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NIH arm to research surgical disparities among 'disadvantaged populations'
The organization noted as much as 11-30% of the global burden of disease requires surgical care or anesthesia management or both.
By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016 -
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Strategies small medical practices should consider in the face of industry change
Collaboration is the key, some experts say.
By Julie Henry • April 19, 2016 -
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TrendlineSurprise Billing
Federal legislation banning surprise bills has hit a barrage of roadblocks, complicating efforts to protect consumers from unexpected out-of-network charges.
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Contact lens retailers and optometrists battle over prescription rules
1-800-Contacts has filed nearly 28,000 optometrist violations with the Federal Trade Commission.
By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016 -
How a tech glitch caused 1.9K pregnant women to lose their Covered California coverage
Some women would be best not to report their pregnancy if they want to keep their health plan through the state's marketplace until the flaw is fixed.
By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016 -
More than 4,000 NY providers request e-prescribing waivers
A state law mandated that all providers begin sending prescriptions electronically on March 27.
By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016 -
Geisinger's unique refund program repaid patients $80K over 6 months
Experts suggest the refunds cost less than a consultant would charge to review patient experience issues in the same time frame.
By Heather Caspi • April 18, 2016 -
Florida finally allows NPs and PAs to prescribe controlled substances
After more than 10 years of advocacy, the state is embracing these providers in its efforts to expand access to care.
By Heather Caspi • April 18, 2016 -
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6 strategies for weathering turbulent times and executive shake-ups
In the face of turnover and organizational dysfunction, healthcare leaders need to envision their ideal future state.
By Julie Henry • April 16, 2016 -
This thyroid tumor cancer declassification could affect 10K
The action could lead to other types of cancer to be reviewed.
By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016 -
VA puts $624M Epic scheduling system contract on hold
The agency is testing a cheaper upgrade using its own software.
By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016 -
Texas doctor found guilty in largest home healthcare fraud
The alleged scheme went on for years before being investigated due to its complexity and sophisticaition.
By Ana Mulero • April 14, 2016 -
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PHRs: What's stopping more consumers from viewing them
Many think a recent prediction that adoption of patient health records could reach 75% by 2020 is far from realistic.
By Meg Bryant • April 14, 2016 -
Ransomware, tax fraud numbers way up in healthcare, reports say
Ransomware is up 35% and healthcare accounted for the highest number of data breaches in service industries last year.
By Nina Flanagan • April 14, 2016 -
StartUp Health's 'Longevity Moonshot' focused on extending lifespan
The health innovation company is partnering with Human Longevity, Inc. with the goal of addressing aging-related diseases and enhancing healthy lifespans by 50+ years.
By Nina Flanagan • April 14, 2016 -
ONC study: Regional extension centers boost EHR adoption rates
Sixty-eight percent of eligible professionals who received incentive payments under Stage 1 of the MU program were assisted by RECs, according to the analysis.
By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016 -
Buffalo Cardiology shuttering practice after 40 years, cites 'changing healthcare' industry
One hundred and nineteen employees are due to be laid off.
By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016 -
American Cancer Society, IBM to join war on cancer using supercomputer strength
By creating a virtual cancer advisor, the companies hope clinicians will be motivated to share personalized guidance.
By Ana Mulero • April 13, 2016 -
60 Sens: CMS' hospital star ratings too limited
"We are concerned that the Star Rating system may be misleading to consumers," U.S. senators said in a letter to CMS.
By Ana Mulero • April 13, 2016 -
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Kaiser Permanente's research biobank seeks participants
The company is reaching out to members nationally to participate in its effort to establish a DNA biobank.
By Nina Flanagan • April 13, 2016 -
Abortion training numbers increase as clinics close
Two programs say they currently train more than 1,000 physicians and medical students annually.
By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016 -
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How the disruptive insurer Harken Health is tackling the Illinois, Georgia markets
The insurer is optimistic after opening its primary care sites in Chicago and Atlanta.
By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016 -
Study: Income predicts life expectancy
Following an analysis of 1.4 billion tax records, researchers discovered a big difference in longevity between the richest and the poorest Americans.
By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016 -
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HOPE-3 trial adds fuel to argument in support of statin use
The trial results could aid medication adherence by reinforcing the message that preventive therapy works.
By Meg Bryant • April 12, 2016 -
Mayo Clinic, GE Ventures unveil IoT platform for cell, gene therapies
Vitruvian Networks will provide software and a manufacturing platform.
By Nina Flanagan • April 12, 2016 -
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Deep DiveHow hospitals can help prevent, deal with sexual assault cases
Restoring patient trust in a healthcare system after such an incident “only comes with time,” one lawyer said.
By Meg Bryant • April 8, 2016
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