October 6 – 12 is Physician Assistant Week, an opportunity to celebrate the dedicated physician assistants that make great care accessible for millions of patients every day. Collectively, physician assistants (PAs) see more than 500 million patients in the U.S. each year, and their role within the modern healthcare system is only projected to grow
When deciding between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage, the goal is to future-proof your decision as much as possible. It’s a big decision. And it’s a hard one to make when future health status and needs are unknown. No one wants to assume they will develop a serious health condition or require extensive care, but
It can be confusing to navigate health care as you approach Medicare age. The help of an insurance broker might sound appealing to guide you through the process. But, even trusted local insurance brokers might not present the full picture when it comes to weighing your options – especially between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
When you turn 65, you have health care choices: Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Having the freedom to choose the health care coverage that works best for you only works when you have all the information to make an informed choice. Taking the time to assess your options will help ensure a better health care
While a lower monthly premium and all-inclusive prescription drug coverage can make Medicare Advantage (MA) plans an attractive option over traditional Medicare, these plans can drastically limit your health care network. This could mean saying goodbye to trusted doctors and providers you’ve known for years who may not be included in your Medicare Advantage plan’s
Deaf Smith County Hospital District is expanding its services with the launch of the My Heart Health program. Once a month, cardiology specialists from the Cardiology Center of Amarillo will be on-site at Hereford Health Clinic to conduct heart health check-ups, manage medications, and perform lab work and diagnostic tests. The program begins June 11
Even before a patient is discharged from the hospital, the community paramedicine program kicks into gear. Case manager Amy Rodriguez meets with patients before they leave the hospital to set a follow-up visit with the community paramedicine program team and assess what patients may need during the recovery process. “We work with patients
https://vimeo.com/906736747?share=copy At Deaf Smith County Hospital District, caring for patients doesn’t end when they leave the hospital.“We don’t want to see our patients readmitted,” said Candice Smith, RN, MSN, Deaf Smith County Hospital District CEO. “The community paramedicine program allows us to provide the resources, education, and access to
Deaf Smith County Hospital District was awarded the Bill Aston Award for Quality by the Texas Hospital Association for its community paramedicine program. “The community paramedicine program has proven to be an incredibly effective tool for providing high-quality care for our community and reducing readmissions,” said Candice Smith, Deaf Smith County Hospital District CEO. “Part
Deaf Smith County Hospital District’s team-based approach is what makes the community paramedicine program successful, helping more patients recover at home after a hospital stay and avoid being readmitted. Terry Hazlett EMS Director “Everyone in the community paramedicine program wants what is best for our
Deaf Smith County Hospital District is dedicated to providing our community and broader region with the best experience and care possible.
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