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OSF deploys care transition program, reduces readmission rate from 29% to 9%

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"The existing systems were fragmented, with each care setting operating in a silo ," he explained. "This lack of integration led to incomplete information being passed along at each stage of patient transfer, resulting in suboptimal post-discharge care. Enhanced patient follow-up and engagement.

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AristaMD Launches Unified Care Transition Platform

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What You Should Know: – AristaMD , a digital healthcare company specializing in eConsult and referral management services, today announced the launch of a unified care transition platform.

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How Reasoning-Based AI Improves Care Transitions

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As AI and large language models (LLMs) become more integrated into healthcare, it is essential to develop frameworks that prioritize patient safety, clinical expertise, and evidence-based practice. By standardizing the outputs, the system helps maintain quality and alignment across different care teams and settings. About Matt A.

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Digitalization in healthcare empowers patients

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The exponential growth in health data from a variety of sources, such as electronic medical records and image databases, makes it difficult to integrate information for optimized decision-making that meets the highest possible standards of care. Staying flexible is the key to digital transformation.

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Interwell Health Launches Nephrology Rounds App with Epic EHR Integration

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What You Should Know: – Interwell Health, a value-based kidney care management company, has unveiled Acumen Rounder, a nephrology rounding application that seamlessly integrates with Epic’s electronic health record (EHR) system. Modern Interface: Offers a user-friendly and intuitive design for an enhanced user experience.

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SMS Marketing in Healthcare: Revolutionizing Patient Engagement and Outcomes

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Strategic Applications To further elevate your marketing strategy, consider these strategic applications: Care coordination updates to keep patients informed about care transitions, referrals, and appointment changes. Integrate with other communication channels (e.g.,

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Bridging Healthcare’s Digital Divide: The Interoperability Imperative

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Integrating diverse systems through standardized protocols, such as FHIR APIs mandated by the Cures Act Final Rule, is essential for ensuring that data is accessible and actionable for all. Miscommunication during care transitions is a leading cause of medical errors, with 80% of serious medical errors attributable to such breakdowns.