Relentless Republican efforts to replace the Affordable Care Act with the Better Care Reconciliation Act, seem wasted, as a result of their own party’s failure to unanimously agree on the proposed changes. In order to win a majority, the new healthcare bill can only afford to lose two Republican votes; as it stands, approximately ten Read more…
What is the surgical benefit of the Israel retractor?
Surgical retractors hold significant importance in the field of surgery. These surgical instruments serve their purpose when the surgeons need to hold back an incision or wound during surgical procedures. These incredible tools allow surgeons to get better access and visibility to the surgical area and great exposure to the other organs as well thereby Read more…
Top 20 EMR Providers
CureMD has been servicing practices across the US for over twenty years now and has received numerous accolades during that time. With an easy-to-use interface and amazing customer service, CureMD’s Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software caters to 32 specialties and helps physicians and office staff efficiently manage their daily operations. The company has also been Read more…
Republicans push for Obamacare repeal
For anyone who has depleted their savings on medical expenses, avoided going to the doctor for fear of a huge medical bill, or lost loved ones to cancer, Obamacare has been a tremendous blessing. Highly popular among Americans initially, President Obama’s signature health care law has provided health coverage to approximately 20 million Americans who Read more…
9 Steps to Successful EHR Implementation
Healthcare organizations need an efficient way to process and share care delivery information to increase productivity, deliver better quality care, save money and ensure compliance. Properly Switching EHR can deliver on this promise, and provide the most benefits associated with adopting digital technology. Are you ready? It comes as no surprise that technology continues to be an Read more…
Top Ten Blog Posts from 2016
A glimpse of top HeathIT blog posts from 2016. Did you miss out on the trending healthcare news and insights from last year? Don’t worry! We got it all covered from digital health to patient engagement, physician payment models to MACRA, MIPS to EHRs and the rise of Trump care. After delving deep into the Read more…
What You Can Expect From Trumpcare
Welcome back from your coma. What did you miss? Beyoncé released a perfect masterpiece of an album, the Chicago Cubs won the World Series, oh and Donald Trump is now the president of the United States of America. Throughout his campaign, President-elect Trump has taken a variety of stances on a number of topics regarding Read more…
MACRA: A Reality Affecting Us Sooner Than We Think
MACRA is born out of good intentions, but is fraught with implementation challenges. Anyone would think of MACRA’s implementation as a monumental task, when reading the final rule for it, which was issued by CMS on October 14. The document is indeed full of legal intricacies. The good news is that MACRA will pay physicians Read more…
How To Get Ready For MACRA
There are some terms that conjure dread in certain groups: LDL for middle-aged people, Brexit for London bankers, Presidential elections 2016 for Americans and MACRA for clinicians. Most clinicians don’t know much about it. Those that do, find little to appreciate. Everyone agrees that the intention behind the law is noble, but it is steeped Read more…
A Detailed Guide to Choosing Between Weight Loss Medications: Mounjaro, Ozempic, Saxenda, and Wegovy
In the journey towards achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, individuals often encounter a complex interplay of lifestyle choices, genetics, and metabolic challenges. With obesity rates climbing globally, the quest for effective weight management strategies has never been more critical. Amidst dietary plans and exercise regimens, pharmacological interventions have emerged as a pivotal component in Read more…