Should patients receive continuous electronic monitoring of oxygenation and ventilation post-surgery? This question was debated in a survey on ASA Standards and APSF Recommendations. “Hospital Newspaper” ran the results: 90 percent of participants answered “YES,” while 10 percent answered “NO.” Those who checked “NO” might have been the … [Read more...]
Proper Monitoring for Post-Surgery Patients
Does Offshore Outsourcing Impact Hospital Physicians?
I recently visited The Pennsylvania State University to attend a Dedication in honor of my father, George T. Mahler, Jr., who, 11 years ago, was hit and killed by a car while on a business trip in Chicago. My mother donated his mineral collection to the Mining Engineering Department, so his exhibit rests in the hallway of one of the very buildings … [Read more...]
Flu Shot Urged by Physicians
A study has patients questioning whether or not they should get their flu shots this year. After reading numerous articles on this topic, I am confident in saying that the majority of physician services professionals would encourage people to get their flu shots. “I’d encourage everyone to continue to get their influenza vaccinations,” said … [Read more...]
The Latest on Physician-Hospital Alignment
All facets of physician services will experience modifications and changes once the healthcare reform is put in to effect. "Some hospital executives in the past had viewed ASCs as patient care facilities that took surgeries away from hospital operating rooms; the new economics of bundled payments is about moving patients to the most effective … [Read more...]
Hospitals Improve Readmission Rate with Transitional Care
Hospitals and nursing homes are utilizing traditional care to improve their readmission rates. According to a recent story in FierceHealthcare, hospital reimbursements are on the line, and hospitals are looking to improve their readmission rates. The report states, "In fiscal year 2013, hospitals will be penalized by 1 percent for high … [Read more...]