Healthcare Law Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

The intersection of patient satisfaction and quality of care is central to healthcare today, and a provider’s level of cultural competence can significantly impact his/her performance in both areas. New Laws Mandating Cultural Competency Training for Illinois Healthcare Providers On August 8, 2023, Illinois Governor J.B. Proposed S.B.

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Physician Credentialing Company

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Obligatory educational qualifications, training certificates, work experience proofs, and licenses are considered basic requirements for undergoing credentialing and onboarding. Credentialing is a monitoring process that ensures providers meet all necessary protocols for effective patient care introduced by HIPAA.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 15, 2023

Luna currently operates across 50 markets in 27 states and has treated 40,000 patients in their homes, and performs an in-person visit every 25 seconds in the home. Unlike remote or virtual care, Luna’s licensed physical therapists provide 1:1 hands-on care in the convenience of the patient’s home.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 11, 2022

Abridge’s enterprise-focused documentation solutions seamlessly structure and summarize information from any medical conversation, making it easier for systems to reduce provider burnout while also increasing patient satisfaction. Armed with a proprietary dataset derived from more than 1.5

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

XRHealth integrates immersive XR technology, licensed clinicians, and advanced data analytics on one platform, providing a comprehensive therapeutic care solution for patients to receive treatment from the comfort of their home.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MARCH 21, 2023

It aims to evaluate the platform's clinical usability, patient satisfaction, value for money and economic benefit. Following the trial, GCHHS plans to secure additional licenses for HeraCARE, "subject to a proper market scan, value for money assessment and results of clinical outcomes," according to a media release.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 23, 2022

"We deployed 500 Zoom licenses across care settings, including primary care practices, integrated behavioral health practitioners and our pediatric behavioral health specialty practice," Mrazik stated. We have integrated Zoom with Stratus to ensure patients have on-demand access to interpreter services during a virtual visit."

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 8, 2022

As an example, under Section 1135 waivers, CMS has temporarily waived requirements that out-of-state telehealth practitioners must be licensed in the state where the patient is located when furnishing services in a state where the emergency is occurring. State government executive orders. Agency enforcement discretion. Federal rules.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 12, 2021

They also proposed their products would allow the health system to maximize resources available by having seamless access and maintaining patient satisfaction due to the availability of a video call versus an audio-only call. " Both vendors pitched the ability to seamlessly connect and stay connected. MARKETPLACE.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 30, 2023

More specifically, can harnessing the benefits of AI actually enhance the crucial patient-provider alliance? Physical therapists are human, not AI technology The recent release of AI software steps into the uncharted territory of replacing the licensed clinician with technology.

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

By ensuring that providers meet rigorous standards, organizations can enhance the quality of care delivered to patients, leading to better health outcomes and patient satisfaction. Licenses Report that tracks licenses that require continuing education or refreshers. Risk Mitigation.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

For healthcare providers, that means patients aren’t getting critical appointment reminders and confirmation text, as well as billing, test result links, patient satisfaction surveys, prescription confirmations, etc. Even if a patient texted you first, you will not be able to respond until approved.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In fact, many say that it enables them to practice at the top of their license. 4 Emphasize Patient Satisfaction. These are just a few reasons why patients say they like telehealth. If nothing else sways providers to use telehealth, the promise of increased patient satisfaction should. Convenience.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Organizations need assurance that the solution will free up time for staff and enable them to work at the top of their license, resulting in higher quality, job satisfaction, and overall value. With AI-enabled technology that facilitates clinical registries, abstracted data can improve ongoing care processes.

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HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 13, 2021

What You Should Know: – Phreesia’s acquires Insignia Health, a mission-oriented company dedicated to improving health outcomes through patient activation. – Insignia has an exclusive worldwide license for the Patient Activation Measure® (PAM®).

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

By streamlining many of the basic processes associated with transitions of care, these solutions enable health systems to enhance patient flow and throughput, improving the patient experience, reducing wait times, and enabling valuable and scarce clinical workers to operate at the tops of their licenses. vs. 49.5%).

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 30, 2021

Trinity Health's patient compliance and patient satisfaction numbers remain high at 85% and 96%, respectively, illustrating the importance of continuous positive patient engagement, easy-to-use technology, highly trained clinicians and first-class health education, Joyce said.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 10, 2024

Additionally, AI-powered care navigation is transforming patient engagement by guiding them to the right care at the right time, making them active participants in their health journey. Additionally, they enable personalized treatment approaches by analyzing individual patient data and tailoring interventions to meet specific needs.

