Why vaccination and regular screening are critical for prevention of cervical disease. Each year, more than 13,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Cervical cancer, however, is a largely preventable disease. Awareness of the disease and its causes are crucial for its prevention, and through routine screening and … [Read more...]

AdventHealth launches new Acute Care-at Home Program AdventHealth has agreed to collaborate with Biofourmis, a global technology-enabled care delivery company on a continuum-wide remote patient management (RPM) program in Central Florida to provide safe, whole-person care and a superior patient experience within their homes. As part of the agreement, Biofourmis will help … [Read more...]

Yes, healthcare, supply chain can generate income and revenue. By R. Dana Barlow Editor’s note: The following article originally appeared in the December 2024 issue of The Journal of Healthcare Contracting. Outside of the healthcare provider organization market segment, companies generally regard the supply chain with a modicum of respect for managing assets used in … [Read more...]

Ochsner Accountable Care Network achieves top-ranking healthcare savings for Medicare. By Jenna Hughes The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced data from the 2023 Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) for accountable care organizations (ACOs), with Ochsner Accountable Care Network (OACN) achieving top-ranking results for clinical performance and … [Read more...]

Proper infection control practices by healthcare providers are critical to reduce the risk of sepsis. Any type of infection can lead to sepsis, a life-threating emergency related to the body’s extreme response to infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Without timely treatment, sepsis can quickly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Each … [Read more...]

The Midmark 626 Barrier-Free® Examination Chair is the only chair to meet and exceed requirements Exam room equipment can make a crucial difference. For clinics looking to improve patient access and caregiver safety, accessible healthcare environments are essential. In September 2024, the US Access Board, which provides guidance for accessible design and standards for … [Read more...]

Regulatory requirements are meant to improve patient care; however, many post-acute care providers struggle to meet them considering post-pandemic challenges. By Jenna Hughes Long-term care (LTC) providers such as skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation centers, and home health providers face the daily task of maintaining compliance with a growing number of … [Read more...]

AAHC earns CMS approval as national ASC accreditor The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care announced that it has been awarded Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approval as a national accreditation organization for ambulatory surgery centers that request participation in the Medicare Deemed Status Accreditation program. This renewal underscores … [Read more...]

Increasing specialization within the ASC care continuum. By Pete Mercer Outpatient care is booming – in fact, more than 80% of surgeries are now performed in outpatient settings, outsourcing these procedures to ambulatory surgery centers. ASCs are highly regulated care facilities that provide outpatient surgery and preventive care for their patients, performing a more … [Read more...]

As an organization, Pioneer Physicians Network believes that the center of healthcare should revolve around the patient and their primary care physician trying to quarterback that care. Dr. Victoria DiGennaro, CEO and family physician at Pioneer Physicians Network, said that emphasis has allowed the clinical team to provide excellent patient outcomes. “It has also allowed us … [Read more...]