Virtual prescribing of controlled substances is in limbo as PHE winds downVirtual prescribing of controlled substances is in limbo as PHE winds downVirtual prescribing of controlled substances is in limbo as PHE winds down

Virtual prescribing of controlled substances is in limbo as PHE winds down

With the end of the public health emergency, clinicians won’t be able to prescribe controlled substance medications via telehealth without an in-person visit.

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Opinion: Nurses have solutions to the staffing crisis, if leaders will listenOpinion: Nurses have solutions to the staffing crisis, if leaders will listenOpinion: Nurses have solutions to the staffing crisis, if leaders will listen

Opinion: Nurses have solutions to the staffing crisis, if leaders will listen

Nurses understand the issues within their profession and are best positioned to transform it, Kate Judge of the American Nurses Foundation writes.

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How post-acute care facilities use technology to save time, fight burnoutHow post-acute care facilities use technology to save time, fight burnoutHow post-acute care facilities use technology to save time, fight burnout

How post-acute care facilities use technology to save time, fight burnout

Technological solutions have helped nursing home and hospice providers streamline workflows and better monitor patients, but they also pose new challenges.

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Cardiologist brings heart to annual Valentine’s Day celebrationCardiologist brings heart to annual Valentine’s Day celebrationCardiologist brings heart to annual Valentine’s Day celebration

Cardiologist brings heart to annual Valentine’s Day celebration

The gathering brings staff together while raising awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health.

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Virtual reality is ‘not a toy’—but is it healthcare?Virtual reality is ‘not a toy’—but is it healthcare?Virtual reality is ‘not a toy’—but is it healthcare?

Virtual reality is ‘not a toy’—but is it healthcare?

Some health system leaders have practical uses for virtual reality, but questions surrounding initial investments and billing codes prevent widespread adoption.

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After 14 years at Tampa General Hospital, Steven Chew's position keeps evolvingAfter 14 years at Tampa General Hospital, Steven Chew's position keeps evolvingAfter 14 years at Tampa General Hospital, Steven Chew's position keeps evolving

After 14 years at Tampa General Hospital, Steven Chew's position keeps evolving

"There’s no formula or secret playbook for leadership," said Steven Chew, vice president of service lines at Tampa General Hospital.

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Mississippi lawmakers consider easing restrictions on public hospitalsMississippi lawmakers consider easing restrictions on public hospitalsMississippi lawmakers consider easing restrictions on public hospitals

Mississippi lawmakers consider easing restrictions on public hospitals

Government-owned community hospitals are currently not allowed to operate outside of service areas. A proposed bill would let them consolidate or work together.

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Cigna profits grew 24% to $6.7B in 2022Cigna profits grew 24% to $6.7B in 2022Cigna profits grew 24% to $6.7B in 2022

Cigna profits grew 24% to $6.7B in 2022

Cigna expects its Medicare Advantage membership to grow in the high single digits this year, executives told investors.

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Tallahassee Memorial hit with potential ransomware attackTallahassee Memorial hit with potential ransomware attackTallahassee Memorial hit with potential ransomware attack

Tallahassee Memorial hit with potential ransomware attack

The hospital called the attack an “IT security issue.” Victims often at least initially decline to confirm ransomware attacks.

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Outcome Health employees worried if company was a Ponzi schemeOutcome Health employees worried if company was a Ponzi schemeOutcome Health employees worried if company was a Ponzi scheme

Outcome Health employees worried if company was a Ponzi scheme

An early employee tells a jury there were questions inside and outside the company.

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