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Fecal Microbiota Transplant for Patients With IBD and rCDI: Safety and Efficacy
03/28/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent...
03/28/2024
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Two-Step Testing Linked With Lower Rate of CDI Treatment in Colonized Patients
03/14/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm...
03/14/2024
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HexSDF and HexRK are Required for Clostridioides difficile Synthesis, Which Impacts Resistance to Daptomycin and Bacitracin
11/15/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of...
11/15/2023
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Quiz
CDI Risk Factors
10/23/2023
What is the primary risk factor for Clostridioides difficile infection?
What is the primary risk factor for Clostridioides difficile infection?
What is the primary risk factor...
10/23/2023
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alpesh amin
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How Does CDI Impact Health Care Utilization, Costs in Older Patients?
10/23/2023

Featuring Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA 

Featuring Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA  ...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor...
10/23/2023
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Literature Review
Promising Outcomes for SER-109: A New Approach to Managing Recurrent CDI
10/23/2023

Danielle Sposato

Danielle Sposato
Not only does SER-109 effectively treat CDI, but results show that it can even reduce recurrence. A major benefit when it comes to associated health care costs for patients.
Not only does SER-109 effectively treat CDI, but results show that it can even reduce recurrence. A major benefit when it comes to associated health care costs for patients.
Not only does SER-109...
10/23/2023
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Comprehensive C difficile Infection Management Approach
10/17/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and...
10/17/2023
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Navigating CDI Prevention Implementation: Frontline Insights from VA Health Care Facilities
10/11/2023
Hannah Musick
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key...
10/11/2023
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Study Identifies Challenges and Improvement Opportunities Relating to Faecal Microbiota Transplantation for C difficile Infections
10/02/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of...
10/02/2023
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Study Finds Substantial Gaps in Nurse Understanding of CDI Prevention
09/27/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal...
09/27/2023
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Transmission of C difficile Between People and Pets Appears Rare
09/26/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear...
09/26/2023
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Fecal Microbiota Transplant for Patients With IBD and rCDI: Safety and Efficacy
03/28/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent...
03/28/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Two-Step Testing Linked With Lower Rate of CDI Treatment in Colonized Patients
03/14/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm...
03/14/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
HexSDF and HexRK are Required for Clostridioides difficile Synthesis, Which Impacts Resistance to Daptomycin and Bacitracin
11/15/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of...
11/15/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Comprehensive C difficile Infection Management Approach
10/17/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and...
10/17/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Navigating CDI Prevention Implementation: Frontline Insights from VA Health Care Facilities
10/11/2023
Hannah Musick
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key...
10/11/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Study Identifies Challenges and Improvement Opportunities Relating to Faecal Microbiota Transplantation for C difficile Infections
10/02/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of...
10/02/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Study Finds Substantial Gaps in Nurse Understanding of CDI Prevention
09/27/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal...
09/27/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Transmission of C difficile Between People and Pets Appears Rare
09/26/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear...
09/26/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Addressing Multiple Negatives During Clostridioides difficile Testing
09/20/2023
Julie Gould
Insights are shared from a case report of a patient with multiple negative tests for Clostridioides difficile infection, despite presenting with severe colitis, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and treating C difficile infections.
Insights are shared from a case report of a patient with multiple negative tests for Clostridioides difficile infection, despite presenting with severe colitis, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and treating C difficile infections.
Insights are shared from a case...
09/20/2023
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News
CDI Associated With Worse Outcomes After Certain Surgical Procedures
09/15/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) after surgery is differentially associated with hospital length of stay, costs, readmissions, and mortality across specific procedures in US patients, according to a study published in the journal...
