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“20% of older-adult patients reported experiencing medical ageism in health care encounters. Physicians were less likely to recommend procedures due to patients’ ages, even with everything else held the same. Patients were ‘less often offered procedures, less often offered things like testing for sexually transmitted infections, less often offered preventive measures—a whole range of medical services are less often offered to older adults, without any justification’” In fact this alienation from care has contributed to STIs doubling among older adults in the last 10 years. #olderadults #brainhealth #ageism #healthcare

Readmission reduction of >60%! We are excited to share how Dimer Health changing the game for patients during #transitionsofcare. Lets say goodbye to traditional transitions and hello to transformative transitional care and keep people healthy and home where they belong. Recover better with Dimer Health. #healthcareinnovation https://lnkd.in/eQURgRrq

Man (43) gets offered a health check by his NHS GP. I was offered this via a text message 3 weeks ago. Bit cheeky. I'm a man. I'm invincible. There's nothing wrong with me. Alright, I'm a bit overweight but I'll sort that. Other than that, I'm fine. Sound familiar? The text was a surprise, but it got me thinking. I'm now the age my dad was when I was born. The nicest possible way I could describe dad: a 'Del Boy' character who would never dream of going to the doctors unless there was something seriously wrong. Lose a leg? He'd walk it off. Dad became a diabetic, lost his sight, and died of heart failure at 72. Bang. There it is. And what else was there that he didn't know about? What could've been put in place? Could his quality of life have been better towards the end? I know this is all starting to sound rather dramatic. But these things went round and round in my head. I've never asked for a health check. Would I have done? If so, when? 3 days after the text from the NHS, I said 'yes.' And this is how easy it was. In less than 5 minutes, a health care assistant collected my: - height - weight - blood pressure Asked questions about: - diet - alcohol consumption - smoking - activity levels And the biggie for me: - took blood The content of my blood is the one thing I have no answer for. I asked specifically for an HbA1C. This will show my average blood sugar (glucose) level for the past 2-3 months. Not just a snapshot in time. She said, 'oh we do that anyway. We'll also check your cholesterol, liver function, thyroid, and more... and if you don't hear back in a week, then assume your levels are normal. You can however give us a call and we'll let you know the results if you want them.' In and out of my GP surgery for all that, in sub 5. This could change my life. Health check: please say yes. #FreelanceCopywriter #HealthcareComms #NHS

As individuals age, medical care can become increasingly challenging and exhausting. Elderly patients often struggle to navigate the complex healthcare system, manage chronic conditions, and keep track of multiple medications. This highlights the need for healthcare providers to take a more patient-centred approach and prioritize the overall well-being of their older patients. To address these issues, solutions such as improving access to home-based care and promoting better communication between patients and their healthcare team are being explored. The healthcare system must recognize and address the unique needs of older patients to ensure their health and well-being are properly taken care of. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdY6M227 To discuss your cost containment and medical claims negotiation needs: If your organisation is based outside of the USA, please contact Penfield's Head of International Business, Faz Subhani, at [email protected] or call +44 7719 114999. For US based companies, please contact Penfield's Head of US Business Development, Johnathan Clarke, at [email protected] or call 819-578-5270. #medicalcostcontainment #UShospital #medicalassistanceinAmerica #healthinsurance #medicine #reducehealthcosts #USAhospital #healthcarecosts #medicalclaimsnegotiation

The Burden of Getting Medical Care Can Exhaust Older Patients, according to a recent KFF Health News   https://lnkd.in/gzsS3Sz6   It’s estimated that an older patient can spend three weeks of the year getting care—and that doesn’t count the time it takes to arrange appointments or deal with insurance companies.   To learn about Porter's compassionate Care Coordination program anchored to Quality Stars and Risk Adjustment, follow the link: https://lnkd.in/ez4yKahA   #medicare #medicareadvantage #riskadjustment #carecoordination #starratings #cms #oig

2024 trends to be expected in the healthcare workspace. Increasing cost of labor, ongoing shift to ASCs from inpatient and HOPDs, AI engagement in workflow, and the high cost of capital will delay capital projects and new growth.

As individuals age, medical care can become increasingly challenging and exhausting. Elderly patients often struggle to navigate the complex healthcare system, manage chronic conditions, and keep track of multiple medications. This highlights the need for healthcare providers to take a more patient-centred approach and prioritize the overall well-being of their older patients. To address these issues, solutions such as improving access to home-based care and promoting better communication between patients and their healthcare team are being explored. The healthcare system must recognize and address the unique needs of older patients to ensure their health and well-being are properly taken care of. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_QeMxfi To discuss your cost containment and medical claims negotiation needs: If your organisation is based outside of the USA, please contact Penfield's Head of International Business, Faz Subhani, at [email protected] or call +44 7719 114999. For US based companies, please contact Penfield's Head of US Business Development, Johnathan Clarke, at [email protected] or call 819-578-5270. #medicalcostcontainment #UShospital #medicalassistanceinAmerica #healthinsurance #medicine #reducehealthcosts #USAhospital #healthcarecosts #medicalclaimsnegotiation

In the US, 12 million people over the age of 40 have vision impairment of some kind, while 4.2 million suffer from uncorrectable vision impairment. By 2050, the CDC estimates this number will more than double to nearly 9 million due to a rise in diabetes and other chronic illnesses. On the other side of the coin, just under 7% of children younger than 18 in the US have a diagnosed eye and vision condition. Not to mention the rising prevalence of myopia, which is estimated to affect 41.6% of the US population. Recently, RX Safety conducted an analysis across all 50 US states and Washington DC to determine which state has the best eye health, as well as the worst. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eZZV2W4f

It's time to rewrite the rules of aging. For over 10 years, I've seen the healthcare landscape shift, especially in managed care. More and more MCOs are now looking for strategies that promote well-being rather than just managing illness. One area that's showing immense promise? Active aging. Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) are no longer just for emergencies. They're becoming catalysts for independence and confidence. 👀👀 In fact, over 82% of LifeStation's Medicare members say they can lead more active lives because of their medical alert! MCOs have a unique opportunity to tap into this potential. By referring members to a PERS device, care managers can foster an environment conducive to active aging. Increased physical activity has positive downstream effects on CAHPS and HOS ratings. CARE Teams! The next time you think of medical alert, remember: They're not just about safety. They're about unlocking a lifestyle of confidence, autonomy, and active engagement. Let's help our aging population lead lives full of vitality and purpose.

Going to the hospital is relatively common in the later years of life. If you fall and break a hip, you may have surgery and be admitted for a few days. What happens next? Can you recuperate at home, or do you need skilled rehab? Will you need home health or a home care agency to help you in your home? Just because a physician prescribes a medication or orders follow-up care does not mean that your insurance will automatically pay for it. There are many questions that arise about the next step for you after your hospital stay. Fortunately, you don't have to anticipate challenges or find the solutions yourself. Social workers and care managers in the hospital will guide you along the way. In this episode of the Later in Life Planning Show, Andy Cruzan of the PENN STATE MILTON S. HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER Medical Center explains how social workers plan the next steps for patients who will be discharged from the hospital. Social Workers navigate challenges relating to the patient's health status, less-than-ideal support network, and a larger health care system under strain. Social workers are the bridge from your acute care to your full recovery. https://lnkd.in/eayMjNXP