Top 7 Meaningful Use Myths Debunked
Rarely have two words garnered as much attention from healthcare professionals as “meaningful use” has in recent years. Yet despite the volume of the discussion, there are still significant gaps in understanding the requirements of meaningful use and a lack of clarity about how to achieve it.
Looking for Meaning in Meaningful Use
This review of a recent New England Journal of Medicine article reminds readers that there is much to be optimistic about when it comes to EHRs, but it’s important to be clear-eyed about the challenges ahead.
eRx Assists Medication Adherence
People who receive medical care in an integrated healthcare system with EHRs linked to its own pharmacy system more often filled and collected new medication prescriptions for diabetes, cholesterol and high blood pressure medications than do people who receive care in a non-integrated system, according to a new study.
More Organ Seekers Turning to Web to Find Them
Rather than wait the estimated five-to-ten years for a kidney match on the United Network for organ Sharing (UNOS), the government’s national donor list, many are taking their quest for a kidney online.
Moving and Grooving: Should We Bring the Gym into the Dialysis Unit?
From both from a longevity and quality of life point of view, studies suggest dialysis patients would be helped by exercise. One nephrologist considers the benefit of incorporating fitness activities into the dialysis session.
Medicare Unveils Bundled Payment Models to Start in 2012
Physicians and hospitals will be collaborating to bid on providing high-quality, low-cost inpatient and postdischarge care to Medicare patients under a new payment option starting in 2012, designed to improve quality and coordination of care.
Burnout, Dissatisfaction Seem Rampant Among Medical Residents
The medical resident of today is exhausted, emotionally spent and likely stressed out about debt, a new study indicates.
Fear in US as Drug Shortages Mount
Shortages of vital drugs, particularly cancer-fighting medication, have raised concerns in the United States, where regulators often have to race to try to find replacements.
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