The Windy City, aka Chicago, has a rich history, and not just as the birthplace of the world’s first skyscraper or where the first atom was split in 1942 at the University of Chicago. It’s also the site where the nation’s first open-heart surgery was performed in 1983, making it a fitting location for this year’s Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Global Health Conference and Exhibition. In mid-April, players from across the global healthcare ecosystem—from healthcare providers and payers to regulatory officials and health IT vendors—will converge to learn about the latest advancements in healthcare technology, network with… Read entire article here
Did you know that April is “Stress Awareness Month”? The designation first began in 1992, but stress, burnout, and mental health weren’t exactly headline news back then. Times certainly have changed. As in other areas of life, the COVID-19 pandemic exposed and exacerbated stress—especially among the healthcare workforce—but it also acted as a catalyst, bringing more visibility to the issue. Stress is a major contributor to health issues, including mental and physical conditions. In the workplace, stress can lead to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and poor morale. One area where stress is especially prevalent is in healthcare organizations, and that’s… Read entire article here
March 7, 2023
Preparing for the Gray Tsunami: Benefits of Prior Authorization Software for Long-Term Care and Home Health Care Organizations
by Susan Lawson-Dawson | Healthcare Technology, Prior Authorization
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2050 the number of Americans aged 65 and older will hit 83.7 million. That’s a huge leap since 2011, when the first Baby Boomers began turning 65. Is it any surprise that the retirement “coming of age” for Baby Boomers has been called a gray tsunami? Unlike a tsunami in nature which happens with little warning, however, we know that this wave is coming. How does prior authorization software help long-term care and home health care providers manage the rising tide of demand? Higher healthcare needs increase administrative burden More patients over the… Read entire article here
Remember the classic tale of The Little Engine that Could? Moving forward on healthcare interoperability has felt like chugging uphill slowly, but as existing and new regulations come into force, momentum will shift. What can you expect to see? Improved data exchange between providers and payers, enabling streamlined processes like prior authorization automation. Mapping the regulatory path to interoperability This journey officially began back in 1996, when the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act—or HIPAA—set national standards for electronic health transactions and code sets, as well as privacy and security rules for protected health information. In 2003, the Medicare Prescription… Read entire article here
