Using SMART goals as part of a patient care plan can help create healthier habits and achieve better health outcomes.

A transition of care (ToC) involves moving a patient from one care site to another. These “moments of truth” are critical to ensuring continuity of care that is safe, efficient, and supports a successful healthcare journey.

Gerontechnology, a discipline dedicated to the design and adoption of new technologies for older people, has been around for many years. However, the need for increasing adoption and use of digital technologies in healthcare is accelerating.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the proposed rule for its 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Now, healthcare at large and the general public have until Sept. 11, 2023 to provide feedback before this proposal is finalized.

Rural healthcare has existed outside the influence of many value-based programs. With low case rates and specialized reimbursements, rural care clinics have not been folded into the transition.

ThoroughCare, Inc., a leading digital care coordination organization that enables healthcare payers and providers to effectively deliver value-based care, today announced the appointment of Carol Helton as the company’s new Chief Revenue Officer.

More than 46 million—or 15% of Americans—live in medically-underserved rural communities. About 70% of rural, or partially rural, counties are considered Health Professional Shortage Areas. And nearly one in 10 counties have no physicians at all.