EHRs Play Critical Role in Radiology Decision-Making
As the use of electronic medical records (EMRs), now electronic health records (EHRs), becomes more prevalent, users are beginning to really understand their ultimate value and critical use. One of…
PFCD to Develop National Blueprint to Tackle Chronic Disease in India
In India, the rapid rise of the impact of chronic diseases has become a serious public health issue. According to the World health Organization (WHO) chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account…
Beyond the Buzz: 35 Success Strategies for Healthcare Social Media in 2015
The start of a new year is the perfect time to review your social media strategy: to determine what’s working best, ditch or revise what isn’t, and resolve to build…
Virtual Visits: Cutting Healthcare Costs
An Alliance for Connected Care study released in December estimates that virtual visits could save an average of $126 per visit. Researchers found on average, telehealth visits cost between $40 and $50,…
What’s the Cause of Chronic Abdominal Pain?
I see patients with abdominal pain every day. Over my career, I’ve sat across the desk facing thousands of folks with every variety of stomach ache imaginable. I’ve listened to…
Business Analytics for Radiology
In today’s competitive healthcare environment, radiologic service providers must operate under increasing requirements and constraints as they face decreasing resources and reimbursements. Consequently, they must continuously demonstrate values to their…
Changes to Value-Based Purchasing Measures in 2015
As Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) continues to take hold, there are some important changes to the expectations and regulations that govern it in 2015. As Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) continues to take…
Hospital Visitors Recall Digital, TV and Print Ads
90% people who were exposed to advertisement in a healthcare facility recall at least one ad they saw during their visit. 90% people who were exposed to advertisement in a…
The Essential Cheat Sheet on Radiology Billing
When it comes to profitability in healthcare, billing is only one part of the big picture. There are steps any radiology practice must take in order to ensure financial success.…
The Future of Mobile Healthcare Is Like a Warm Marshmallow
As we look towards a new year, we thought it was time for a few predictions: As we look towards a new year, we thought it was time for a few predictions:Patient…
