HIT Consultant

AUGUST 21, 2023

These demographic trends are causing shifts within the healthcare sector and resulting in increased expenditure associated with the costs of treatment and prevention in old age. Both a lack of clinical engagement and inadequate resources are two often-cited areas that prevent better integration of otherwise promising digital solutions.

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Patient Safety Movement

MARCH 30, 2023

–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Joe Kiani, founder of the Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF), has been awarded the 2023 Robert L. Wears Patient Safety Leadership Award in the individual category, along with Dr. Kathryn Kellogg, Vice President for Patient Safety at the MedStar Institute for Quality & Safety.

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CDC

DECEMBER 14, 2022

This blog is a part of a series that CDC launched to highlight the importance of patient safety by providing educational information and simple ways to help people stay informed on public safety topics. Read the blog below, authored by Evelyn McKnight, to learn more about preventing unsafe injection practices.

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p3care

MAY 30, 2023

In the constantly evolving healthcare landscape, prioritizing patient safety is of utmost importance. With proper healthcare credentialing services, the providers can mitigate any legal risks as well. So, the credentialing process lays the foundation for a provider’s successful future.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

What You Should Know: – Inovalon , a provider of cloud-based healthcare data analytics solutions, announced today the acquisition of VigiLanz , a prominent provider of SaaS-based clinical surveillance and patient safety software.

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Patient Safety Movement

JUNE 2, 2023

President Clinton calls for a culture of conversion to promote patient safety in healthcare. June 2, 2023 — President Bill Clinton, 42nd President of the United States, headlined day two of the 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit, presented by the Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF).

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Patient Safety Movement

JUNE 2, 2023

President Clinton calls for a culture of conversion to promote patient safety in healthcare. June 2, 2023 — President Bill Clinton, 42nd President of the United States, headlined day two of the 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit, presented by the Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF).

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p3care

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Healthcare providers were working day and night to provide the ultimate patient care to everyone. CMS has therefore given some relaxations to providers who have already been stressed by PHE. The MIPS 2024 final rule has five new MVPs on the list for healthcare providers.

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CDC

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

This blog is a part of a series that CDC launched to highlight the importance of patient safety by providing educational information and simple ways to help people stay informed on public safety topics. Read the blog below, authored by Christian John Lillis, to learn more about the potential harms of antibiotic overuse.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 4, 2025

Repeated hospitalizations not only drive up expenses for healthcare providers and insurers, but they also place immense financial strain on patients and their families. Healthcare providers are already seeing tangible results from predictive AI models. Readmission rates are also high, adding to the collective cost.

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Readiness Rounds

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Hidden Key to Higher HCAHPS Scores: Better Use of Communication Boards The Power of Clear, Consistent Communication in Healthcare Patient communication boards are a simple yet highly effective tool in improving patient safety, satisfaction, and hospital performance.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 14, 2024

. – Caregility’s iObserver solution is already widely used for continuous patient monitoring, and the addition of AI-powered fall risk detection further enhances its value. By providing real-time alerts, healthcare providers can take proactive measures to prevent patient falls and improve overall patient safety.

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Patient Safety Movement

JUNE 1, 2023

On the first day of the Summit, global patient safety leaders call for increased urgency in reducing preventable deaths. I’m very optimistic that we’re really going to see a difference in healthcare,” he said. Healthcare is far too unsafe,” said Berwick. “A Irvine, Calif., Irvine, Calif.,

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Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In honor of World Health Organization World Patient Safety Day 2023, the Patient Safety Movement Foundation hosted a webinar dedicated to the theme of “Empowering Patients.” And they can provide feedback and advocacy so that their experiences can be used to improve care for other patients.”

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HIT Consultant

MARCH 15, 2024

The ransomware strike caused a chain reaction among healthcare providers, where payment systems were disrupted, cash flow halted, and—worst of all—patient safety was put in jeopardy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, providers accelerated their use of digital tools to deliver care and continue operations.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 1, 2024

We’ll take a closer look at this crucial intersection of technology and care, exploring how healthcare professionals can navigate these complexities — upholding patient safety and privacy instead of putting them at risk.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 31, 2024

What You Should Know: – ECRI , an independent healthcare safety organization, has released its annual Top 10 Health Technology Hazards list for 2024 , highlighting critical safety concerns for healthcare providers and the medical device industry. These systems offer a range of capabilities (e.g.,

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Icanotes

JANUARY 17, 2023

When done right, providers stay on the same page and get a complete picture of a patient's health to help guide treatment and analyze results. Reimbursement processes go smoothly, and providers reduce litigation risks. But when errors appear, they can cause significant problems and even risk the patient's safety or privacy.

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p3care

MAY 1, 2023

We understand the paramount necessity of identifying and preventing healthcare fraud and abuse. Fraudulent actions put patients’ trust and security in danger. On the other hand, they also cost healthcare practices a lot of money in the form of fines. It creates a major financial offense in the healthcare industry.

