Wed.Dec 27, 2023

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Adverse events increased after hospitals acquired by private equity, study finds

Fierce Healthcare

A hospital’s acquisition by a private equity firm is linked to a rise in adverse events despite the pool of lower risk patients they tend to admit, according to a Medicare Part A claims analysis pu | Hospital-acquired adverse events among Medicare beneficiaries were 25% higher within the three years after a private equity acquisition compared to control hospitals, researchers found when reviewing millions of Part A claims.

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Getting to patients in rural America and healthcare deserts via health IT

Healthcare It News

TimeDoc Health CEO Brian Esterly talks the rise in comorbidities complicating the delivery of care, key social determinants of health issues, healthcare deserts and how health IT can help caregivers aid all of these patients.

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Brookdale Senior Living Sells Its 20% Stake In Home Health, Hospice JV With HCA Healthcare

Home Health Care

Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD) has sold its 20% stake in the home health, hospice and therapy joint venture it has with HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA). The company announced the news Wednesday, but did not specify who it sold the remaining stake to. It did announce the price tag, however, which was $27 million. In tandem with that news, it announced that it has also completed two financing transactions, which “refinanced all of its remaining 2024 debt maturities.” “We believe the positive

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[ANSWERED] What is a Fee for Service in Dental?

Etactics

Between 50 and 80% of adults in the United States have some degree of dental anxiety, ranging from mild to severe. In other words, going to any type of doctor’s office or appointment can be quite intimidating. In dental care, this is especially true. To make matters worse, more than 20% of adults do not see a dentist regularly and 9 to 15% avoid dental care altogether.

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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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12 ways to stop feet swelling from diabetes

Healthcare Associates

If you’ve been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, keeping your feet healthy is as important as keeping your blood sugar levels in check. That’s because diabetes causes poor blood flow and increases your risk of developing nerve damage. This can lead to swelling, the inability to feel your feet, and other foot-related problems. According to Cleveland Clinic , “the chance that a person with diabetes will develop a foot condition at some time in their life is about 15%.

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Healthcare AI News 12/27/23

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News Researchers predict that AI will enhance the longer-term benefits.

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Readers Write: Trauma Thoughts

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Trauma ThoughtsBy Nicole Cook, APRN Nicole Cook, APRN, MSN is.

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Readers Write: The Evolving Role of a Security Control Assessor

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The Evolving Role of a Security Control AssessorBy Angela Fitzpatrick.

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Readers Write: The Importance of Accurate Benefits Data in Healthcare

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The Importance of Accurate Benefits Data in HealthcareBy Gary Davis.

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Morning Headlines 12/28/23

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Attorney General James Secures $300,000 from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for Failing.

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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