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) after surgery is differentially associated with hospital length of stay, costs, readmissions, and mortality across specific procedures in US patients, according to a study published in the journal...
Clostridioides difficile...
09/15/2023
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AHA Voices Concern Over CMS Payment Updates to LTC Hospitals
08/07/2024
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital...
08/07/2024
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Obesity Linked to Distinct Heart Muscle Abnormalities in Patients With HFpEF, Study Finds
08/05/2024
A recent study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research highlighted the significant impact of severe obesity on myocardial ultrastructure in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), revealing potential...
A recent study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research highlighted the significant impact of severe obesity on myocardial ultrastructure in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), revealing potential...
A recent study published in...
08/05/2024
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New Treatment Options Benefit Patients With Relapsed/Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
08/05/2024
Patients with relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma tend to have a poorer response and shortened progression-free survival with each subsequent treatment, but new treatment options are emerging.
Patients with relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma tend to have a poorer response and shortened progression-free survival with each subsequent treatment, but new treatment options are emerging.
Patients with...
08/05/2024
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Conference Coverage
Centering Patients Within Value-Based Care
07/30/2024
Asembia 2024 speakers Olivia Banyon and Sean McCabe discuss the concept of value-based care, patient-centered care, clinician well-being, and system workflows to improve the quality of life for patients.
Asembia 2024 speakers Olivia Banyon and Sean McCabe discuss the concept of value-based care, patient-centered care, clinician well-being, and system workflows to improve the quality of life for patients.
Asembia 2024 speakers Olivia...
07/30/2024
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Sun Exposure Linked With Lower Risk of Follicular Lymphoma
07/30/2024
High sun exposure in warmer months may protect against the development of follicular lymphoma, according to a study published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention.
High sun exposure in warmer months may protect against the development of follicular lymphoma, according to a study published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention.
High sun exposure in warmer...
07/30/2024
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News
Updated CDC Recommendation for RSV Vaccination in Older Adults
07/29/2024
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccine advisory group updated its recommendation for the use of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine in older adults so that people ages 60 to 74 with certain underlying conditions...
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccine advisory group updated its recommendation for the use of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine in older adults so that people ages 60 to 74 with certain underlying conditions...
The Center for Disease Control...
07/29/2024
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Bill McElnea
Conference Coverage
Unlocking the Value-Based Care Potential of Health System Specialty Pharmacies
07/26/2024
Asembia 2024 speaker Bill McElnea discusses the role of health system specialty pharmacies in reducing total cost of care, enhancing medication adherence, and improving outcomes under value-based care arrangements.
Asembia 2024 speaker Bill McElnea discusses the role of health system specialty pharmacies in reducing total cost of care, enhancing medication adherence, and improving outcomes under value-based care arrangements.
Asembia 2024 speaker Bill...
07/26/2024
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Meta-Analysis Shows Bidirectional Link Between Psoriasis and Asthma
07/26/2024
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis spanning 12.4 million patients found a significant bidirectional association between psoriasis and asthma. Researchers published their findings online in BMC Pulmonary Medicine.
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis spanning 12.4 million patients found a significant bidirectional association between psoriasis and asthma. Researchers published their findings online in BMC Pulmonary Medicine.
A recent systematic review and...
07/26/2024
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HIV Cases Rise Among Gay Latinos
07/24/2024
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise...
07/24/2024
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Ashley Joseph
Conference Coverage
The Impact of AI on Infusion Patient Care and Operational Efficiency
07/22/2024
NICA 2024 session speaker Ashley Joseph of LeanTaas shares insights on how AI technologies are revolutionizing infusion therapy operations, improving care coordination, and ultimately enhancing the patient experience in these critical care...
NICA 2024 session speaker Ashley Joseph of LeanTaas shares insights on how AI technologies are revolutionizing infusion therapy operations, improving care coordination, and ultimately enhancing the patient experience in these critical care...
NICA 2024 session speaker Ashley...
07/22/2024
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How Does CDI Impact Health Care Utilization, Costs in Older Patients?
10/23/2023

