Category Archives: Health Care: Literacy
Hospital ratings by patients mirror facilities’ outcome metrics
Since 2008, patients have been able to post comments on and rate hospitals using the NHS Choices website, in the same way as they might rate a hotel on Tripadvisor. The system’s proponents suggest that it helps patients to choose … Continue reading
Healthcare data system shift on schedule for Q3 2013 implementation
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ICD-10 represents one of the most comprehensive projects in healthcare today with far-reaching impacts throughout the healthcare delivery system. An added layer of complexity involves the implementation of other significant programs, such as Meaningful Use and 5010, in a … Continue reading
Medical technology use up considerably: HHS’s Sebelius
Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the number of hospitals using health information technology (IT) has more than doubled in the last two years. She also announced new data showing nearly 2,000 hospitals and … Continue reading
How electronic health records may benefit diabetes patients: new study
Health Serv Res. 2012 Jan 17. doi: 10.1111/j.1475-6773.2011.01370.x. [Epub ahead of print] The Effectiveness of Implementing an Electronic Health Record on Diabetes Care and Outcomes. Herrin J, da Graca B, Nicewander D, Fullerton C, Aponte P, Stanek G, Cowling T, … Continue reading
