Read Top Medical > Managed Care - HMO Headlines and Articles from http://medicalprnews.com en-us http://medicalprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/09/world-chiropractic-alliance-protests-kaiser-permanente-policy-change-168502.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT The World Chiropractic Alliance (WCA) has contacted Kaiser Permanente to voice its opposition to the health plan company's decision to exclude cervical Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment (CMT) from its policy coverage. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/9/jan-guy-honored-by-cambridge-whos-who-168562.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Jan Guy utilizes her education and experience to thrive as a physician assistant http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/arlington-heights-dentist-reaches-out-to-patients-with-new-interactive-practice-website-167654.htm Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Family and cosmetic dentist in Arlington Heights, Dr. Barsoum of Impressive Smiles, has announced the launch of his new, state-of-the-art practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/brooklyn-podiatrist-launches-informational-blog-for-practice-167436.htm Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Brooklyn podiatrist, Dr. Michael Perlstein, launches blog via practice website to improve patient education. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/caresource-plans-for-healthcare-reform-167087.htm Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT David M. Cutler, PhD from Harvard addresses CareSource senior leaders at long-term health care strategic planning kick-off. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/omaha-dentist-now-providing-advanced-treatment-for-migraines-and-sleep-apnea-166565.htm Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Mark Braasch, a leading Omaha dentist, is now offering sleep apnea treatment and migraine therapy for patients in his Omaha office. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/islip-cosmetic-dentist-launches-state-of-the-art-practice-website-166566.htm Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT The launch of a new website for Dr. Joseph Morris, leading cosmetic dentist in Islip, is proving to be a valuable tool for patients. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/maple-grove-dentist-offers-online-appointment-requesting-for-enhanced-patient-care-166404.htm Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Family and cosmetic dentists of Grove Health Dental are now accepting appointment requests via the practice's easy to use website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/lone-tree-dentist-announces-new-presence-on-facebook-and-twitter-166207.htm Thu, 19 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading Lone Tree family and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Angela Osborn, is now engaging with patients via her practice's Facebook and Twitter pages. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/improving-patient-satisfaction-enhancing-safety-and-quality-with-htts-newest-teamwork-training-program-teamstepps-plus-165872.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Traditionally, patient safety and patient satisfaction have been viewed as separate distinct domains. We believe that TeamSTEPPS PLUS is the single proven intervention that can improve both in the same program. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/memphis-podiatrist-helps-patients-put-their-best-foot-forward-with-cosmetic-foot-surgery-165985.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Experienced foot surgeon and podiatrist in Memphis, Dr. Nathan Lucas of Advanced Foot and Ankle Care of Memphis, LLC, is offering professional cosmetic foot surgery to help patients enhance the appearance of their feet. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/baltimore-orthodontist-nationally-recognized-as-invisalign-preferred-provider-in-2010-165571.htm Sat, 14 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Stanley Markovitz, leading Baltimore Invisalign dentist and orthodontist, achieves 2010 elite provider status, placing him in the top 1% of Invisalign-trained orthodontists in the country. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/new-york-city-podiatrist-offering-new-pinpointe-footlaser-for-fast-and-effective-nail-fungus-removal-165352.htm Fri, 13 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading NYC podiatrist, Dr. Ernest Isaacson, introduces PinPointe FootLaser, an advanced treatment for toenail fungus in his Manhattan office. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/online-forms-from-aurora-il-implant-dentist-allows-for-easy-new-patient-registration-165155.htm Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading cosmetic and implant dentists in Aurora, Drs. Samy Samaan and Mohammed Salamah of Midwest Dental Associates, improve practice productivity with online registration forms. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/cosmetic-dentist-in-west-orange-and-livingston-recognized-as-new-jersey-top-dentist-in-2010-164172.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading dentist in West Orange and Livingston, Dr. Ivan Stein of Northfield Dental Group, has been named by his peers as one of the Top Dentists in the state in New Jersey Monthly's Magazine July 2010 issue. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/children-abusing-elderly-parents-a-growing-concern-in-new-jersey-163950.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Elder abuse has become a growing concern in New Jersey in recent years and due to the economic turndown a spike in abuse at the hands of adult children has increased. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/medecision-founder-david-stclair-rejoins-company-as-interim-ceo-163938.