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Care Guidance Programs: Transforming Chronic Care Management for a More Equitable Future

We’re excited to share a recent article published in Medical Economics by Tina Graham, COO of Guideway Care, that sheds light on the transformative potential of care guidance programs in the realm of chronic care management (CCM). CCM plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and their vulnerable patients. Those at […]

Guideway Care In Group Practice Journal!

Discover how the payvider model is revolutionizing healthcare delivery in the United States in our article published in Group Practice Journal, an American Medical Group Association (AMGA) publication. Introductory paragraph below and read the full article here: May / June Issue of Group Practice Journal Providers and payers in the U.S. healthcare system have been […]
Craig Parker

Guideway Care CEO, Craig Parker, Selected to Present at Health Insights Fall Forum, Addresses Growing Need for Alternative Care Approaches

Guideway Care’s chief executive officer, Craig Parker, will co-present with David Randall, chief strategy officer, UAB Health System at the Health Insights Fall 2022 Forum, Thursday, October 27, New Orleans, LA. Parker will share Guideway Care’s perspectives and experiences in alternative patient interaction methods – from care at home to non-clinical navigation, and will share […]

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Technology: Its Role In The Oncology Healthcare World

Communication And Patient Centered Care: What You Need To Know

When it comes to health care practices, patient centered care is of the utmost importance. You should always take a patient-first approach. That way you can improve health outcomes and ultimately prevent costly mistakes. That being said, let’s talk about communication and person centered care in greater detail. What Is Patient Centered Care? Patient centered […]

Which Social Determinants of Health Lead to Low Care Quality vs. High Healthcare Utilization

Key Points New Humana data identifies which social determinants of Health (SDoH) have the biggest impact on health and well-being, as measured by care quality and acute care utilization. Findings can help healthcare organizations, payers and public policymakers better determine macro-level effective SDoH interventions among individuals with type 2 diabetes. Thanks to Humana, its survey results […]
The Importance Of Patient Engagement And Education

The Importance Of Patient Engagement And Education

Patient education and engagement are strongly linked. These are two very crucial concepts when it comes to hospitals and health care centers. So in this article, let’s talk about healthcare patient engagement, education, and how you can improve your health organization. Read More: The Impact Of Communication On Patient Engagement Why Patient Engagement & Education […]
Why A Hospital Management System Is Necessary

Why A Hospital Management System Is Necessary

Healthcare navigation for hospitals is incredibly important for modern society. It isn’t just important for the patient themselves who may need to get medical treatment. It’s also important for their friends and family. After all, we’re all a community and everyone must work together. That being said, let’s talk about why you need a hospital […]

80% of a Patient’s Health Risk is Tied to Non-Clinical Issues

New study reinforces findings of 2020 Health Affairs report Three years ago, Health Affairs reported that experts estimate that up to 80 percent of a person’s health is determined by nonclinical factors—things like financial stability, access to safe, affordable housing and to healthy food, and social supports. Yet, as a society, we spend billions of dollars […]
Patient Acquisition Vs Patient Retention

Patient Acquisition Vs Patient Retention

Patient acquisition and patient retention are both very important for any kind of medical practice. After all, you need to both acquire a good patient base and keep them as well in order to be successful and maximize health outcomes over the long run. That being said, let’s talk about the difference between patient acquisition […]

Value-Based Contracts Reward Health Equity Improvements

Key Points Now more than ever, care guidance is becoming a “must have” addition to the service portfolio of health systems, hospitals and provider organizations that are taking on shared risk with payers through value-based contracts. These providers are electing to participate in new arrangements that link payments to measured outcomes, health equity improvement, and […]
Improving The Cancer Patient Journey

Improving The Cancer Patient Journey

With cancer on the rise, it’s more important than ever that medical practices have the right tools at their disposal to improve the patient journey and help them in a more comprehensive way. From understanding symptoms to giving more accurate diagnoses to creating mindful therapies, let’s talk about some of the ways that we can […]
Communication And Patient Centered Care: What You Need To Know

Communication And Patient Centered Care: What You Need To Know

When it comes to health care practices, patient centered care is of the utmost importance. You should always take a patient-first approach. That way you can improve health outcomes and ultimately prevent costly mistakes. That being said, let’s talk about communication and person centered care in greater detail. What Is Patient Centered Care? Patient centered […]

Care Guidance Aligns with Medicare Advantage VBID Model, Now Extended Through 2030 

Key Points: To address Social determinants of health (SDoH) among at-risk managed care beneficiaries, CMS announces that its Medicare Advantage (MA) Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model is extended through 2030. This includes changes specifically focused on health-related social detriment challenges and associated patient needs. For example, under this Model, participating MA plans may provide patients with […]

Health Inequities, Social Determinants of Health Could Be Underlying Factors Impacting U.S. Life Expectancy

Key Points: A recent National Public Radio (NPR) story, Live free and die? The sad state of U.S. life expectancy, digs into why Americans experience more diseased conditions and higher rates of early mortality compared to other nations. This story comes on the heels of Federal health officials confirming that life expectancy in America had […]
What Is Quality Improvement In Healthcare?

What Is Quality Improvement In Healthcare?

When healthcare managers aim to set targets for their company, this is called quality improvement. Quality improvement is an essential part of any healthcare organization. However, this term can be somewhat vague at times. Therefore, what does quality improvement in health care really mean? Well, in this article, let’s talk about the definition as well as […]

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Care Guidance Programs: Transforming Chronic Care Management for a More Equitable Future

We’re excited to share a recent article published in Medical Economics by Tina Graham, COO of Guideway Care, that sheds light on the transformative potential of care guidance programs in the realm of chronic care management (CCM). CCM plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and their vulnerable patients. Those at […]

Guideway Care In Group Practice Journal!

Discover how the payvider model is revolutionizing healthcare delivery in the United States in our article published in Group Practice Journal, an American Medical Group Association (AMGA) publication. Introductory paragraph below and read the full article here: May / June Issue of Group Practice Journal Providers and payers in the U.S. healthcare system have been […]
Craig Parker

Guideway Care CEO, Craig Parker, Selected to Present at Health Insights Fall Forum, Addresses Growing Need for Alternative Care Approaches

Guideway Care’s chief executive officer, Craig Parker, will co-present with David Randall, chief strategy officer, UAB Health System at the Health Insights Fall 2022 Forum, Thursday, October 27, New Orleans, LA. Parker will share Guideway Care’s perspectives and experiences in alternative patient interaction methods – from care at home to non-clinical navigation, and will share […]