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LGBTQ+ Nurses and the Evolving Field of Healthcare

Diversity Nursing

My manager made sure my preferred pronouns were used in all communications, and they even organized a 'pronoun workshop' for the whole team. This data is crucial for providing personalized care and identifying health disparities. My unit has been incredibly supportive. It makes a huge difference in feeling seen and respected."

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How to Conduct Effective Compliance Audits 

American Medical Compliance

The healthcare industry is highly regulated, with various laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), and the Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations shaping operations.

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Managing Healthcare Staff with Compliance in Mind

Celayix

Here are some reasons why compliance is essential: Patient Safety: Following rules like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) or standard precautions protects patients from infections and data breaches. Clear, real-time communication is key. Use these reports to adjust schedules and policies as needed.

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A Lookback on 2024

Nurses Advocates

As we have seen with the recent shooting of the CEO of United Healthcare, Brian Thompson, there is a lot of discontent from all sides about how the healthcare system and the health insurance industry works. Communicate with ChatBots Without Losing Your Mind This is another topic I will continue to explore in 2025.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Crippling Science – CDC’s Workforce Cuts Amidst Rising Health Threats

The Relentless School Nurse

Long-term Impact : These cuts could significantly impair America’s ability to respond to health crises, especially at a time when the agency has faced challenges in maintaining its core functions. Elect officials who prioritize public health and understand the importance of agencies like the CDC.

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Section 1557 Compliance for Healthcare Providers by July 5, 2025 

American Medical Compliance

Health Insurance Providers : Companies providing health coverage plans. Implement Training Programs Develop training modules that educate staff on the importance of nondiscrimination, effective communication with individuals with LEP or disabilities, and procedures for addressing grievances.

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Healthcare Policy: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Subcategories of health policy include public health, global health, healthcare services, health insurance, mental health and pharmaceuticals. How Does Health Policy Impact Patients? Having protocols can help prevent human error and poor communication around medical decisions.