Improving Patient Satisfaction Through Physician Education
Read Time: 4 minutes Patient satisfaction is crucial to the success of a healthcare facility. The term encompasses everything from access to care to communicate with patients.
Understanding the Benefits of HCAHPS Scores for Rural Hospitals
Read Time: 3 minutes HCAHPS is a survey that asks patients to rate different healthcare facilities. Learn more about the system and how good scores can benefit rural hospitals.
The Benefits of Advanced Practice Providers in Emergency Departments
Read Time: 3 minutes Advanced Practice Providers provide a valuable service to emergency departments and patients. These professionals help the emergency room run efficiently.
Best Practices For Minimizing LWBS Incidents
Read Time: 4 minutes A concern for hospital emergency departments are patients leaving without being seen. LWBS incidents can be reduced using research and proactive strategies.
The Role of Step Down Units (SDU) in Rural Healthcare
Read Time: 4 minutes Step Down Units are designed to provide an intermediate level of care between intensive care and surgical wards. SDUs are of particular value for rural and low-volume hospitals.
Improving Accessibility to Healthcare with Critical Access Hospitals
Read Time: 3 minutes For many people in rural communities, the hospital is the only source of healthcare. Critical access hospitals can help improve access to healthcare in these vulnerable populations.
Rural Hospitals vs Critical Access Hospitals Understanding the CAH Designation
Read Time: 4 minutes The critical access hospital designation can offer benefits for some rural hospitals, such as cost-based reimbursement for Medicare services.