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Redefining interoperability in healthcare: Beyond the technical jargon | ViewpointClinicians recognize the worth of consistent communication and sharing information, and that's the essence of interoperability.
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We need more meaningful metrics for patient experience | ViewpointWhile companies value customer loyalty, what people want from the healthcare industry is value for their time.
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Why AI accountability in healthcare is essential for business success | ViewpointMany in the public are leery of AI. By committing to transparency and accountability, health organizations can emerge as leaders in innovative and responsible AI implementation.
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Is your self-insured plan headed for catastrophe? | Brian KoSelf-insured organizations seeking cost containment solutions need end-to-end targeted solutions to reduce the likelihood of adverse events.
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A blueprint for the next era in healthcare payment integrity | ViewpointAI and prepayment claims editing play a critical role in enhancing payment accuracy and unlocking value for health plans.
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Consider these 7 provider healthcare payment trends for 2023 | Deirdre RuttleElectronic payment technology can increase productivity and speed collections for providers, while giving consumers the electronic options they crave.
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Forecasting the lasting legacy of the Medicaid postpartum expansion | ViewpointHow one full year of postpartum care impacts health equity, outcomes, and care costs.
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Breaking barriers: Advancing gender equality in healthcare leadership | ViewpointThere is an alarming drop-off between female representation in healthcare in the early stages of their career versus successive leadership levels.
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Is Virtual Primary Care the New House Call? Three Real-World ExamplesAs healthcare leaders consider how to embed telehealth into their member or patient experience for the long haul, it’s critical to examine how virtual care can lead to better health outcomes.
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As more pharmacies close, it’s time to rethink speed and convenience over outcomes for consumers | ViewpointContinuous glucose monitors can empower people with diabetes to make more informed decisions, if patients use them regularly.
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Gun safety is public health, not politics | ViewpointThe horrific mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, shows that gun violence can occur anywhere, and Dartmouth Health leaders are calling for action.
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A strategic approach to digital transformation: 3 lessons learned | Joshua TitusHospitals and health systems can develop digital and mobile strategies that meet their unique needs.
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Authenticity of brand messaging for retaining and recruiting staff │ ViewpointEnsuring that employee experiences align with an organization’s brand is an impactful strategy for turning the tide on turnover.
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The Rise of the Centralized Virtual Care HubDuring the pandemic, any health service that could go virtual, did. In the last 12 months, demand for virtual care has risen sharply, but shifting to a centralized virtual care hub is not easy pivot for many traditional health providers.
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Acknowledging Economic Stability as a Primary Social Determinant of HealthEconomic stability, and its contributing factors, are a fundamental determinant currently impacting the health and well-being of many individuals.
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Using strategy to shape your budget | ViewpointHealthcare is changing and how we prepare for the future of healthcare must change. Your budget should reflect your organization's business strategy – not the other way around.
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A call for quality, accessible care for people living with kidney disease | ViewpointThere are significant deficiencies within Medicare Advantage plans that must be addressed to adequately serve the needs of people living with kidney disease.
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Guarding Against Negligence: How Healthcare Providers Can Detect and Diagnose Cyber RisksData breaches are preventable. Here's how a health exec can safeguard health data.
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Making the Case for Automated Patient EngagementAutomated patient engagement technology can streamline communications without excessive costs, implementation challenges or healthcare providers losing the "human touch."
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Healthcare Sector to See Rise in Cyber Misbehavior Connected to Cloud MigrationGiven the rise in healthcare data leaks from cloud services, healthcare leaders must ramp up their security efforts tenfold.
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Healthcare providers can take 3 steps for more effective digital health solutions | Angie StevensOrganizations that leverage technologies that can scale and operationalize digital health initiatives will be better positioned to provide positive outcomes for patients.
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New cybersecurity bill is a step in the right direction, but needs more work | ViewpointCybersecurity issues aren’t confined to one corner of the sector—it's a challenge for the entire system, and it’s about time we all moved in the same direction.
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Here are 3 reasons large health plans should shift to the cloud | ViewpointWhat it means to partner with a SaaS provider and link systems with interoperability.
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Population health is the new public health | David NashAmerica can move toward a transformed health system responsible for our wellness and a new paradigm of population health, led by medical professionals.
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PTSD: A disorder in need of better understanding and care | Cassandra LawsonGaining the facts to fight the myths is the best way to dispel them, and to have a greater understanding of this disorder that affects so many people.
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The Problem with Problem Lists—and How EHR Functionality Can Help Fix ThemThe problem list is meant to present clinicians with a quick snapshot of the patient’s active diagnoses and key health issues. However, most problem lists do not live up to their potential.
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Code green: Standing up to hospital violence | ViewpointThere is a growing movement to establish a code-green protocol that can be called when a patient is belligerent and de-escalation strategies have failed.
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Chemical exposure may increase risk of preterm birth, study findsHypothetical interventions to reduce phthalate exposure could reduce the number of preterm births, according to a recent study.
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Staying ahead in the healthcare talent race | ViewpointTo stay competitive in attracting healthcare talent, organizations must extend the digital welcome mat to enhance the job applicant experience.
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Don’t let the great resignation stall clinical research | Tom KaminskiHealthcare executives must prioritize strategies that help overcome the resource challenges facing clinical research departments.
