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Patient satisfaction differs between inpatient, outpatient settings, Leapfrog finds

Dive Brief: A new survey by The Leapfrog Group of patients at hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers suggests that while they are satisfied on several levels, safety issues remain a significant concern, especially when children are being treated. Leapfrog’s Patient Experience Report — which analyzes responses to three different Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and… Read More »

Three table settings for sweethearts

Rather than dining out this Valentine’s Day, avoid the crowds and an expensive bill by creating a romantic table setting for two at home. Villeroy & Boch has these tips to help you create an intimate and treasured experience to remember – one that doesn’t necessarily have to take place at the table. Think outside… Read More »

CA Blues tries Apple Watches, AI to aid data gathering in care settings

Blue Shield of California is hoping to improve the physician-patient connection by having its doctors wear Apple Watches loaded with smart medical assistance. BSC, together with its health services partner Altais, have partnered with Notable Health, a company that provides technology to captures office visits through the use of artificial intelligence. The data is captured,… Read More »

Telehealth use jumps at inpatient settings

Dive Brief: The use of telehealth services has surged in inpatient settings but remains relatively flat for outpatient locations, according to a pair of surveys released Tuesday by data and analytics company Definitive Healthcare. Providers in both care settings are planning to invest in the technology going forward, with 90% slated to do so in… Read More »