By Kimberly Smith, RN, COWN, FACCWS, Net Health Senior Clinical Solutions Executive Wound care has always required precision, patience, and a clear clinical narrative. As more complex wounds are managed in post-acute settings such as skilled nursing facilities, Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACHs), home health agencies, and outpatient wound centers, clinicians are carrying more of…
One of the most critical tasks healthcare organizations will do is select their technology providers. The right tech providers can enable their organization to enhance data security, streamline workflows, increase operational efficiency, and improve patient care. However, the wrong pick can cause a series of problems, including data breaches, interoperability issues, and even poorer patient…
CLIENT STORY Net Health Value-Based Care Solutions and Elevation Group: Turning Resident Insights into Measurable Impact Client:Elevation Group Setting: Skilled Nursing Size:6 Affiliated Facilities Key Results: ROI Gain from $1.73 to $18.83 Improved CMS rating from 1 to 3 stars Expanded the respiratory program from 12 to 72 residents When a resident at a skilled nursing facility supported by…
Every state and the District of Columbia require that occupational therapists be licensed in order to practice. General licensing requirements include graduating from an accredited program of study, completing supervised field work, and passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. For an occupational therapy license to remain active and valid, like…
Upper back pain, which can include thoracic spine pain, often takes a backseat to more prevalent cervical and lumbar complaints in physical therapy settings. However, it represents a significant, though less common, challenge for physical therapists (PTs) and patients alike. Consider one study of more than 9,000 participants where 8% of respondents indicated that upper…
Wounds, especially the chronic type, not only have a significant economic impact on our healthcare system but also on patients’ quality of life. Notably, nearly 2.5% of the U.S. population suffers from chronic wounds. That’s why wound care is a fundamental aspect of medical practice across virtually all disciplines. From the primary care physician managing…
New year planning isn’t just for individuals who want to go to the gym more or pay off debt. In businesses, it’s often the time individual and team performance over the past year is evaluated and priorities are established for the next year. It could involve offering promotions to outstanding staff members, realigning the budget…
Physical therapy is a fundamental component of the healthcare system, as evidenced by the more than 300 million rehabilitation sessions that occur annually. Patients seek your clinical expertise to improve their functional health and overall quality of life. However, it’s not just this alone that leads to excellent care and profitability. In addition to your…
For many, it’s challenging to imagine a time before electronic medical records existed. But believe it or not, in the not-so-distant past, paper-based records were the standard way for providers to detail a patient’s medical information. Due to technology, we’ve leaped from pen-to-paper documentation to typing on handheld mobile devices. Yet, how exactly did electronic…
“Shoulder pain is the third most common musculoskeletal presentation in primary care after back and knee pain,” says one study on the assessment, treatment, and referral of shoulder pain. While pain gets better within six months for about 50% of all people, according to the same study, who wants to wait that long? That’s where…
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