As the number of U.S. hospitals facing financial penalties for too many readmissions is rising, Hereford Regional Medical Center is bucking the trend with a stellar 0.003 percent readmission rate for Medicare patients so far in 2023. That mark is well below the national average of 14.5 percent. The hospital has invested in numerous initiatives
Much like last fall and winter, the 2023-2024 flu season poses an elevated risk of illness, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tracking several countries in the Southern Hemisphere (which have their flu season before the U.S.) that are experiencing higher or earlier flu activity compared to previous years. No matter your age
How Medicare Advantage Plans Limit Your Network and Access to Specialty Care While a lower monthly premium can make Medicare Advantage (MA) plans an attractive option over traditional Medicare, these plans can limit your freedom to choose your own doctor, the care you can receive, and your ability to stay close to home for care.
How Medicare Advantage Plans Affect Your Medicare Supplement Plan While a lower monthly premium can make Medicare Advantage (MA) plans an attractive option over traditional Medicare, these plans can limit your freedom to choose your own doctor, the care you can receive, and your ability to stay close to home for care. Medicare Advantage plans
How Medicare Advantage Plans Limit Your Health Care Coverage While a lower monthly premium can make Medicare Advantage (MA) plans an attractive option over traditional Medicare, these plans can limit your freedom to choose your own doctor, the care you can receive, and your ability to stay close to home for care. Medicare Advantage plans
While anyone can experience a poor night’s sleep every now and then, recurring symptoms may be a sign of a more serious issue. Common symptoms of sleep disorders include: Snoring: While most snoring can be associated with a number of issues, including obesity or certain medications, snoring is a common sign of sleep apnea, a
At Hereford Regional Medical Center, maternity care doesn’t just end when you leave the hospital. Beginning September 23, the Hereford Health Clinic will offer monthly breastfeeding classes for first-time mothers or anyone seeking helpful information about breastfeeding best practices. All classes will be led by HRMC nurse practitioner Carolyn Jansa, WHNP-BC, IBCLC, an International Board-Certified
From everyone at Hereford Regional Medical Center, we send our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Dr. Jesse Perales who recently passed away. Before relocating to Borger, Dr. Perales practiced for many years at Hereford Regional Medical Center and was integral to making HRMC the excellent health care system it is today. "Dr.
Common sleep disorders can have a significant impact on your health. It’s more than just disrupted sleep. If left untreated, sleep disorders can lead to an increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack. “The risks associated with leaving sleep disorders untreated can be serious,” said Silvana Juarez, sleep study manager at
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