First Aid for Mental Health

Mental Health First Aid

When we think of first aid we may think of appropriate responses to physical injuries, like appropriate wound care, head trauma stabilization, or CPR.  Most of us do not consider the option of first aid for mental health issues, and many more of us would not know where to begin.  A groundbreaking initiative sponsored by the […]

Medical Director: Characteristics of Success

As healthcare continues to change, so do some of the roles within the industry, but no role has perhaps experienced a shift quite as significant as the Medical Director.  This position has taken on a dramatic evolutionary shift in responsibility and scope due to the rise of Managed Care Organizations and Accountable Care Organizations, coupled with healthcare reform and an industry which is now focused on efficiently driven quality care.

Re-admissions – Is Telehealth the Answer?

Summary:  Hospital readmissions are of major concern and account for a large portion of preventable healthcare costs. Is telehealth the answer or at least a viable option in conjunction with other alternatives?Re-admissions – Is Telehealth the Answer Hospital re-admissions have become a primary focus as of late.  A hospital re-admission is defined as a patient […]

ACA – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

ACA Basics

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a common term referring to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) of 2010. Other terms used
are Healthcare Reform and Obamacare.

Reducing Healthcare Costs with Increased Communication

Reducing healthcare costs can be spurred by using popular forms of communication including mobile, email, and much more. There are times when missing your doctor appointment can’t be helped — bad weather, work-related issues or possibly a sick child. Others miss appointments for more avoidable reasons such as forgetfulness or scheduling errors on their or […]