HIT Consultant
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Even with a shift to providing higher-intensity care in people’s homes, the demand for nursing facility-level care is slated to double. Meanwhile, there are significant workforce challenges that prohibit nursing home patients from getting the medical care they need. Fortunately, telehealth can help fill these gaps.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
AUGUST 5, 2020
Before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Greene County General Hospital in Linton, Indiana, faced challenges in providing access to care because the area has transportation barriers. Initially, Greene County General believed that many of its patients might be resistant to using the new technology. THE PROBLEM.
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Healthcare IT Today
APRIL 19, 2024
Devices for medication adherence, blood pressure, blood sugar, and others help patients track metrics from their homes and enable providers access to the information in real-time to manage care remotely.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 30, 2023
Studies The second annual Evolution of Care report from WellSky noted that the average length of stay for patients awaiting discharge to post-acute care is one day longer than it was in 2019, which leads to increased care costs and lowered patient satisfaction. Nearly two-thirds (63%) of U.S.
Hall Render
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
CMS gives nursing homes a longer leash on staff COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Rural hospitals plan to reject Congress’ program. Staff shortages make patient surges harder for children’s hospitals — and the situation won’t get better soon. CMS bumps ASC payments to 3.8 percent in final rule.
Hall Render
JANUARY 5, 2024
Wade; expected to remain big issue in 2024 races Most nursing home residents in Arizona still haven’t gotten their COVID-19 booster COVID-19 hospitalizations are up in Arizona and around the U.S.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Portability: Lead-lined X-ray suites and immobile traditional c-arm devices, though ubiquitous in hospitals, no longer effectively serve the needs of modern healthcare. Portable imaging also opens up new opportunities for expanded care and services in settings like skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes.
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