposed rule regarding Medicare reimbursement for dialysis has missed an opportunity to support the kidney community.
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Amid primary care's decentralization, consistency is key for retail and virtual health | ViewpointRetail clinics and virtual care providers have an immense opportunity to position themselves as central care hubs, Chris Sullivan of Wolters Kluwer Health writes.
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Virtual care could be the great equalizer: Three case examples | Carrie NelsonThere are practical ways to apply digital care solutions to improve health for all.
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From the Battlefield to the Pandemic: Leadership in Crisis SituationsLeadership that passes the stress test successfully deals with what is commonly known as the pain-in-the-ass factor.
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How continuous temperature monitoring can lead to early sepsis detection, and help nurses | Ruth PhillipsThe benefits stretch beyond sepsis management, but its use in this setting could make a meaningful difference for patients and healthcare providers.
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Medical Center Sees Lower Costs, Less Paper, and Easier Installation With E-Signature Pad RolloutNot only are IT, clinical staff and patients happy with the new devices, but the hoped-for cost savings have been realized.
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Managing the benefits and risks of AI in healthcare | Jon MooreThe popularity of ChatGPT has triggered a surge of interest in artificial intelligence. But AI's promise also comes with some potential problems.
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Rethinking care for the most frail patients | Joe NicholsonWith a closed loop approach, providers can help ensure vulnerable populations receive the right care at the right time in the most cost-effective manner.
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The Opaqueness of Price TransparencyOur existing medical culture neither endorses nor supports price shopping.
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How low health literacy impairs patient outcomes | Ashok RoyOnly 12% of American adults are proficient in health literacy. Providers need to find ways to communicate with patients in ways they can understand.
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Healthcare payments and consumer finances: Where do we go from here? | ViewpointAccessOne’s 2023 consumer survey paints a vivid picture of the average American’s financial struggles and what healthcare organizations can do to help them.
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Prepayment itemized bill audits: What’s the catch? | ViewpointThese audits hurt hospitals’ revenue cycles by increasing administrative costs and ultimately reducing reimbursement.
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5 Things to Consider Before Negotiating a Healthcare Real Estate DealPurchasing the real estate you already occupy, or even a new space or building, could be a great opportunity to impact your future finances and significantly build your net worth.
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How Healthcare Companies Can Benefit From Creating a Patient-First Experience With Remote Patient MonitoringTo date, the focus of RPM has been on the technology itself and its increasing ease of use. The conversation now needs to shift to creating a patient-centric healthcare experience enabled by RPM technology.
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Cyber hygiene for medical devices: What the FDA's new guidelines mean for providers | ViewpointThere are several areas where providers will need to remain vigilant in order to protect their patients and maintain operational integrity.
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How to prepare for risk-based contracts | ViewpointWith value-based care gaining popularity, hospitals must be ready for the growing certainty of risk-based contracts.
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Reduce spending in 2024 with healthy discharge plans after ER visits | ViewpointHealth system administrators may find that 2024 is the year they can drive down overall spending through looking at the ER discharge process, “meds to beds,” and the role of the outpatient pharmacy.
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Addressing healthcare inequities through advanced treatment validation solutions | Tiffany AveryHealth systems must implement proven tech solutions that aggregate evidence-based data and protocols to determine treatment plans that provide the best outcomes for all patients.
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Sustainable procurement: Improving environmental health through the supply chain | Cristina IndiveriAs Earth Day approaches, health systems should reduce the impact of their goods and services. The hospital supply chain is filled with opportunities for improvement.
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Provider Trends in Healthcare Payments: Missing the Connection with ConsumersConsumer sentiments show the demand for contactless experiences that are also digital and convenient has been on the rise for years, and 2020 might be the year where the importance of this rising demand was fully realized.
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Opportunities for Telemedicine to Meet Socioeconomic DemandsTelehealth has been a lifeline for long-term patients throughout the pandemic — but what about those without reliable access to high-speed internet?
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What leaders need to know: A roadmap for healthcare M&A integration | ViewpointTo navigate the integration process successfully, healthcare executives must take steps to best align their people with the vision for the newly combined organization.
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We need a new scientific standard for high reliability | ViewpointThe standard must highlight evidenced-based practice, such as proven treatments to manage diseases.
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How One Chicago-Area Health System Eliminated Paper SignaturesElectronic signature pads save money and reduce paper waste at health systems.
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Hospital leaders must protect themselves from threats of all kinds | ViewpointHealthcare executives are highly visible. Leaders must recognize the risk and take steps to ensure their safety and protect the organization.
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Lack of discipline costs real money: Non-clinical spend targeted for cost savings | ViewpointThere are five steps healthcare systems can take to improve their procurement processes to unlock new cost savings in the supply chain.
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When Given Equal Care, Minorities and Disadvantaged Fared the Same as Others During COVID-19The researchers also sought to learn whether any particular patient group had worse outcomes from COVID-19 than other vulnerable populations.
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Stakeholders must collaborate to strengthen the nursing pipeline | Sean BurkeThe healthcare industry needs creative solutions that focus on attracting more students into nursing.
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Solving the blindspots in transitional care | Manpreet Singh DhallaCMS is moving to a value-based reimbursement program for home health agencies. This change represents a generational opportunity for agencies to implement new models of in-home care.
