Anthony J.’s Post

Similar situation in Canada but not always a bad thing. Family Drs with training for the widest scope often provide care in places where they lack services from other specialties eg in rural have GP Anesthetists and will choose focused practices if the pay is better than comprehensive office based practice. Govt can change this by promoting teams of MDs & health care providers to group themselves together to support broad scope primary care which means we need a definition of standard expectation of what a team should provide and a way to group according to fulfillment of services and aligned funding model with accountability! www.TeamPrimaryCare.ca

Medicare pays the physician rate for evaluation and management services at all off-campus hospital outpatient departments. Get the facts at https://lnkd.in/enPqNJ39  #HealthCarePolicy #MedicareFacts #HealthCareCosts #HealthPolicy #SiteNeutral

The value of remote patient monitoring makes it to Congress..... Rep. Hern: “If you could share with us, what kind of savings we could see with these services and some of the successes you’ve had in ambulatory care, and things of that nature.” Remote patient monitoring provider: “Our data shows that we’re able to reduce the total cost of care, inclusive of the additional costs for remote monitoring, by 23 percent, primarily driven by lower ED [emergency department] utilization, lower inpatient admissions, lower skilled nursing facility…Effectively, we’re keeping patients independent and healthier at home for longer which is ultimately our goal.” https://lnkd.in/gbynWnBA

Imagine needing a routine check-up and finding your local clinic has closed its doors. This is becoming a harsh reality for many Washingtonians. As the pandemic's financial aftershocks continue to destabilize hospitals, another crisis is brewing: the financial instability of our outpatient services. Outpatient clinics are vital for managing chronic conditions and providing preventive and specialist care, yet they’re grappling with reduced reimbursements, soaring costs, and staffing shortages. These challenges are forcing closures and mergers, impacting thousands of patients. This issue is especially important to me because I work closely with private practices across the nation with Wayfinder RCM. I see firsthand the struggles these clinics face and the critical role they play in our healthcare system. And as a fellow healthcare consumer, this is an issue that needs awareness and more voices. If we value our health and that of our communities, we must support outpatient services and ensure they remain viable. Discover more about this pressing issue in the insightful Seattle Times op-ed: https://lnkd.in/g4nmSpvG

Hospital at Home programs aim to shift healthcare services into patients' homes, promising better outcomes and faster recovery. However, these programs often overlook the cultural, personal, and environmental realities that patients and caregivers face. Paurvi B. of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers emphasizes that while the clinical benefits of home-based care are evident, many homes are ill-equipped for such complex medical activity. Healthcare organizations typically design these programs from a clinical standpoint, failing to consider personal routines, cultural practices, and the added stress imposed on already burdened family caregivers. This oversight can negatively impact patient engagement, adherence to care plans, and overall satisfaction, potentially undermining clinical outcomes. To improve success, healthcare leaders must involve patients and caregivers in program development, paying attention to their specific needs and preferences. Without such considerations, home-based care programs risk adding strain to the home environment, potentially reducing the program’s effectiveness and sustainability. We are the One! #revenuecycle #revenuecyclemanagement #priorauthorization #medicalbilling #medicalcoding #healthcare #healthcaretechnology #accountsreceivables #denialmanagement #consulting #management #implementationpartner HealthLeaders

🌟Our Co-founder and CEO, Jacob Haddad discussed how to improve productivity in acute trusts, in his recent article for NHS Confederation. 🌟 With 7.6 million patients waiting and public satisfaction at record lows, Jacob calls on the government to give staff in acute trusts access to modern communication solutions to modernise how care is delivered, so they can drive productivity improvements and reduce waiting lists. Read the full article to learn about two changes that can be made to the way elective and outpatient services deliver care, which would see quick results. https://lnkd.in/eXw_DRUk #AcuteTrusts #HealthcareTransformation #DigitalHealth

This article highlights how the ongoing physician shortage is leading to longer wait times for patients and increasing the burden on healthcare workers. The shortage has caused many patients to face delays in accessing care. Teaching health centers with residency training, such as THCGME grantee Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, are playing a significant role in alleviating these challenges by preparing new physicians to enter the workforce. https://lnkd.in/gQFfk-Wx #THCGME #CommunityHealthCenters

The primary care provider shortage is affecting practices and patients across the country. Open positions for physicians and clinical staff remain vacant for months, while patients struggle to get the care they need. According to a recent report from Healthcare Dive: ➡️During the past decade, there has been a 36% jump in the share of U.S. children without a usual source of care—among adults, it’s a 21% increase ➡️Primary care accounts for 35% of healthcare visits but receives only about 5% to 7% of total healthcare expenditures ➡️Only 15% of all physicians in 2021 were providing outpatient primary care three to five years after residency “Primary care is the cornerstone of community health. It helps us live longer lives, prevents disease, and reduces health disparities. It is indispensable to strengthening our nation’s ability to withstand another deadly pandemic or climate disaster. And yet, over 100 million Americans report they lack access to a regular doctor or source of care,” writes Healthcare Dive. Be sure to read the full report at: https://lnkd.in/ehmqHB8U. #HealthcareStaffingCrisis #PhysicianShortages #PatientCare

Some great news for primary care in Windsor-Essex today! Andrew Dowie made the exciting announcement that the Ontario government is investing $1,979,761 to connect more people to primary care teams in Windsor-Essex through the Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor Essex County Branch. This is part of Ontario’s $110 million investment to connect up to 328,000 people to primary care teams, bringing the province one step closer to connecting everyone in Ontario to primary care. “This investment by the Ontario government under the leadership of Premier Ford and Minister Jones, will significantly grow our primary care capacity in Windsor-Essex and serve nearly 8000 additional residents in our community,” said Andrew Dowie, Member of Provincial Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh. “This funding will expand primary care access with investments in human health resources and extend the outreach for the Mobile Medical Support (MMS) team (Erie Shores HealthCare) team,” said Nicole Sbrocca, CEO, CMHA-WECB. Funding will also allow for the expansion of services of the CMHA Health Centre and Shelter Health. “The MMS is a mobile healthcare clinic that has successfully provided episodic primary care, preventative care, and wraparound services to a variety of vulnerable, high risk, underserved popula[ons across Windsor Essex County.” Ontario currently leads the country with 90% of people connected to a regular health care provider. As a next step to close the gap for people not connected to primary care in the community, the province is supporting the expansion of interprofessional primary care teams in Windsor-Essex. Interprofessional primary care teams connect people to a range of health professionals that work together under one roof, including doctors, nurse practitioners, registered and practical nurses, physiotherapists, social workers, and dietitians, among others. Timely access to primary care helps people stay healthier for longer with faster diagnosis and treatment, as well as more consistent support managing their day-to-day health while relieving pressures on emergency departments and walk-in clinics. #healthcare #primarycare #familydoctor #teams #windsor #essexcounty

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSAgov), HHS released a 2023 State of Primary Care Workforce Report. Here's the link to this report: https://lnkd.in/gtEqEcyF This report provides current and critical factors impacting the healthcare landscape, primarily for #primarycare. Key takeaways: - a projected shortage of 68,020 primary care physicians by 2036 - the rising burnout rates - a changing demographic landscape At Ursamin, we're on a mission to bring more holistic solutions. Our focus? Reducing the burden of primary care, shared care plans that move with the patient, and embracing caregivers seamlessly into the care team. #Healthcare #PrimaryCare #Ursamin