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KLAS: The High Cost of Clinician Turnover in 2024

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The healthcare industry is facing a growing crisis of clinician turnover, with burnout and EHR frustration driving many professionals to leave their organizations or even the healthcare field entirely. – A new report from the KLAS Arch Collaborative sheds light on this concerning trend, examining the factors contributing to clinician turnover and highlighting best practices for improving clinician satisfaction and retention.

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The ‘Dream’ Scenario Of Combining Home Health, Home Care To Unlock Value-Based Care

Home Health Care

This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership One of the publicity issues home-based care faces is that most people dont even understand the difference between home health care and home care, much to the chagrin of industry veterans in both sectors. But in the future, those same leaders are bullish on the merging of those two types of care. Home care and home health care are separate services, yes.

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In the Push to Close Nurse Staffing Gaps, the Math Points to Diversifying Support

HIT Consultant

Curtis Anderson, CEO and founder of Nursa Gaps in the nursing workforce remain elevated, with an 18.4% hospital turnover rate for registered nurses and an RN vacancy rate of 9.9%, a recent report shows. In fact, more than half of hospitals face nurse vacancy rates of 10% or higher. Its a sign of the need to seriously evaluate how we are filling nursing shifts, rather than clinging to a full-time-only model for support or expecting part-time nurses to work exclusively for the hospital or health s

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How States and Tribes Can Work Together to Improve Long-Term Services and Supports for American Indian/Alaska Native Elders and their Caregivers

NASHP

Many American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) elders and people with disabilities would benefit from long-term services and supports (LTSS) , which can include a wide range of services to assist individuals with healthcare needs and difficulties performing the activities of daily living. Tribes, however, often deliver these services to members using limited tribal funds due to a lack of funding from other sources.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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The Effects of Cyberbullying on Children’s Mental Health

Icanotes

The Impacts of Cyberbullying on Children's Mental Health According to a Stanford study, children typically receive their first cell phones between 10.7 and 12.5 years of age. Many of these phones allow children to access Wi-Fi or the internet, which means they can be exposed to social media, inappropriate online content or cyberbullying. Cyberbullying refers to individuals who send any type of threatening or humiliating message using an electronic device.

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How States and Tribes Can Partner to Improve the Access of American Indians and Alaska Natives to Behavioral Health Care Services

NASHP

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) experience higher rates of many mental health and substance use disorders than other Americans. Disparities in mental health outcomes stem from the role of intergenerational trauma , as well as high rates of poverty and associated barriers to nutrition, educational and economic opportunities, and other social determinants of health (SDOH).

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Forging State and Tribal Partnerships to Improve the Health Care Delivered to American Indians and Alaska Natives: NASHP Resources

NASHP

American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities experience longstanding challenges in accessing health care and disparate health outcomes. Understanding the health care delivery system for AI/AN people and advancing opportunities to meaningfully partner with Tribes can help state policymakers meet AI/AN health needs and reduce health disparities.

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[SOLVED] How to Manage Compliance Documents

Etactics

According to The 2023 Thomson Reuters Risk & Compliance Survey Report , 82% of respondents believe protecting data and reinforcing cybersecurity is top priority. The pressure to stay up to date with ever-changing compliance regulations in the corporate world is intense, to say the least. That is why having an airtight risk compliance management system is crucial.

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Funding Opportunity: State Planning Grants to Promote Continuity of Care Following Incarceration

NASHP

In September, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a new funding opportunity of $106.5 million in planning grants to support states in promoting continuity of care for people transitioning from incarceration to community. States can use the grants to fill operational gaps, drive collaboration, and improve oversight as states implement new policy changes.

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A Brief Quantum Medicine Policy Guide

Bill Of Health

by Mauritz Kop, Suzan Slijpen, Katie Liu, Jin-Hee Lee, Constanze Albrecht & I. Glenn Cohen I. Introduction: Harnessing Quantum and AI in Precision Medicine The convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technology (QT) in precision medicine promises to revolutionize healthcare by enabling hyper-personalized treatment. Fundamentally, for our purposes, quantum technology leverages unique properties of quantum physicssuch as superposition and entanglementto solve problems beyond cl

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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How States and Tribes Can Leverage Medicaid to Improve the Health Care Delivered to American Indians and Alaskan Natives

NASHP

American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) continue to have poorer health outcomes when compared to other Americans. Compared to all other races, American Indians and Alaska Natives have a lower life expectancy and higher rates of mortality from chronic diseases, drug-related overdoses, and self-harm/suicide. In 2022, the average life expectancy at birth for AI/AN was 67.9 years, compared to 77.5 years for non-Hispanic Whites.

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Financial Incentives and Caregiving Decisions

Healthcare ECONOMIST

This is the subtitle of a study by Rebaudo et al. (2024) that aims to examine how different factors impact individual willingness to provide caregiving. The study is focused on potential caregivers in Germany. Before we get to the statistical analysis, first some background: Informal Caregiving in Germany The article provides a nice summary of informal long-term caregiving in Germany.

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Partnerships Between Health and Public Housing Authorities: Examples from Arizona, Louisiana, and Washington

NASHP

Evidence illustrates the connection between the stability and quality of housing and various health and social outcomes. States have, for many years, sought to make investments in bolstering and aligning health, behavioral health, and housing services and supports with the goal of improving housing stability and health outcomes and lowering costs. Implementing health and housing initiatives requires partnerships among Medicaid systems, other health and behavioral partners, and key housing partne

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As The Year End Looms, Home Care-Related Policy Proposals Heat Up In Washington DC 

Home Health Care

Congress has begun discussions on important health care policies set to expire on Dec. 31. On Dec. 3, Republicans submitted a preliminary proposal to Democrats, which includes a three-year extension of Medicares telehealth and hospital-at-home programs. They also suggested funding for community health centers and extensions for public health programs in Medicare and Medicaid.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.