Healthcare It News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In 2010, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital made digital health history by being the first hospital outside of the United States to achieve Stage 7 for the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model.

Hospitals 221

Hospitals Patient Satisfaction Electronic Medical Records Governance 221

HIT Consultant

AUGUST 21, 2023

The rise of high-deductible health plans means more financial responsibility has fallen directly on patients, as out-of-pocket costs have skyrocketed by 111% since 2010 and are projected to increase by 10% each year through 2026. Similarly, improving patient satisfaction can help pharmacies build loyalty and boost the bottom line.

Medical Device Industry 98

Medical Device Industry Patient Satisfaction Hospitals Governance 98

HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

People over 85 are the most rapidly expanding demographic and the elderly segment of the American population is expected to double in 2030 from 2010. Meanwhile, there are significant workforce challenges that prohibit nursing home patients from getting the medical care they need.

Nurses 52

Nurses Telemedicine Patient Satisfaction Medicare 52

HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

When we listen and understand the experience of our employees and are able to drive higher employee engagement and satisfaction ratings, we can see the payoff in the form of higher reports of patient satisfaction and financial outcomes.

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Patient Satisfaction Nurses Hospitals 52

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Moreover, you have more possibilities to educate patients regarding their treatment plan, whether it be medication or hands-on therapy. By using digital tools, zooming in scans for a close-up or watching self-injection videos, you allow for flexible and direct communication which can improve patient satisfaction. Reay at al.

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COVID-19 Telemedicine Patient Satisfaction Hospitals 166

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 14, 2020

Now, admitted patients "require very complex, specialized sophisticated technology and a host of specialists to take care of [them]" - specialists who may not be easily recruited in rural areas. Since January 2010, 126 rural hospitals have shut down, with nearly 600 more on the brink of closing.

Hospitals 190

Hospitals COVID-19 Medicare Medicare 190