If you are looking to enter the healthcare industry, you need more than just admissions requirements and step-by-step guides. You need to catch up on what’s happening in healthcare and that changes all the time.
The HealthcareDegree.com blog tackles topics relevant to both those joining the healthcare field and those already working within it. From updated salary figures to ongoing regulatory battles to interviews with professionals, we cover the issues that matter. Check out some of the posts below to learn more about where the healthcare industry is at right now, where it is headed, and how it all affects you.
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Healthcare Cybersecurity – What Health Information Professionals Should Know
October 12, 2023The healthcare sector has long been a major target of cyber-criminals, making up nearly 25 percent (210 out of 870) of documented ransomware attacks, but the last couple of years has seen a substantial increase in major data breaches.
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Do Physician Assistants (PAs) Have Autonomous Practice Authority?
September 22, 2023Currently, PAs in the US practice in collaborative or supervisory relationships with a physician. This is intrinsic to this profession. Many states have been moving towards more autonomous and collaborative practice models.
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How Telehealth is Used in Physical Therapy
August 22, 2023Many times in life, a person might find themselves needing physical therapy (PT). PTs play a vital role in the treatment of patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, and injuries, as well as in preventative care and general wellness.
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Student Loan Forgiveness for Healthcare Workers
July 18, 2023Healthcare workers are revered as heroes, but their service often comes with the crushing burden of student loan debt. Read on to learn about student loan forgiveness plans for healthcare workers and researchers.
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Upcoding, Unbundling, and Other Forms of Healthcare Fraud
July 13, 2023Taxpayers are losing tens of billions of dollars per year to Medicaid and Medicare fraud, according to the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (NHCAA). Conservative estimates put the total amount of healthcare fraud at 3 percent of overall healthcare expenditures; some law enforcement agencies put it as high as 10 percent.
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The Fight for the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
May 2, 2023The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) is a groundbreaking agreement between states that offers a pathway for audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice across state lines.
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Highest Paid Nurses (2023)
April 18, 2023With a wide variety of specializations and populations, nurses can follow their interests and find a career path that fuels their creativity and desire to learn. However, nursing is a demanding job that requires education, skill, and compassion.
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Artificial Intelligence in Speech-Language Pathology – Expert Interview
April 13, 2023Combining crowdsourced data, machine learning algorithms, biofeedback, and gamification, AI applications have exciting potential in assisting speech-language pathologists (SLPs).
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Occupational Therapy & Mental Health – What to Know
March 31, 2023Occupational therapists are key members of multidisciplinary medical teams who work with individuals going through experiences like that of Turner. While their focus is on helping patients with injuries and disabilities improve their ability to complete everyday activities, they can also be a strong source of support.
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Guide to Sports Medicine Careers (2023)
February 15, 2023March is National Athletic Training Month, and this year’s theme is Providing Healthcare Everywhere. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness about the important work of athletic trainers and the field of sports medicine as a whole.