Epic, Abridge pair up to bring AI to medical documentation
By
Amy Novotney
Oct 10, 2023
AI-enabled documentation startup Abridge is integrating with Epic as part of the electronic health record vendor’s latest program for third-party developers.
Raises, respect and education are top desires in CNA survey
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Amy Novotney
Sep 12, 2023
For the second time in a row, staffing shortages were the top concern cited in the annual poll conducted by the National Association of Health Care Assistants.
AI that helps screen for heart disease could be boon for LTC
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Amy Novotney
Sep 12, 2023
The questionable accuracy of wearables and other digital tools screening for complex conditions such as heart disease has prevented these devices from being particularly helpful to date.
Telehealth, now with automatic documentation
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Amy Novotney
Sep 12, 2023
One of the largest telehealth platforms in the US is adding automated clinical documentation during virtual exams.
Skilled nursing referrals up as access shrinks, study finds
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Amy Novotney
Sep 12, 2023
Referrals for post-acute services, particularly skilled nursing care, are growing, but staffing shortages and patients with higher need at discharge are making it tougher for hospitals to connect patients...
Meet Rose Trevino, 2023 Rising Star
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Amy Novotney
Aug 03, 2023
Learn more about Rose Trevino, Director of Operations, Help at Home, Chicago.
Meet Emily Erickson, 2023 Rising Star
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 21, 2023
Learn more about Emily Erickson, Chief Clinical Officer, Retirement Unlimited Inc., Roanoke, VA.
Meet Amanda Young, 2023 Rising Star
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 20, 2023
Learn more about Amanda Young, Executive Director, The Wesley at Home, Towson MD.
Remote monitoring technology reduces hospital, doctor visits
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 10, 2023
A study showed the use of bed-monitoring software reduced the need for emergency hospital admissions and doctor visits. It also shaved time spent on administrative work.
Employers turn to new wellness benefits for staff stress relief
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 07, 2023
Benchmark Senior Living, which operates continuing care retirement communities and skilled nursing facilities throughout the Northeast, has announced a partnership with Spring Health, a virtual mental...