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Will Direct Organization's Continued Growth Following Resignation of Scott A. Storrer http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/08/1st-class-medical-oxygen-concentrator-division-sets-industry-standard-by-establishing-the-first-consistent-sales-approach-to-selling-oxygen-concentrators-to-oxygen-therapy-patients-162689.htm Sun, 01 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT 1st Class Medical, a leader in respiratory oxygen equipment, puts the patient before profits. The company's new policies and procedures save oxygen therapy patients time and money. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/old-town-alexandria-dentist-takes-new-patient-care-to-the-next-level-163544.htm Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading Alexandria cosmetic dentists, Drs. Hanna, Pham and Gioffre, have recently added downloadable new patient forms to their practice website in order to simplify the registration process for new patients. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/ottawa-cosmetic-dentist-improves-practice-efficiency-with-professional-website-163545.htm Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading cosmetic dentist in Ottawa launches brand new practice website to enhance the quality and level of care she can offer her patients. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/global-health-progress-epitomizes-clinton-gates-call-for-efficiency-savings-in-regards-to-hivaids-prevention-treatments-services-163353.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT GHP's highlights importance of collaborative partnerships and securing resources, such as access to drugs. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/global-health-progress-highlights-viiv-healthcares-announcement-of-new-initiatives-163354.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Initiatives will improve access to HIV medicines for people living in the least developed countries. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/lakeview-dentist-dr-jeffrey-feffer-introduces-brand-new-practice-website-163364.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Well-known dentist in Lakeview and Lincoln Park, Dr. Jeffrey Feffer, has announced the kick off of his new practice website, which was designed to improve patient communication and education. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/new-patient-forms-for-bloomfield-nj-dentist-improves-practice-efficiency-163145.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Irie Dental Associates, leading dentists in Bloomfield and East Orange, NJ, strive to make first visits more efficient with convenient patient registration forms now available via the practice's website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/are-home-health-care-companies-gaming-the-medicare-reimbursement-system-161797.htm Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT A recent analysis of Medicare payments shows some home health care providers are taking possibly unfair advantage of Medicare incentives for in-home therapy visits. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/in-homecare-bestofbreed-trumps-enterprise-161773.htm Tue, 20 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Homecare-focused vendors deliver the market's top three systems. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/1st-class-medical-oxygen-concentrator-scam-and-coalition-new-division-of-1st-class-medical-161359.htm Sat, 17 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT 1st Class Medical's oxygen concentrator division opens up a new division: the rip-off consumer advocacy program. 1st Class makes an oath to keep the Internet a safe place to shop. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/charlotte-podiatrist-builds-strong-web-presence-for-practice-with-new-website-161356.htm Sat, 17 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading podiatrist in Charlotte, Dr. Basinger of Ankle and Foot Center of Charlotte, has recently announced the launch of his new, educational website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/leading-new-orleans-urologist-dr-neil-baum-educates-patients-with-extensive-video-gallery-161152.htm Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Neil Baum, nationally recognized urologist in New Orleans, has recently added educational videos to his practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/chicago-sleep-apnea-treatment-i-hate-cpap-offers-comfortable-alternatives-to-cpap-dental-sleep-medicine-and-oral-appliances-can-improve-your-sleep-and-improve-your-life-160472.htm Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Sleep Apnea is a serious medical condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes, endocrine problems and worsen diabetes. CPAP, the standard treatment is abandoned by 60% of all patients. I HATE CPAP.com offers a more comfortable alternative. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/aurora-implant-dentist-takes-patient-education-to-the-next-level-with-online-dental-videos-160158.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dentist in Aurora, Dr. Samy Samaan, is equipping patients for good dental health with his new educational videos via his practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/dental-appointments-made-easy-for-patients-in-new-jersey-with-help-of-west-orange-dentist-160162.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT West Orange dentist, Dr. Paul Feldman, is now offering downloadable new patient forms via his patient-friendly practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/new-website-for-rockford-dentist-helps-patients-achieve-their-healthiest-smiles-160163.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Jeffrey Allen, leading general and cosmetic dentist in Rockford, has announced the launch of his new, educational practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/new-smile-gallery-for-concord-dentist-gives-patients-a-preview-of-implant-dentistry-160311.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Khazaie has recently added a before-and-after smile gallery to his practice website in order to demonstrate the effectiveness of restorative dentistry from his Concord office. