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The unspoken sick-day rules of health care haven’t been changed by the pandemic
Nearly 3 years into a global pandemic, doctors and nurses have seen their workplace sickness policies change with the ebbs and flows of COVID-19. They’ve had their temperatures taken, filled out screening forms, and adapted to shift PPE availability. But according to those who work at the bedside, attitudes toward entering work sick haven’t changed […]
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State assisted living facilities are asking to slow down, and to work with stakeholders on new emergency rules
Assisted Living Florida (ALF) facilities are raising questions about new emergency management regulations proposed by state health care regulators. The Healthcare Administration Agency The AHCA held an hour-long workshop on Tuesday with ALF providers, local emergency management officials, and others who reported concerns with proposed regulations. The proposals relate to comprehensive emergency management and emergency […]
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Healthcare organizations are looking for new uses for virtual health technology
The virtual health revolution has spread over the past few years, notably through generational shifting events such as the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, health care leaders, organizations, and policy makers see the value of virtual health, both in terms of patient convenience and experience, and the cost savings that virtual health can provide […]
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Google Cloud Health Strategy, the NIH’s Covid data dilemma, and the rumored telehealth mergers
You’re reading the web version of STAT Health Tech, our guide to how technology is changing the life sciences. Sign up for this newsletter Delivered to your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday.What to watch: Google’s attempts to monetize AI in health The search giant is trying to monetize its artificial intelligence for the healthcare markets […]
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The caregiver’s lament: How to deal with the costs of care
NEW YORK, Nov. 29 (Reuters) – You probably know PJ Byrne from movies, most likely as one of the fast-living psychics alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in “The Wolf of Wall Street.” But Byrne’s most important role these days is closer to home: that of son and caregiver. His 79-year-old father has been suffering from dementia for […]
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New rules to allow nurse practitioners to work more independently
Supporters say the new rules approved this month will improve access to health care in many communities that lack it. Some doctors worry that the rules will expand the range of services nurse practitioners provide. The California Nursing Agency has approved rules that will allow nurse practitioners to treat patients without a doctor’s supervision. It’s […]
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There could be a seismic shift in Medicaid
The Florida giant healthcare agency is moving forward with one of the largest and most expensive contracts in the state. It will be a big job. The Health Care Administration Agency will eventually be tasked with awarding new six-year contracts to a handful of managed care companies, making them responsible for the health care of […]
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Requirements for nurse practitioners are changing, allowing them to practice without a physician’s supervision News
The California Nursing Agency has approved rules that will allow nurse practitioners to treat patients without a doctor’s supervision. It’s a move aimed at expanding access to care in the Golden State at a time when workforce shortages plague every corner of health care. The vote earlier this month is one of the last major […]
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A revolution in American health care coverage has begun
Americans spend more on Medicare as a percentage of GDP than any other country. to me Contract ends in 2020Insurance premiums rose 47 percent and deductibles jumped about 69 percent. Even with employer-based medical insurance benefits, employees now pay nearly $6,000 on average toward an employer average of $22,221 for family coverage. Moreover, getting medical […]
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The Freedom of Health Care Act is a vital solution to runaway medical debt
As the pandemic continues, contributing to soaring inflation and a looming economic recession, Americans from all walks of life may be concerned about their medical bills. Freedom of Health Actproposed by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), seeks to help Americans take back control of their health care expenditures by creating “Health Freedom Accounts” similar to existing […]