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Health Populi

JUNE 29, 2020

As such, eConsults are distinguished from patient-facing telehealth applications such as remote health monitoring. These visits are strictly those conducted between clinicians, specialists and other licensed professionals sharing and discussing patient information.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 13, 2024

By streamlining many of the basic processes associated with transitions of care, these solutions enable health systems to enhance patient flow and throughput, improving the patient experience, reducing wait times, and enabling valuable and scarce clinical workers to operate at the tops of their licenses. vs. 49.5%).

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Licensed assistants in all 50 states can see patients—with varying degrees of supervision determined by state. If overbilling happens with a commercial biller, the clinic could get a letter sent to the licensing board and be put on probation. Another surefire way to trigger an audit is the improper use of assistants.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Upstate broadened its license and provisioned all clinical areas with access, starting with clinicians. “Establishing a process by which clinics could transition from physical to virtual patient flow also was a requirement,” Gross noted. On another front, outpatient patient satisfaction was excellent.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

Particularly the certification and license are one of the main challenges for nurses in telemedicine. Often licensing is state-specific, and the lack of multistate licenses makes it impossible for nurses to provide care for patients from different states. Patient satisfaction. Government cooperation.

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YouCompli

JUNE 29, 2022

To stay current on interstate telemedicine licensing requirements, compliance officers should set monthly or quarterly monitoring reminders to ensure they are up to date. Patients who live in rural areas or medically underserved areas benefit the most from physicians being able practice in more than one state.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 3, 2020

” Further, the healthcare organization adapted its hospital space and added the technology and processes to safely replace in-person care with home-based care, both for patients and by providers, she added. Integration of an improved model for language interpretation services for our diverse patient population.

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Jane Sarashon

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Millions of people received COVID-19 vaccinations from pharmacies in their communities, close to home, experiencing high levels of patient satisfaction.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 22, 2022

Abridge’s enterprise-focused documentation solutions seamlessly structure and summarize information from any medical conversation, making it easier for systems to reduce provider burnout while also increasing patient satisfaction. Armed with a proprietary dataset derived from more than 1.5

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 1, 2024

By ensuring that healthcare providers follow best practices and regulatory standards, audits contribute to higher-quality patient care. This not only improves patient outcomes but also enhances the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery by reducing medical errors and improving patient satisfaction.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 7, 2021

" Providers now are able to access the ExtendedCare Virtual Care Room directly out of Epic and connect with the patient either by video call to a telemedicine device that is associated with the patient based on their location or by video call to the patient on a smartphone or computer.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JANUARY 12, 2022

MCHS had licensing in place and the ability to rapidly roll it out to 1,500 providers. Provider and patient satisfaction has been strong. "We have two encounters in each telehealth visit, the patient and provider," Meyer noted. Click here to read the special report. MEETING THE CHALLENGE.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 22, 2021

It requires tremendous effort to accomplish everything required without taking away from vital patient care. So, how do we remove as many non-nursing tasks as possible so nurses can practice at the top of their license? She has devoted her career to improving patient and family health efficacy. About Heather Wood, CPXP.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 27, 2023

Provider screening: This is the process of screening healthcare providers to ensure they meet certain standards and criteria, such as background checks and license verifications. Builds trust: Patients are more likely to trust healthcare providers who have been properly credentialed and have undergone thorough background checks.

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HIT Consultant

MARCH 16, 2022

RevSpring expands patient engagement and payment solution integrations with Cerner, broadening RevSpring’s platform of omnichannel and payment solutions to boost payment performance and patient satisfaction. This unique approach is changing how care teams support patients and improve health outcomes.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It emphasizes conducting activities transparently, ethically, and in a manner that secures the trust of patients, staff, and stakeholders alike. This holistic approach to governance ensures that decisions are informed by a comprehensive understanding of the hospital’s overall performance and its implications for patient care.

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Healthcare It News

APRIL 18, 2022

"Far too many digital tools have disregarded interoperability and integration with EHRs, and have actually added to the administrative burdens and unnecessary work that frustrate providers – and keep them from practicing at the top of their license and building relationships with patients."

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 9, 2024

Automating tasks like data entry eases the administrative burden on staff, empowering them to operate at the top of their license and focus on higher-value activities. Ultimately, the integration of true AI and machine learning in RCM contributes to greater accuracy, reduced denials, and a better patient experience.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 28, 2020

"Quality assurance work was similarly focused on this relatively focused scope of service in order to ensure a level of patient satisfaction and HIPPA compliance comparable to that offered by face-to-face visits," Sinkoff said. allowed two-way video visits to be scheduled quickly and without undue demands on patients."

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