Is there an opportunity for dentists to receive Meaningful Use Incentive funds? What measures must be performed to qualify, and are those measures the same as other physicians? Find out in this informative presentation on Dentists and Meaningful Use.
Brief presentation regarding key topics in the USA healthcare industry. Some of the basic topics include: MACRA, ICD 10, Meaningful Use and a very brief comment about diabetes as a chronic condition.
Meaningful Use Audits and healthcare compliance course offered to Physicians and healthcare professionals to explain the basics of Meaningful Use and HITECH audits. Course is general in nature as many Physicians and organizations are in different stages of meaningful use.
Is there an opportunity for dentists to receive Meaningful Use Incentive funds? What measures must be performed to qualify, and are those measures the same as other physicians? Find out in this informative presentation on Dentists and Meaningful Use.
Brief presentation regarding key topics in the USA healthcare industry. Some of the basic topics include: MACRA, ICD 10, Meaningful Use and a very brief comment about diabetes as a chronic condition.
Meaningful Use Audits and healthcare compliance course offered to Physicians and healthcare professionals to explain the basics of Meaningful Use and HITECH audits. Course is general in nature as many Physicians and organizations are in different stages of meaningful use.
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With the launch of the public insurance exchanges in October 2013, and many other provisions of healthcare reform that took place on January 1, 2014, there are still several questions about ACA (Affordable Care Act) implementation and timing.
This timeline, compiled from the Kaiser Family Foundation's Ultimate ObamaCare Survival Guide, explains how and when the provisions of the health reform law will be implemented over the next several years.
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This presentation covers state HIE challenges, how Meaningful Use and HIEs work hand-in-hand, how HIEs are becoming more sustainable, and more about HIE initiatives.
The Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs offer financial incentives for the
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A mobile medical app is a software program developed for the smartphone that acts as an accessory and allows the user to keep a tab on his or her health. Rapidsoft Technologies aims to better the health of patients by providing innovative mobile technologies that will expand their care ahead of traditional methods. We are already empowering various stakeholders with the best of the mobile based mHealth solutions that help them make healthcare and various other medical services more accessible anytime, anywhere.
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With the launch of the public insurance exchanges in October 2013, and many other provisions of healthcare reform that took place on January 1, 2014, there are still several questions about ACA (Affordable Care Act) implementation and timing.
This timeline, compiled from the Kaiser Family Foundation's Ultimate ObamaCare Survival Guide, explains how and when the provisions of the health reform law will be implemented over the next several years.
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This presentation covers state HIE challenges, how Meaningful Use and HIEs work hand-in-hand, how HIEs are becoming more sustainable, and more about HIE initiatives.
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During this webinar, a high-level overview of the ACO REACH Model was provided including information on the participation and eligibility requirements, Accountable Care Organization (ACO) types, payment mechanisms, and beneficiary alignment methodology.
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By now you are very aware that Behavioral Health Providers (psychiatrists, D.O.'s, APRNS, etc) are participating in and successfully collecting the Meaningful Use incentive dollars. Year 1 of the Medicaid EHR Incentive payments alone are $21,250 per eligible provider! But how do you get started? It’s all so overwhelming!
*Exactly what is “patient volume"?
*Do I have to be using the certified EHR in order to participate?
*Is there anything I can do to prepare NOW while I am still looking for the right EHR?
If you have these questions or any others about how to take advantage of the Medicaid EHR Incentive program, be sure and watch this one-hour webinar. Mary Givens, Meaningful Use Program Manager, and her team will also be available to follow up with you about the rules in your state if you want to take advantage of some additional 1-on-1 help with the process of participating in the Medicaid EHR Incentive program.
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A case study and how to implement a worksite wellness program. Steps and plans to "improve the health of your employees and the health of your bottom line!"
PYA Consulting Manager Linda ClenDening helped connect the dots between the data at the 2013 AHIMA Convention and Exhibit in Atlanta. She spoke during the Innovation educational track on the topic: “Beyond Meaningful Use: Connecting Quality Data Requirements to Business Operational Improvements.”
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The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services hosted a webinar on Thursday, April 14, 2016. During this webinar staff provided an overview of the model. A repeat of the webinar was held on Tuesday, April 19.
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Do you know everything you need to know about Medicaid's Meaningful Use program? Watch this video to learn more about Meaningful Use's eligibility, registration and timeline.
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How much money have the Meaningful Use Incentive Programs paid so far? Which states are the biggest adopters of new health care technology and which ones are behind? Discover the total amount providers, hospitals and eligible professionals are getting paid in Medicare and Medicaid incentives.
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Recently, a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association shows a growing trend among U.S. dentists to incorporate EDR technology into their practice. Learn about how technology adoption has changed over the last decade among dentists, as well as how they are using the technology in their practices.
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Meaningful Use measures can be categorized into four distinct "buckets." Adele Allison, National Director of Government Affairs at SuccessEHS, defines the four different marks of Meaningful Use and the health IT goals that go along with each one. She also presents which categories are going to be significant moving forward into Stage 2, as well as how the categories will impact providers and reimbursement reform.
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Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
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2. Dentists are eligible under both the
Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive
Programs. Many dentists have already
registered to participate and have
received EHR incentive funds through
one of these programs.
3. Medicare does not cover routine dental
care or most dental procedures. For that
reason, most dentists must look to
Medicaid for incentive program
participation.
4. As of July 2012, CMS reported:
• 6,121 dentists have registered for the
Medicaid EHR Incentive Program.
• 242 dentists have registered for the
Medicare EHR Incentive Program.
5. As of July 2012, CMS reported:
• 3,049 dentists have received a total of
$64,583,000 in Medicaid EHR incentives.
• 59 dentists have received a total of
$892,856 in Medicare EHR incentives.
6. In order to qualify for incentives, dentists
must meet the same eligibility
requirements as other types of providers
pursuing EHR incentives.
7. The American Dental Association
estimates that about 12,000 dentists
meet the Medicaid patient volume
threshold of 30 percent, making them
eligible to participate & qualify for up to
$67,350 over the 6-year Medicaid EHR
Incentive program.
8. There are no dental-specific measures
in Stage 1 or Stage 2 Meaningful Use
criteria. Dentists will likely be able to
apply exclusion clauses to many
objectives, but each dentist must
determine whether he or she meets the
exclusion criteria for each applicable
objective.
9. • Stage 1: 13 of 25 objectives have
exclusion criteria.
• Stage 2: 20 of 23 objectives have
exclusion criteria.
• Beginning in 2014, exclusions will not
count toward meeting menu objectives if
there are other menu objectives the EP
could select.
10. Dentists who wish to meet Meaningful
Use requirements will be eligible to do
so by either:
1. using an ONC-ATCB Certified EHR
that includes EDR functionality or
2. using an EDR in conjunction with an
ONC-ATCB Certified EHR.
11. Medicaid EHR Incentive
Program
In Year 1 of the Medicaid EHR Incentive
Program, EPs must only adopt,
implement or upgrade certified EHR
technology.
12. Medicaid EHR Incentive
Program
• Year 2: EPs must demonstrate
Meaningful Use for 90 continuous days.
• Years 3 – 6: EPs must demonstrate
Meaningful Use for a full year.
13. Want more details on
Meaningful Use?
• Access a free recorded webinar,
“Dentists and Meaningful Use”
• Download a free Meaningful Use White
Paper
• Access resources on Stage 1 and 2
criteria in our Meaningful Use Resource
Center
14. Learn more!
Our website hosts a wealth of free
resources, including white papers, case
studies, industry blog, newsletter
covering current events in health care,
tips and tricks for your practice, and
other informative articles.
www.successehs.com