Why Not Home? A Study of the Impact of an Effort to Reduce Postacute Expenditures
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Source: Professional Case Management - December 9, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: NCPD Tests Source Type: research
Why Not Home?: A Study of the Impact of an Effort to Reduce Postacute Expenditures
This study examined the impact of an interventional approach to implement evidence-based interventions to improve transitions of care to the least restrictive next site of care on the rate of skilled nursing facility (SNF) admissions per 1,000, SNF length of stay (LOS), and total SNF cost.
Primary Practice Setting:
The impact of the interventional approach for an ACO-attributed Medicare population, analyzing Medicare Shared Savings Plan Part A and Part B beneficiary claims data, was examined.
Methodology and Sample:
A pre-/postintervention analysis was conducted, for dates of service 12 months pre- and postin...
Source: Professional Case Management - December 9, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Advanced Hospital Health Care at Home
It is estimated that currently about 10,000 people turn 65 years old every day. Even without pandemics, the chronic diseases of this aging population beg for new, innovative interventions. One trend that may be a significant offshoot of the 2020 focus on internet health care is hospital health care in the home. (Source: Professional Case Management)
Source: Professional Case Management - December 9, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: Editorial Source Type: research
Curriculum Innovation: Collaborative Development of a Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) in Case Management Program
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: Case Management Matters Source Type: research
Balancing Act: Public Health and Autonomy in COVID-19 Vaccination Decisions
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: CCMC News and Views Source Type: research
Changing Legal Landscape Observations Post-COVID-19
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: Legal & Regulatory Issues Source Type: research
A New Beginning After Retirement: Worth the Effort
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: The HeartBeat of Case Management Source Type: research
Artificial Intelligence and Case Management: Embracing Transformative Practice
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: CMSA Highlights Source Type: research
Stigma and Human Rights: Transgender Discrimination and Its Influence on Patient Health
Conclusions:
Because of their gender identities, transgender individuals experience high rates of discrimination within health care settings. There are also inequities that limit their access to quality treatment. These, combined with the fear of discrimination, contribute to an avoidance of medical care that negatively impacts the physical and mental health of transgender patients.
Implications for Case Management Practice:
Transgender discrimination in health care settings is pervasive and has detrimental effects on patients' well-being. Future research should foster collaboration between health care administr...
Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Predictors for Telephone Outreach Post-Hospital Discharge
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: NCPD Tests Source Type: research
Predictors for Telephone Outreach Post-hospital Discharge
Purpose of Study:
The specific aims of this study were to examine whether sociodemographic variables and medical–surgical diagnoses were associated with telephone follow-up (TFU) reach rates, emergency department visits, and hospital readmissions.
Primary Practice of Setting:
Acute care inpatient units in an academic medical center.
Methodology and Sample:
A correlational design was utilized, and a prospective medical record review of patients was conducted while implementing face-to-face prehospital discharge meeting interventions. The study sample (N = 176) included adult patients in two neurosurgical...
Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Cancer Pain: An Evolutionary Concept Analysis
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Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: NCPD Tests Source Type: research
Cancer Pain: An Evolutionary Concept Analysis
Conclusion:
The attributes of cancer pain are known origin, sharp, burning, piercing, or throbbing quality, varying duration (acute, chronic, or breakthrough), intolerability, and moderate to severe intensity. Its antecedents are cognitive system, pain-related beliefs, coping strategies, family and social support, financial status, and cultural, ethnic, racial, and religious values. Its consequences include physical, psychological, existential and spiritual, and social consequences, and reduced quality of life. This concept analysis concludes that cancer pain is different from other types of acute and chronic pain. Thu...
Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Celebrations of Life—Why Wait?
This past 2 years has been one of many passages. The Celebration of Life is an opportunity for family and friends to pay tribute to a loved one in a personal and unique way. This Editorial proposes that the timing of this event may be celebrated during the life, if the circumstances and wishes are assessed. (Source: Professional Case Management)
Source: Professional Case Management - October 5, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: Editorial Source Type: research
Personal Protective Equipment: A Cross-Sectional Study on Frontline Health Care Workers During COVID-19 in Tunisia
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Source: Professional Case Management - August 6, 2021 Category: Health Management Tags: Departments: Case Management Matters Source Type: research
