Technology has changed a lot since I was a practicing pharmacist. While clinicians have always focused on using technology to improve patient safety, everything else about technology is constantly evolving.
For example, clinicians have relied…
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have ushered in a new era for the weight loss market in 2024 and surfaced several questions that have been festering for quite some time and can…
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In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, patient empowerment and innovation are at the forefront of improving patient outcomes. For NICU graduates, ensuring a seamless transition to home is crucial for their continued well-being. Families of…
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When the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) revealed its CY 2024 final payment rule, home health providers once again faced a familiar fiscal challenge. A 2.89% cut to Home Health –…
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As the United States experiences demographic shifts, accelerated aging is becoming a notable trend with profound implications for various sectors, including healthcare, social services, and the economy. The aging population in the U.S. is…
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News and social media are saturated with articles about the demand for and shortage of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs marketed for weight loss. The best-known of these drugs is semaglutide, sold under the brand…
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Decades.
That’s how long healthcare organizations have been surveying patients to understand their experiences and how they match up with care delivery. The drive to measure patient experience (PX) started in the 1990s, but patient…
Today’s payers are still adjusting to the significant operational and transparency changes as a result of the No Surprises Act and Consolidated Appropriations Act. These mandates put the provider network operation on the front…
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Prior authorization is a significant pain point for physicians and their care teams, as the process can delay care and create a mountain of time-consuming administrative tasks. The paperwork and approval process is so cumbersome…
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The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant shift involving patient care delivery, struggling with nursing shortages, and adapting to technological changes that are redefining the entire field of medicine. As we look into the…
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