Birmingham Archives

Awarix Provides Efficiency Advantages for Hospital Physicians

Sep 04, 2007 at 10:56 pm by steve

Imagine the last time you saw a flight status screen in an airport. Now imagine that this screen not only shows whether or not your flight is on time, but also any foreseen de.... Read More

Doctor Pioneers Surgical Technique to Treat Pterygium

Sep 04, 2007 at 10:56 pm by steve

One Birmingham physician has become a national pioneer in his development of a new surgical technique to treat pterygium, a benign thickening of the conjunctiva of the eye tha.... Read More

CMS Finalizes Rule to Cease Paying Hospitals for Preventable Infections and Medical Errors

Sep 04, 2007 at 10:56 pm by steve

On August 1, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule to end Medicare payments to hospitals for the added costs associated with specified avoid.... Read More

HIPAA: A Continuous Process for You and Your Staff

Sep 04, 2007 at 10:56 pm by steve

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act — known as HIPAA — has been around for four years, but are healthcare providers really complying with all aspects?.... Read More

Retail Approach to Healthcare<br>Coming under Increased Scrutiny

Sep 04, 2007 at 10:56 pm by steve

Retail health clinics have attracted quite a bit of attention over the last year, partly because of the fast-growing nature of this patient-care model. Indeed, industry ex.... Read More