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Patient Safety Movement

JANUARY 1, 2023

There were several key changes this year for the Patient Safety Movement Foundation. Along with our Founder, Joe Kiani, we are laser focused on achieving a safer healthcare system, with zero preventable harm—both for patients and clinicians. Patients with C. This will lead to immediate improvement!

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

a leading cybersecurity and compliance company, and Ponemon Institute , a top IT security research organization, today released the results of a new study on the effect of cybersecurity in healthcare. Consequently, 62% have taken steps to prevent and respond to ransomware. Low preparedness puts patients at risk.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Virtual nursing is particularly emphasized as critical to improving healthcare outcomes and addressing workforce shortages. AI’s role in enhancing virtual care is also a recurring theme, with discussions around using AI for staff and patient safety and operational efficiency, always with a human in the loop.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 13, 2023

Pat Hurley, VP and General Manager, Americas at Acronis The protected health information (PHI) entrusted to healthcare providers is more valuable than credit card numbers to cyber criminals. A tight budget often means fewer staff to monitor, prevent, and recover from breaches. Lean IT staff. Fragmented security architecture.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 10, 2023

As adverse drug reactions rank as the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, pharmacogenomics plays a crucial role in patient care by utilizing genetic information to optimize medication strategies. The PREPARE study was a randomized, international, multi-facility study with 7,000 patients across the healthcare industry.

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Readiness Rounds

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Mentation: Preventing, identifying, treating, and managing cognitive impairments, including dementia, depression, and delirium. Mobility: Ensuring that older adults move safely every day to maintain function and prevent falls. This will help pinpoint areas of strength and opportunities for targeted improvement.

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Patient Safety Movement

MAY 18, 2023

The First Post-Covid In-Person World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit June 1-2, 2023 – Newport Beach, California Please join us at the 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit. The Summit’s focus is on eliminating preventable harm for both patients and healthcare workers.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

This is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to medical device recalls and safety. Today, manufacturers and healthcare providers don’t need to wait on the government to improve patient safety. But I still find that healthcare workers are unaware of how rampant this problem is.

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Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

MICHAEL RAMSAY Dear Patient Safety Advocates, I am excited to share some updates about the work we have been doing and introduce you to our new Chief Operating Officer – Dr. Sanaz Massoumi PhD. Dr. Massoumi joins us from Keck Medicine where she was Director of Regulatory and Patient Safety, Quality, and Outcomes Management.

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Patient Safety Movement

DECEMBER 1, 2022

And it’s largely preventable—if not the disease itself (in the case of Type 2 diabetes) then at least the most severe outcomes. Managing diabetes as early as possible is key, which is why this year’s theme for National Diabetes Month is building a healthcare team. Get Routine Care to Stay Healthy : Regular checkups are paramount.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 20, 2023

What You Should Know: – ECRI , the nation’s largest non-profit patient safety organization, names communications gaps with recalls of home-use medical devices as the nation’s most pressing health technology safety issue for 2023.

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Patient Safety Movement

JUNE 28, 2023

President Bill Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States, joined us again and demonstrated his strong commitment to patient safety. The event fostered a high-level exchange of ideas and initiatives to improve global patient safety.

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Patient Safety Movement

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Four out of five of these pregnancy deaths were considered preventable.2,3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Four in 5 Pregnancy-Related Deaths in the U.S. Are Preventable.”, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2023. 2,3 We must improve access to good maternity care. Michael A.E. Blanchi, D.W.,

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Patient Safety Movement

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Lam, PharmD, offers unique insights on patient safety from a pharmacist’s perspective. Dr. Burns is President of the Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management and Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of Collaborative Clinical Consultants, LLC. Of the seven resulting deaths, one was deemed preventable.

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Patient Safety Movement

APRIL 1, 2023

Save the Date: June 1-2, 2023 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit The 10-year anniversary marks professionals like you making a significant difference in eliminating preventable medical errors. Patient Safety Leadership Award Recognition Joe Kiani Receives the 2023 Robert L.

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Readiness Rounds

JANUARY 21, 2025

Early Identification of Issues: Proactive rounding facilitates the early detection of potential problems, enabling timely interventions that prevent immediate issues from escalating into major complications. link] American Hospital Association (AHA): Insights into patient experience and hospital management.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

By accurately stratifying patients based on their risk factors, the platform can help healthcare providers prioritize resources and intervene early to prevent adverse events. FeelBetter’s platform offers a promising solution to the challenges posed by polypharmacy.

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Cloud Blogs

OCTOBER 20, 2022

According to an American Medical Association survey of nearly 21,000 healthcare professionals, almost half reported at least one symptom of burnoutand 43 percent said they suffer from work overload. Doctors experiencing burnout are twice as likely to be involved in patient safety incidents, including medication errors and substandard care.

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