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/nicholasville-podiatrist-now-offering-helpful-patient-care-instructions-via-practice-website-160312.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading podiatrist in London, Nicholasville, Mt. Vernon and Irvine is now offering a full array of patient care instructions via the practice website in order to encourage good foot health for every patient. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/medecision-offering-webinar-on-membercentric-behavioral-health-utilization-management-160255.htm Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Session Will Discuss How Health Plans Can Begin Planning for Mandated Changes in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care Regulations http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/07/do-not-feel-alone-new-york-medical-malpractice-attorney-walter-g-alton-jr-is-your-fearless-advocate-who-will-aggressively-fight-for-you-160085.htm Wed, 07 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Walter G. Alton, Jr., formed Walter G. Alton, Jr. and Associates P.C., to give highly personalized attention to the prosecution of serious personal injury cases. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/pasadena-cosmetic-dentist-remains-on-the-cutting-edge-of-dental-technology-158300.htm Sun, 27 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Pasadena dentist, Dr. Robert Stender, continues to stay on the forefront of new dental technologies with the practice's new Galileos Comfort 3D X-ray. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/family-dentist-in-mooresville-is-now-accepting-appointments-online-via-practice-website-158033.htm Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading dentist in Mooresville, Lake Norman Cosmetic Dentistry, has recently added online appointment requesting to the practice's website to enhance the patient experience. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/patient-education-from-encino-dentist-encourages-healthy-teeth-and-gums-157816.htm Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dentist in Encino, Dr. Zarinnia, is offering patient education resources via his practice website in order to encourage dental awareness and good oral hygiene. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/lewisville-urgent-care-center-main-street-urgent-care-announces-launch-of-patientfriendly-website-157818.htm Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Zahaluk of Main Street Urgent Care, an urgent care doctor in Lewisville, is pleased to announce the recent launch of his comprehensive website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/proven-healthcare-solutions-to-roll-out-special-discounted-program-on-milliman-care-guidelines-at-healthcare-finance-management-associations-2010-ani-conference-157328.htm Mon, 21 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Proven Healthcare Solutions, an industry innovator in fortifying hospital compliance with emergency department admission screening, is pleased to introduce the offering of a special discounted program for clients utilizing Milliman Care Guidelines. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/itech-releases-saas-based-expedium-medical-billing-solution-v10-157207.htm Sun, 20 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT iTech, a leading SaaS provider, announces the availability of its expEDIum Medical Billing Solution in a SaaS model. The solution provides better billing productivity for practices, hospitals, IPA, MSO, Healthcare BPO/KPO and billing service bureaus. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/lone-tree-dentist-streamlines-new-patient-procedures-with-practice-website-157112.htm Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Lone Tree dentist, Dr. Angela Osborn, has made first appointments easy and efficient for new patients with her patient friendly website and new patient forms. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/schaumburg-family-dentist-promotes-dental-awareness-with-online-patient-education-156679.htm Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Schaumburg dentist, Dr. Mark Ferrari, has introduced new dental resources for his patients - an extensive dental library and educational videos - in an effort to build increased dental awareness for his patients. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/managed-care-company-caresource-names-tarlton-thomas-cfo-156878.htm Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading managed care company, CareSource, appoints CFO to oversee and advise on financial strategies. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/managed-care-company-caresource-names-mark-r-chilson-executive-vice-president-and-general-counsel-156881.htm Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Mark R. Chilson named EVP and general counsel to oversee legal matters for CareSource healthcare companies. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/scottsdale-podiatrist-taps-into-social-networking-to-improve-patient-communication-155722.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading podiatrist in Scottsdale, Dr. Mark Forman, is now engaging with his patients via leading social media channels - Facebook and Twitter. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/new-paltz-family-dentist-launches-educational-practice-website-155727.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Marlin Schwartz, a leading family dentist in New Paltz and the surrounding areas, has recently announced the launch of his new practice website in order to better educate his patients about dental health awareness. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_managed_care_-_hmo_articles/2010/06/bolingbrook-family-dentist-prepares-patients-for-good-dental-health-with-patient-friendly-educational-resources-155728.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Rani Seeth of Bolingbrook Dental Care, a dentist in Bolingbrook, is making dental education an important part of her family dental practice and easily accessible to patients from her comprehensive practice website.