Imagine a healthcare system stretched thin, where hospitals across the United States grapple with rising costs while striving to maintain quality care for millions. As 2025 unfolds, a critical update looms on the horizon: a 2.6% Medicare payment increase for hospital outpatient services and
Imagine a loved one, struck by a debilitating condition like ALS or a severe spinal cord injury, struggling to draw a single breath without the aid of a machine, only to discover that the life-saving ventilator they desperately need is just out of reach due to a tangled web of insurance denials and
Faisal Zain brings a builder’s eye to behavioral health quality. Trained in medical technology and device manufacturing, he’s spent years turning vague clinical aspirations into measurable specifications. At the Behavioral Health Tech conference in San Diego, he challenged the field to align on “wh
Overview of the Healthcare Industry and Hospital Mergers The healthcare industry in the United States stands at a critical juncture, grappling with escalating costs, workforce shortages, and an aging population that demands more complex care, while hospital systems face immense pressure to adapt to
Overview of a Pressing Healthcare Challenge In today's fast-paced healthcare environment, a staggering reality confronts providers daily: clinicians often spend more time on Electronic Health Records (EHRs) than engaging directly with patients, particularly during new patient visits, which
In an era where life expectancy continues to climb, a staggering statistic reveals a hidden crisis in healthcare: nearly 60% of health professionals hold age-based assumptions that compromise care for older adults, according to a World Health Organization report. This pervasive issue of ageism,
