Chronic Alarm Fatigue Key Determinant of Response Time
Study at a children's hospital evaluated response time to bedside alarms
Questionnaire-Based Approach Valid for Identifying Frailty
Frailty phenotype with three or more markers predicts death or increased disability at six months
MACRA Changes Government Approach to Doctor Payment
New approach pays providers based on quality, value, and results delivered, but questions remain
Risk Adjustment, Reinsurance Transfer Offer Financial Benefit
Revenues exceeded claims costs after implementation of these programs
Hydrocortisone Tx Doesn’t Impair Neurodevelopment in Preemies
No statistically significant difference in neurodevelopment at 2 with hydrocortisone, placebo
Ruling Out Penicillin Allergy by Testing Inpatients Saves Money
Inpatient allergy testing led to change in antibiotic selection that was greater in intensive care unit
Variation in Occupational Influenza Vaccination Coverage
Wide variation by state in vaccination coverage among tier 1 and health care personnel groups
Use of Health Literacy Tools Can Promote Shared Decision Making
Use of universal health literacy precautions toolkit ensures patients can make well-considered decisions
Vertical Integration Insurance Products of Higher Quality
Slight increase in percentage of insurance products offered by hospitals, health systems from 2011-2015
90 Percent of U.S. Physicians Satisfied With Career Choice
AMA survey of physicians, residents, and medical students finds most are satisfied despite challenges
