Tag: Health Biz: Misc.
Useful Tips Offered for Addressing Negative Patient Reviews
Doctors should respond quickly, validate patient complaints, demonstrate willingness to take action
Quality of Outpatient Care Has Not Consistently Improved in U.S.
Large analysis finds declines or stagnation in many basic health measures in the United States
Variation in State Policies Regarding Freestanding ERs
No standard requirements for location, staffing patterns, clinical capabilities
U.S. Health Care System Is One of the Least Efficient Worldwide
America ranked 50 out of 55 countries in 2014, according to a Bloomberg index
Legal Issues Impact Delivery of Telehealth
No uniform legal approach to telehealth; concerns about reimbursement limit implementation
‘Microhospitals’ Can Provide Quicker Access to Care
Microhospitals may offer outpatient surgery, primary care, other services, as well as emergency care
Panel Size of 2,500 Patients Per Doc Not Feasible in Primary Care
Anecdotal panel size incompatible with provision of adequate patient care
European Countries Implementing Cost-Sharing
Some financial protections are in place for poorer populations
Breakeven Rate Estimated for Mid-Size Pediatric Practice
Breakeven per-member per-month rate increases with increasing staffing ratio
Program Can Help Patient-Centered Practice Transition
At practices in Alberta, significant impact seen for cognitive task analysis training program
