Clinical

Sharing ACE Advances

Nov 19, 2018 at 10:01 am by steve

In improving cognition and functional outcomes in hospitalized geriatric patients, the Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) model has proven its value. The difficulty is that ther.... Read More
Clinical

One-and-Done Infusion Option for Cellulitis

Nov 19, 2018 at 09:58 am by steve

When a patient presents to the emergency room with cellulitis--a soft tissue infection--they often end up admitted to the hospital for an average stay of around 3.8 days. Not.... Read More
Business

OIG Reminds Healthcare Providers of Fraud Risk Factors When Deciding whether to Exclude a Healthcare Provider

Nov 19, 2018 at 09:53 am by steve

With the continued proliferation of qui tam False Claims cases showing no signs of slowing down, not only must providers consider the amount of any monetary settlements, they.... Read More
Business

Alabama Hospital Association Campaigns to Expand Medicaid in Alabama

Nov 19, 2018 at 09:50 am by steve

The Alabama Hospital Association has launched the ALhealthmatters campaign, highlighting the importance of expanding Medicaid in Alabama. As a result, hospitals are working wi.... Read More
Clinical

Advancements in Imaging Improve Prostate Cancer Detection

Nov 19, 2018 at 09:47 am by steve

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men outside of skin cancers and is the most common solid organ malignancy in American men. UAB Hospital has developed.... Read More