Simple cognitive test and EMR tool boost dementia care actions in primary care setting, trial finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Jun 07, 2024
A five-minute cognitive assessment test and an electronic medical record (EMR) decision-making add-on system improved dementia diagnosis and care, according to a clinical trial.
Federal health IT strategy must include senior living, coalition says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 05, 2024
The federal government should integrate the needs and requirements of senior living and other long-term care providers into its health IT strategy to address the varying needs and complexities of the residents...
UCSF telehealth program cuts costs and improves outcomes for seniors with dementias
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 25, 2023
A telehealth program out of UCSF has achieved the coveted goal of cutting costs and improving patient care for seniors with dementia, researchers state.
More news for Wednesday, Feb. 22
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 22, 2023
Congressman tells AG Garland that Esformes case is ‘political’ … FHCA unveils 2023 legislative priorities … Medicare advisers suggest tweak to coverage process for Alzheimer’s drugs … Schumer...
Caregivers, seniors with Alzheimer’s to benefit from ‘Rippl’ effect, access to 24/7 helpline
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 09, 2024
A new dementia care platform will get telehealth to more seniors, and their caregivers, including access to a 24/7 helpline.
Business briefs, Aug. 31
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 31, 2022
American Senior Communities first in US to deploy MyndVR 3.0 with HTC VIVE Flow Immersive Glasses … Opinion: Tighten up Medicaid eligibility these ways … Omnicare parent CVS named to top 10 lists for...
Medical directors get new smartphone tool to better track tasks, compliance efforts
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 14, 2023
A software platform designed to streamline workflows and communication for healthcare administrators is being picked up for medical directors of one of the major senior care providers in the Midwest.
Healthcare spending more on tech, but still needs better infrastructure to catch up
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 29, 2023
Many healthcare companies are planning on adding new digital technology over the next few years, although they may not have the infrastructure for it, research shows.
Promising Alzheimer’s treatment options lead to expanded PET scan recommendations
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 24, 2023
CMS is now recommending expanding coverage for PET scans by lifting the current single-test limit.
Heath-tech startup to pilot a ‘tech-enabled care pathway’ for seniors with dementia
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 27, 2023
A new startup that specializes in dementia care management joins the ranks of senior-care software companies that look to use AI.