Andrew Rider of Michigan Insurance Company referred this file for medical case management. Instructions were given to meet with Chris Simonson and assist with coordination of appropriate and related medical care, and identify needs to facilitate recovery. INTERVIEW SETTING On 8/25/16 I met Mr. Simonson at the office of Mid Michigan Orthopedics. Mr. Simonson drove independently to the appointment.…
The utilities of the cutting edge equipment in the facility were encased in up the feet of concrete and lined in lead, requiring precise planning. El Camino Hospital, established in 1961, has been designated as a nursing magnet hospital by the American Nursing Credentialing Center. Specialties include cardiac care, dialysis, cancer care, maternal child health services, orthopedics, neurosurgery and behavioral health. Whether constructing a first-hand office complex or a complex manufacturing facility, XL focuses on building strong partnerships and successful projects.…
The ShakeDown: Wison Elser and Montefiore Medical Center by Sherri Jefferson 800 attorneys strong 34 strategically located offices a reputation as a formidable player vast resources This is the description of Wilson Elser, the law firm representing Montefiore Medical Center in an action for an Order to Show Cause to force the deletion of news articles about their treatment of patients. Since 1985, Montefiore Medical Center (hospital) has had 1,879 cases before supreme court judges in Bronx County. The majority of the rulings is favorable to Montefiore Medical Center. Of interest, are the number of successful outcomes in favor of the hospital compared to the nature of the claims, which involves medical malpractice and negligence.…
The reporting party (RP) stated a call was received from the facility last week (could not recall exact date). The RP stated they arrived at the facility due to a resident's fall. The RP stated the call was for resident Lue Bojorquey DOB: 3/18/25. The RP stated Lue was observed with multiple bruise all over her body. The RP stated the bruises were in various stages of healing.…
This firm represents St. David’s South Austin Medical Center (the “Hospital”) in the above-referenced matter. In your June 29, 2016 letter, you contend that the hospital lien filed in regard to the services your client received at the Hospital’s emergency department (“ED”) on March 17, 2016 was fraudulent because Mr. Smith was never “admitted” to the Hospital. Be advised that the Hospital disagrees with your position, as it is a misapplication of Chapter 55 of the Texas Property Code. Section 55.002(a) states that for a lien to attach, the individual must be “admitted to a hospital.” Importantly, the term “admitted to a hospital” is not limited or restricted in Chapter 55 to any particular type of admission, such as an inpatient admission, ED admission, or an outpatient admission.…
Market Analysis for Pocahontas Memorial Hospital Rural Satellite Clinic For health care centers to remain competitive, it is important for them to conduct a comprehensive market analysis to properly understand important issues affecting their health care marketplace (Ginter, Swayne, & Duncan, 2012). An effective market analysis consists of the following elements: industry overview, target customers, market segmentation, competition and market needs, growth, and trends (CSU-Global, 2015). This paper discusses the components of a valuable market analysis and strategic thinking map for Pocahontas Memorial Hospital’s (PMH) that will help them when making strategic decisions and developing strategic alternatives for its’ proposed rural satellite…
Case Q: Whose Hospital? Background of the situation: In June of 1979, the medical staff at Brendan Hospital held a mass meeting at the hospital to discuss various allegations against CEO, Don Wherry. A petition was signed by half the medical staff and by half the employees of the hospital at the mass meeting.…
Andrew Rider of Insurance Company referred this file for medical case management. Instructions were given to meet with Karen Hartman and assist with coordination of appropriate and related medical care, and identify needs to facilitate recovery. INTERVIEW SETTING On 11/9/16 I met Ms. Hartman at the office of Dr. McPherson. Ms. Hartman works at this medical office so she was already at work.…
5/12- 3/2013 PREMIER INTERNAL MEDICINE in Fremont, CA As a volunteer, I shadowed a Medical Director to gain experience in a primary care clinical setting by observing and interacting with patients; observed physician consult with patients, assess their needs, diagnose, order tests, prescribe medication, advise patients on lifestyle changes, and make appropriate referrals; performed vital signs on patients such as weight, height, blood pressure, heart rate, peripheral capillary oxygen consumption(SPO2), and central venous pressure for blood pressure in measure vein. 03/11- 4/2014 WASHINGTON HOSPITAL in Fremont, CA As an Emergency Room Volunteer, I trained new volunteers and also; • Assisted in making patients comfortable by talking…
Each grade is trained nearly 2,000 students from 19 weeks through the 144 partnership agreements with higher education institutions. Nursing, nutrition, social work, physiotherapy, etc. in various fields of medical specialization medical students can be trained here each year. Partnership agreement is also health care, educational opportunities for health information technology, medical records, billing and coding, including health education students. This responsibility should serve to improve the quality of care provided to our veterans.…
Policies within an organization guide best practice for individual roles and responsibilities in addition to patient rules and responsibilities. State and Federal policies influence organizational policies. ABC Medical Center has an influence on patients on a micro level with policies they have in place. ABC Medical Centers Human Resources link available to employees allows for access to organizational policies.…
Is it feasible to integrate medicinal cannabis practices into Colorado’s private, medication-assisted, opiate treatment programs, following the model led by Casco Bay Medical? INTRODUCTION Opiate addiction has been a proven detrimental factor to the lives of many, either by diminishing one’s quality of life or worse, causing their fatal overdose. Thankfully, Americans today are provided with countless resources specialized in treating this hard-to-overcome addiction. Through the services of doctors from all backgrounds, psychologists to psychiatrists, addicts across the nation are given a fighting chance at recovery. Nearly all of these programs choose to follow the same guidelines, which usually involve a form of medication-assisted treatment.…
A physician’s primary responsibility is to provide patients with the best treatment and communicate openly with them regarding their condition. In the scenario presented, Dr. Edwards examines a patient who is presenting with a cough, shortness of breath, and blood in his sputum. The patient was previously examined eight months ago for the same symptoms by Dr. Edward’s colleague who is now on medical leave. Dr. Edwards orders an x-ray and blood tests. The radiologist report concludes the presence of a lung nodule; however the radiologist also informs the Dr. Edwards the lung nodule was present 11 months ago on a prior exam.…
The United States and countries around the world are facing a new challenge with the looming retirement of the Baby Boomer generation. As this generation approaches retirement, the United States will have to overcome many factors to align the financial cost of providing SSI benefits, Medicare and Medicaid. The grown in Medicare eligible individuals is projected to out- number to projected workforce of individuals between the ages of 16-65 by 33 %( Wiener & Tilly, 2002). In addition this will result in fewer individuals paying taxes to support state and federal programs aligned with the current system. Couple that will the change in life expectancy, increased demand in long term care facilities, management of chronic conditions, shortage…
Medical Malpractice Why it went to court. Mary Carnahan HA 210 Medical Law and Ethics October 31, 2014 Introduction We are going to take a medical malpractice case that went to court. Research the case to see why it went to court. I chose a medical malpractice case from Phoenixville, PA.…