Featuring Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA 

Featuring Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA  ...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor...
10/23/2023
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Podcasts
Understanding the Indirect, Direct Costs Linked With Recurrent Clostridioides difficile
09/23/2021
Julie Gould
According to Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, recurrent CDI is multifactorial, and when estimating the burden of this condition, both direct and indirect costs should be considered.
According to Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, recurrent CDI is multifactorial, and when estimating the burden of this condition, both direct and indirect costs should be considered.
According to Gil Melmed, MD,...
09/23/2021
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Gil Melmed, MD
Podcasts
Costs, Utilization Linked With Recurrent Clostridioides difficile Infection
06/30/2021
Julie Gould
Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, discusses recurrence rates among patients with Clostridioides difficile infection, and breaks down the treatment challenges, high costs, and higher health care utilization this patient population often...
Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, discusses recurrence rates among patients with Clostridioides difficile infection, and breaks down the treatment challenges, high costs, and higher health care utilization this patient population often...
Gil Melmed, MD,...
06/30/2021
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Podcasts
Bringing Awareness to Clostridioides difficile and Reviewing the Typical Treatment Regimen
06/01/2021
Julie Gould
In an effort to bring more awareness to Clostridioides difficile, Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles, breaks down the typical treatment regimen for this patient population, reviews treatment guidelines, and...
In an effort to bring more awareness to Clostridioides difficile, Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles, breaks down the typical treatment regimen for this patient population, reviews treatment guidelines, and...
In an effort to bring more...
06/01/2021
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Commentary
Payer-Provider Synergy: Aligning at the Fulcrum Points
08/05/2024
Payer-provider collaboration represents a crucial opportunity to bridge the gap between those who provide care and those who finance it. In this commentary, experts delve into strategies to help foster a collaborative relationship between...
Payer-provider collaboration represents a crucial opportunity to bridge the gap between those who provide care and those who finance it. In this commentary, experts delve into strategies to help foster a collaborative relationship between...
Payer-provider collaboration...
08/05/2024
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Videos
Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
07/31/2024
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact...
07/31/2024
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O & S
Interview
The Impact of Labor Shortages on Long-Term Care and Homecare
07/31/2024
Guest experts weigh in on the ongoing issue of labor shortages in the health care homecare industry as well as solutions for maintaining a robust, engaged, and well-trained workforce.
Guest experts weigh in on the ongoing issue of labor shortages in the health care homecare industry as well as solutions for maintaining a robust, engaged, and well-trained workforce.
Guest experts weigh in on the...
07/31/2024
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Gavin Magaha
Interview
Strategies for Managing Duplicate Discounts Under the 340B Drug Discount Program
07/31/2024
Discover insights from an industry expert on 340B policy and compliance as they delve into industry trends, potential reforms, and the future of drug discount programs in the health care landscape.
Discover insights from an industry expert on 340B policy and compliance as they delve into industry trends, potential reforms, and the future of drug discount programs in the health care landscape.
Discover insights from an...
07/31/2024
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Interview
Insights on the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule: Implications and Opportunities for Virtual Care Management Services
07/26/2024
The current Medicare Physician Fee Schedule brought many significant changes to increase access to much needed virtual care management (VCM) services to underserved populations. Learn more about the potential implications of these fee...
The current Medicare Physician Fee Schedule brought many significant changes to increase access to much needed virtual care management (VCM) services to underserved populations. Learn more about the potential implications of these fee...
The current Medicare Physician...
07/26/2024
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Ryan Bosch
Interview
Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding the Impact of Social Determinants of Health (Part 2)
07/24/2024
Discover how social determinants of health have historically been overlooked in health care, the obstacles preventing professionals from addressing them, and the potential consequences of reducing policy support in this eye-opening interview...
Discover how social determinants of health have historically been overlooked in health care, the obstacles preventing professionals from addressing them, and the potential consequences of reducing policy support in this eye-opening interview...
Discover how social determinants...
07/24/2024
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Commentary
Easing the Nursing Shortage Burden With Wins on Quality, Cost, Scale
07/10/2024
Already challenged with cost, care, and administrative pressures, health care organizations are now staring down a daunting talent supply-and-demand gap. This shortage will negatively affect affordability and access to care for consumers and...
Already challenged with cost, care, and administrative pressures, health care organizations are now staring down a daunting talent supply-and-demand gap. This shortage will negatively affect affordability and access to care for consumers and...
Already challenged with cost,...
07/10/2024
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Ryan Bosch
Interview
Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding the Impact of Social Determinants of Health (Part 1)
07/09/2024
Discover how social determinants of health have historically been overlooked in healthcare, the obstacles preventing professionals from addressing them, and the potential consequences of reducing policy support in this eye-opening interview...
Discover how social determinants of health have historically been overlooked in healthcare, the obstacles preventing professionals from addressing them, and the potential consequences of reducing policy support in this eye-opening interview...
Discover how social determinants...
07/09/2024
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Commentary
Expanding Access to Life-Saving Cardiac Care
07/01/2024
More than 6 million Americans are living with heart failure (HF), the leading cause of hospitalization among adults 65 and older. In this commentary, Chris Darland, CEO, Peerbridge Health, discusses emerging technologies, such as AI-enabled...
More than 6 million Americans are living with heart failure (HF), the leading cause of hospitalization among adults 65 and older. In this commentary, Chris Darland, CEO, Peerbridge Health, discusses emerging technologies, such as AI-enabled...
More than 6 million Americans...
07/01/2024
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Brian Esterly
Interview
Navigating the Future of Virtual Chronic Care Management
06/28/2024
Learn about the impact of the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, the importance of virtual care management services in chronic care, and how organizations like TimeDoc can help providers navigate the changing health care landscape.
Learn about the impact of the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, the importance of virtual care management services in chronic care, and how organizations like TimeDoc can help providers navigate the changing health care landscape.
Learn about the impact of the...
06/28/2024
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