Substantial Waste Cited in U.S. Health Care System
In an article titled “Not Much to Show for Nation’s High Cost of Care” posted on www.medpagetoday.com, Caroline Poplin MD, JD, former staff
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Health Care – General
Caregivers’ Needs Get Attention at Seminar
With caregivers expected to be providing the bulk of care for older Americans int he years ahead, panelists called for
Read MorePatient Engagement and Its Importance to Health Care
The evolution of health care is bringing the importance of patient relations to the forefront, driven by the need to create
Read MoreHow One Home Health Agency Earned Five Stars
(By – Michael Tomsic, WFAE) Home health agencies are a segment of the medical industry that you may not know about
Read MoreNew Heart Failure Treatments Would Drive Up Short-Term Health Spending, Report Says
(By – Julie Appleby, Kaiser Health Care News) Two new treatments for congestive heart failure cost too much in the short
Read MoreThe Gender Gap Persists In Academic Medicine, Studies Find
(By – Shefali Luthra, Kaiser health Care News) Academic medicine is still a man’s world, according to two studies and an
Read MoreUnder Pressure, Hospitals Push Physicians To Improve Their Bedside Manners
(By – Shefali Luthra, Kaiser Health Care News) A doctor’s training hasn’t historically focused on sensitivity. And too often while juggling
Read MoreGAO – Medicare Part D RAC Needs Improvement
Citing low recovery amounts and difficulties in selecting audit targets, the U.S. Government Accounting Office audit report sets forth a
Read MoreValue-based Insurance Design Drawing Positive Attention
In a joint press release issued by U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), the Center for Medicare & Medicaid
Read MoreCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services Give Positive Nod to ACOs
In recent reports, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) credited Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) for generating cost savings and
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