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    Tag: Med Adherence

    Collaboration Between Epic and Cerner Brings Hope that True Interoperability is Within Reach

    According to HIMSS, “Interoperability describes the extent to which systems and devices can exchange data, and interpret that shared data.” Until now, discussion of interoperability in healthcare has… Read more “Collaboration Between Epic and Cerner Brings Hope that True Interoperability is Within Reach”

    March 9, 2017 by Blog Administrator

    News Corner: Legislation Reintroduced to Give Provider Status to Pharmacists

    This past week, the Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act was reintroduced by three senators from different states. This legislation aims to allow pharmacists to receive… Read more “News Corner: Legislation Reintroduced to Give Provider Status to Pharmacists”

    January 20, 2017January 20, 2017 by Blog Administrator

    Medication Reconciliation Programs Shown to Reduce Readmissions

    With growing concerns over readmission rates, many hospitals have chosen to take advantage of the value that pharmacists bring to the job by enlisting their services to… Read more “Medication Reconciliation Programs Shown to Reduce Readmissions”

    December 6, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Disruptive Medication Processes Lead to Increases in Errors

    Interruptions and distractions are a constant in nursing, especially when it comes to the medication ordering and administration process. To ensure optimal patient safety, the medication pass… Read more “Disruptive Medication Processes Lead to Increases in Errors”

    November 23, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Calling For A “Sixth” Patient Right

    The five patient “rights” of nursing include the following: right patient, right medication, right dose, right time, and right route. To further improve patient safety and outcomes,… Read more “Calling For A “Sixth” Patient Right”

    November 17, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Polypharmacy: What Providers Need to Know

    In the U.S., instances of polypharmacy—or taking five or more medications—have increased 70% among individuals over the age of 65 in the last 12 years. With chronic… Read more “Polypharmacy: What Providers Need to Know”

    June 28, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Tackling Readmissions: The Role of Pharmacists in Reducing Readmissions

    In part three of this series we look at the role pharmacists can play in reducing avoidable readmissions. The clinical process of care and patient experience–both of… Read more “Tackling Readmissions: The Role of Pharmacists in Reducing Readmissions”

    March 17, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Pharmacists: Filling Prescriptions and Patient Care Gaps

    The number of Americans battling diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and other chronic diseases has been steadily increasing. Meanwhile, the amount of primary care providers (PCPs) handling these… Read more “Pharmacists: Filling Prescriptions and Patient Care Gaps”

    January 26, 2016January 26, 2016 by Blog Administrator

    Do Generic Drugs Increase Medication Adherence?

    Generic drugs make up about 85% of human prescription drugs in the United States, according to FDA. A study done last year by CVS Health and Brigham… Read more “Do Generic Drugs Increase Medication Adherence?”

    December 15, 2015 by Blog Administrator

    Wearable Technology and Healthcare Apps Benefit Nurses and Patients

    The U.S. Department of Defense recently announced that they’re providing $75 million over five years as part of a cooperative agreement to advance the United States’ effort… Read more “Wearable Technology and Healthcare Apps Benefit Nurses and Patients”

    December 11, 2015 by Blog Administrator

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