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Issue 4 September 07, 2021 Caring for Pediatric Patients with Cystic Fibrosis with a Digestive Manifestation (ICD E84. 19) Author: Rashida Humphrey-Wall, BS, RN, MSN, DNP, Lead REM Clinical Care Coordinator Disease Overview: Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time and […]

Issue 3 August 23, 2021     Caring for Patients with Other Dystonia (ICD G24.8)     Author:  Mekea Anderson, LCSW-C, CCM, Lead REM Clinical Care Coordinator     Disease Overview: Dystonia is a neurological disorder that affects movement and causes the muscles to contract uncontrollably. It can affect one or more parts of the […]

Issue 2 July 07, 2021     Caring for Patients with Factor X Deficiency     Author: Debra Mulligan, RN, Lead REM Clinical Care Coordinator     Disease Overview: Factor X deficiency is a rare genetic blood disorder that causes the normal clotting process (coagulation) to take longer than normal. This causes people to bleed […]

Issue 1 June 04, 2021     Patient Care Coordination: Spina Bifida with Hydrocephalus (ICD – QO5.1)     Author: Jennifer Dawson, LMSW, CCM, Clinical Care Manager | Medicalincs     Disease Overview: Myelomeningocele is one of the most severe forms of spina bifida which occurs when a fetus’ spinal cord fails to close during […]

A Guide for Healthcare Providers  In the pursuit of creating fair and just healthcare systems, the concepts of health equity and health equality play crucial roles. While the terms are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct principles that guide efforts to address disparities and promote better health outcomes.  As medical providers, it is essential to […]

Maintaining good health is important, but it can be challenging to know where to start. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the advice out there, but the truth is that making small changes to your daily routine can have a big impact on your overall health and well-being. Here are 10 simple changes you […]

At the end of last month, we celebrated National Doctor’s day. We believe doctors should be celebrated more today than ever before because being a doctor has become more challenging than ever before. There is a range of difficulties doctors are facing, from the increasing complexity of medical cases to staffing shortages to the financial […]

There’s no denying that healthcare costs can stack up, often going far beyond what most people can afford even if they are covered by insurance. But a value-based care approach to patient care delivery can change all of that, saving people on their healthcare costs and providing them with the kind of attention they need […]

February is National Heart Health Month and it’s the perfect time to reevaluate your habits and make sure you’re living a heart-smart life. Your heart deserves the best care and that starts with taking steps to improve your heart health. Here are 10 things you can do to live a healthier, happier life for your […]