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There are many aspects of the healthcare industry that can benefit from healthcare consulting. This can vary from medical billing to materials management. Healthcare providers are not only in the business of caring for patients but they are also in the business of making money. Having said that, it’s not always about money. A healthcare[...]
According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes. The current trends in American diet and lifestyle will only cause this number to grow in the coming years. A recent report released by the CDC states that decreasing the mortality rates related to obesity in America is fast becoming a public health[...]
The Zika virus seems to have been in the news for a while now and we’ve all seen the awful pictures of babies born with microcephaly, but what is this mysterious virus, and what makes it a public health emergency? What is Zika? It’s a virus, which normally isn’t that harmful, but has been proven[...]
Due to improved transportation and communication methods, Americans now have more options than ever before for obtaining quality medical care. While some people prefer to grumble over the state of the U.S. healthcare system, others are being proactive and exploring the opportunities that are available in other countries. From cosmetic surgeries to dental care and[...]
Sexually transmitted diseases are found all over the world, and people are diagnosed with them every day because there are so many different types of STDs, some of which do not even cause symptoms. But which sexually transmitted diseases are the most common in the United Kingdom, in particular? Keep reading so you can learn[...]
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug’s Administration (FDA) finally completed its several month long review regarding whether or not Essure is safe. Essure is considered to be a dangerous contraceptive device but according to the NBC Ney York Reports, a good number of the reports that were filed were mislabeled. The reporter’s occupation should’ve been[...]
The healthcare industry has expressed some nervousness regarding the switch to ICD-10 diagnostic and procedural coding system. The switch from ICD-9 represents a massive shift in the way that medical claims are coded and billed. How will this universal change impact the healthcare landscape from the business side?
It’s no secret that countless myths about health and wellness circulate the Internet. Among these misconceptions is the idea that only women suffer from eating disorders. In fact, new reports indicate that more men are seeking help for addictive dietary habits than ever before. According to research from Monarch Cove Treatment, 10 percent to 15[...]
Fraud happens more than we care to think about. It happens in insurance. It happens in banking and finance. It happens regularly in any industry that requires the honest handling of money and services. Medical fraud, however, seems to hurt more people – oftentimes in the literal sense. There have been many reported cases of[...]
There is still a big gap between medicine and esthetic medicine. Some of the doctors are trying to discredit esthetic procedures saying that they cannot be regarded as the real medical interventions. Main argument for this claim is the fact that cosmetic interventions are not used for particular disease or condition. People only use them[...]
It seems that the healthcare industry is ever undergoing change. From new forms of technology changing how healthcare workers do their job to the way policies affect how healthcare works, there is always some trend having an effect on the healthcare landscape. The following are five health care trends that are currently making their presence[...]
Thailand is a small country, yet it is known all over the world for its traditional healing therapies. When I say healing, I am not only referring to the healing of physical ailments. It goes much beyond that. The wellness retreat programs in Thailand will rejuvenate your mind and your soul. Talking about Thailand’s wellness[...]