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Hospitals illegally claimed $4 million in education funds, says OIG

The agency placed the bulk of the blame on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the agency has signaled intent to tighten oversight.

Hospital communication-and-resolution programs do not expand liability risk

Some medical centers are wary that willingly admitting errors could result in increased liability costs, which has been a barrier to adoption.

Patient safety in hospitals still a concern; investment in nurses recommended

Between 2005 and 2016, only 21 percent of hospitals substantially improved their clinical work environments; most made no improvements.

Emergency department visits by uninsured patients drop in Illinois after Medicaid expansion

The ACA expanded Medicaid coverage eligibility to adults with incomes up to 133 percent of the federal poverty level, but the law;s fate is uncertain

Healthcare leaders optimistic about business performance, expect it to continue

Almost three-quarters expect business to perform better in the next year, and nobody thought they’d do worse.

Blockchain is coming to healthcare, and here are some of the jobs that might emerge

There are a lot more blockchain jobs than there were at this time last year, and they may coming to healthcare sooner than people think.

Getting a handle on social determinants of health requires investing in predictive analytics, EHR integration

Social determinants are important to track and can lead to improved finances, but there need to be better and more consistent methods of tracking.

How reversing diabetes cost to drive savings impact is viable

The healthcare system could save $10 billion annually if Type 2 sufferers used dietary changes to reduce HbA1c levels by 1 percent.

83 percent of Medicare beneficiaries want caps on drug costs to secure Medicare’s future

Their concerns may impact their vote, as the annual enrollment period overlaps with the midterm elections taking place on Tuesday.

Why telehealth should focus on population health, treatment plan adherence as the model evolves

Once a novelty, telehealth has potential to ease the workflow and financial burdens placed on physicians and nurses.