Few medical fields are in as exciting of a stage as reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) is today. Between major technological advancements, increased awareness, and improved access, REI is growing by leaps and bounds. Of course, with that growth comes challenges as well. With dema
Read MoreIn the dynamic landscape of healthcare, conversations around social determinants of health (SDoH) and health equity have moved from the sidelines to the forefront of strategic planning. Recently, we had the opportunity to delve into these critical issues with Quality Reviews’ Chief Medical Officer, Sonni Mun, MD who is deeply committed to the healthcare sector's push towards more equitable and comprehensive patient care.
Read MoreAs a medical professional who has transitioned from clinical practice to healthcare technology, I've spent considerable time on the road discussing the potential and challenges of integrating technology into healthcare settings. Through these conversations, it's clear that while there's enthusiasm about the potential benefits of technology, hesitations and hurdles still persist.
Read MoreMedicare Shared Savings Program accountable care organizations (MSSP ACOs) are a rare example of a win-win-win. When MSSP ACOs do their job right, members have better health outcomes, Medicare sees savings, and the ACOs themselves get compensated accordingly.
Read MoreWith all of the major innovations emerging in the healthcare industry — AI-assisted diagnoses, CRISPR gene editing, robotic surgery — it’s easy to get fixated on futurology. But if there’s anything we’ve learned over the past few years, it’s that healthcare needs to get back to the basics.
Read MoreIn recent years, the healthcare industry has largely focused on acquisition. Yet it’s becoming increasingly important for providers and payers to increase patient activation and member activation. It makes sense why people would prioritize acquisition — more patients and members means more people paying for your services.
Read MoreWhat can healthcare learn from other industries? It's a question that professionals in the healthcare industry often hesitate to ask themselves, given how distinctly they operate. It’s true that healthcare, unlike many other businesses, deals with patients and members rather than customers, is highly regulated, and has a unique intermediary payment system.
Read MoreAlthough 2024 has just begun, it’s clear that recent healthcare challenges aren’t likely to go away anytime soon. Consider, for example, that over 70% of Americans say that the US healthcare system is failing them. It’s not just patients who are encountering difficulties, though — payers and providers alike struggle with major issues like staffing shortages, rising costs, and an increasing number of bankruptcies.
Read MoreIVF may have once been considered a luxury — but in recent years, it’s increasingly being seen as the essential healthcare practice that it is, says Dr. Alan Copperman, Managing Director & CEO of RMA of New York.
Read MoreThe CMS 2024 Medicare Star Ratings, released just days before the October 15th Open Enrollment kickoff, largely painted a picture of Medicare Advantage plans struggling to deliver on member experience as the industry grows.
Read MoreIn recent years — and particularly since the passage of the Affordable Care Act — the Medicare Advantage space has seen rapid growth, with Medicare Advantage retention, engagement, and acquisition not always able to keep pace.
Read MorePatient throughput (patient intake to checkout process) can pose a real challenge. Many healthcare providers find that inefficient flow slows them down and creates a frustrating experience for patients. Making changes to a well-established process might seem daunting and not worth the effort, but the benefits of improved patient flow are invaluable.
Read MoreWhile electronic health records (EHRs) date as far back as the 1960s, they have only been mandatory for slightly over a decade. Even in that brief time, though, the American healthcare system has become widely reliant on them. While providers will be the first to say that EHRs aren't perfect, they have also become an essential part of the healthcare workflow. But rarely do practitioners think of EHR optimization.
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