by Alexander KHANUKOV | Feb 15, 2013 | Blog
The British Medical Journal released the results of a study which found that income inequality is related to an increased risk of hospital readmissions. However, the study found no link between income inequality and increased risk of death within 30 days. Another...
by old-_admin | Feb 7, 2013 | Blog
Health Care Partners, a health care organization in the southwest, has found a way to reduce medical costs. One way this is done is by providing in-home doctor visits to elderly patients. This prevents readmission into hospitals, and overall increases preventative...
by old-_admin | Feb 4, 2013 | Blog
The Affordable Care Act, which was signed in 2010 and will offer health care coverage to all citizens, requires a new position in the labor force when it begins to be implemented in 2014. Health care navigators will help individuals choose the best health insurance...
by old-_admin | Jan 18, 2013 | Blog
The Department of Health and Human Services gave Michigan a $30.6 million dollar grant to implement the Michigan Health Insurance Exchange. The exchange will be an online marketplace where insurance companies compete to give consumers the lowest price for coverage....
by old-_admin | Jan 17, 2013 | Blog
Reports show that a large number of hospital readmissions are caused by patients who do not get their prescriptions filled, or do not take their medications properly. St.Louis Hospital had implemented a program that includes prescription counseling and discharge...
