What evidence is available to support use of artificial intelligence systems in primary care?
Highlighted Resource: Availability of Evidence for Predictive Machine Learning Algorithms in Primary Care
Feb 12, 2025 11:00:00 AM / by Janice Moore, MLS posted in Primary Care, artificial intelligence
Lung Cancer Screening
Nov 25, 2024 8:30:00 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in Primary Care, medicare, screening, Adult health, lung cancer, smoking
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A perfect time to revisit this topic!
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability, and death in the U.S., and smoking causes almost a half a million deaths per year.
Rural NC Road in Autumn. Photo used with permission
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking—50 Years of Progress: A Report of the Surgeon General.
Is your practice profitable?
Nov 14, 2024 10:09:12 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, finance, practice management
You know the health of your patients.
Do you know the financial health of your practice?
- Where does your practice stand related to financial benchmarks like days in accounts receivable?
- Do you understand your payer mix?
- What is your process for auditing for lost revenue?
North Carolina AHEC has a free tool that you can use to track your practice's financial health.
NP Week 2024: Celebrating Nurse Practitioners!
Nov 13, 2024 8:30:00 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in Primary Care, family medicine, Pediatrics, nurse practitioners
More and more patients are embracing prevention and early intervention to stay healthy and avoid health related complications. NPs encourage health promotion and a comprehensive, wellness-first approach. November 10-16, 2024 is National Nurse Practitioners (NP) Week!
Influenza Vaccine: Holding Claims for CPT Code 90658
Sep 24, 2024 1:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, reimbursement, flu season
Overview of Nurse Practitioners in North Carolina: Regulations, Scope of Practice, and Common Questions
Sep 18, 2024 7:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, Pediatrics, physicians, practice management, nurse practitioners
The role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in North Carolina is integral to the health care system. As advanced practice registered nurses, NPs are trained to provide high-quality care, often serving as primary care providers. This overview will delve into the regulations governing NP practice in North Carolina, address common questions regarding their scope of practice, prescriptive authority, collaboration requirements, and documentation. The speaker will also dispel a few myths related to NPs!
Unlock Strategies for Diabetes Management: Join Our Free Webinar on October 23rd and Improve Care Today!
Aug 30, 2024 9:28:52 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Primary Care, diabetes
In this educational endeavor, the goal is to enlighten learners about the prevalence of diabetes and chronic kidney disease within primary care settings. Delving into the factors that hinder or support patient involvement in their treatment, this initiative will also delve into strategies for enhancing performance and implementing activities that foster wellness in individuals with diabetes.
Applications accepted now through September 29th for telehealth infrastructure grant
Aug 14, 2024 2:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, telehealth, OB/GYN, Office of Rural Health, rural health
In case you missed it...Updates from last week
Jul 9, 2024 8:45:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, behavioral health, anxiety, depression, CoCM
New modules available in the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) Training Series
Jul 3, 2024 2:07:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, Primary Care, behavioral health, anxiety, depression, CoCM