ED Management – June 1, 2017
June 1, 2017
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Palliative Care Occupies Growing Presence in ED
Experts note that identifying palliative care options is the first step toward making such services accessible to ED patients.
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Assessing Risk for Future Firearms Violence in Young People Who Present to ED
A new 10-point scale offers potential intervention methods for patients most in need of prevention services.
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Team-based Pod System Reduces Lengths of Stay for Treat-and-Release Patients
Administrators note an expanded role for clinicians assigned to treat lower-acuity patients and a revamped pediatric area have contributed to improved flow and rising patient satisfaction.
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Institute a Thorough Process to Manage Payer Audits
Time has proven that constant interaction with payers on these issues results in improved payment, greater communication, and a better understanding of issues.
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Health Systems Turn to Communication and Resolution Programs to Identify Errors
Pioneering adherents of this approach note that a policy of extreme honesty gets high marks from both patients and providers while enabling hospitals to prevent repeat errors.