Precyse Partners with the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society in Recognition of National Healthcare Information Technology Week

Wayne, PA and Alpharetta, GA Sep 12, 2011 — Precyse, a leader in health information management (HIM) services and technologies, partners with the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) and others in support and celebration of the Sixth Annual National Healthcare Information Technology (HIT) Week. This year’s theme is One Voice, One Vision: Transforming Health and Care.
Comprehensive health care reform is not possible without system-wide adoption of health information technology, which improves the quality of healthcare delivery, increases patient safety, decreases medical errors, and strengthens the interaction between patients and healthcare providers. The transformation of health and care requires a collaborative effort between providers, industry, the government and the media to educate industry and policy stakeholders on the value of health IT for the U.S. healthcare system.
Precyse introduces PrecyseSource, an informative portal of provider health information case studies, white papers and webinar presentations — reflecting the transformation of provider healthcare information management and systems. Precyse is helping to educate and increase the awareness of the importance of healthcare systems and technology in today’s healthcare. Click here: PresyseSource.
―Our participation in National HIT Week and the launch of PrecyseSource, underscores our commitment of taking care of the information that is taking care of patient lives‖, said Chris Powell, President of Precyse. ―Today more than ever, the role of technology in healthcare information is vital. By working together, Precyse’s people, processes and technology create solutions that drive healthcare actions, sparking innovation in healthcare information and driving healthcare actions that help providers improve revenue cycles, drive efficiencies, and manage clinical data. Our vision is to live in a world where all meaningful health information is available to help save time, money and lives‖.
Precyse is proud to continue its support in this effort and in the progression of healthcare information services and technology as a Gold Corporate Partner with HIMSS whose mission is to lead healthcare transformation through the effective use of health information technology. Precyse is also a Diamond Corporate Partner with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), whose main mission is to advance the HIM profession through educational programs, research, and funding for grants and scholarships for the next generation of Health Information Management (HIM) leaders.

U.S. HealthWorks Announces Offer to Visit Local Businesses to Administer Flu Shots

Valencia, CA Sep 8, 2011. – For businesses looking to fight the flu in the workplace this year, one national company has an old-fashioned offer: we’ll come to you.
U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group, a leading operator of occupational healthcare and urgent care centers in the nation, said today it is offering to visit area businesses on-site and provide flu vaccination shots to their employees.
U.S. HealthWorks has 155 centers and worksite locations in 14 states and employs 2,000 people. The centers offer urgent care services, as well as physical therapy, chiropractic and occupational healthcare services.
“Many employees intend to get flu shots but for whatever reason don’t end up getting vaccinated,” said Dr. Leonard Okun, National Medical Director for U.S. HealthWorks. “We are pleased to offer this opportunity to make it as easy as possible to be vaccinated and decrease the likelihood of the flu spreading in the workplace.”
Under the program, a U.S. HealthWorks professional would visit your business and administer flu vaccinations and also provide educational information on flu prevention. The on-site program is available to businesses providing vaccinations for 25 employees or more.
To set up a date and time for U.S. HealthWorks to administer flu shots at your business, or for more information regarding this program, contact a nearby U.S. HealthWorks.
Seasonal flu vaccines protect against the three influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the upcoming season. The viruses in the vaccine can change each year based on international surveillance and scientists’ estimations about which types and strains of viruses will circulate in a given year. About two weeks after vaccination, antibodies that provide protection against the influenza viruses in the vaccine develop in the body.

M2S Releases Preview 3.3.0

West Lebanon, NH Sep 8, 2011M2S, Inc., a leading provider of patient management and clinical data analysis services today announced the release of version 3.3.0 of its Preview® Treatment Planning software. This latest release of Preview adds the Endologix AFXEndovascular AAA System and the Gore® Excluder® AAA Endoprosthesis, featuring C3 Delivery System. Preview 3.3.0 also includes updates to all main body stent graft parts, giving the software a total of eighteen virtual stent grafts. Users can interactively plan endovascular procedures with the simulation of these manufacturer-specific virtual grafts prior to surgery through the company’s patented Virtual Graft™ technology in the Preview software. Other features of the release were user interface enhancements, such as improving the view of measurements on the 3D model.
As the pioneer in advanced vascular 3D imaging and with a commitment to improving vascular patient outcomes, M2S has set the standard for endovascular patient management services for abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms with its Preview software and PEMS® (Patient Evaluation & Management System) registry. M2S’s Preview software provides accurate and efficient pre-operative treatment planning and post-operative surveillance through a 3D model and measurement tools. The software tools aid users with the visualization of treatment strategies and achieving optimal surgical outcomes.

Classic Industries Europe Named Finalist for Prestigious Industry Awards

Latrobe, PA Nov 1, 2011 — As the plastics industry’s equivalent of the Oscars, the Plastics Industry Awards have come to be known as the forum for recognizing and rewarding excellence in this increasingly competitive market. Many of the United Kingdom’s leading plastic companies and designers are vying for these highly coveted awards. To be considered, suppliers submit a written entry about their work relative to the awards categories. The entries are judged by a panel of carefully selected industry experts.
This year, Classic Industries Europe is nominated for “Best Training and Development Programme,” “Best Environmental or Energy Efficiency Programme” and “Processor of the Year” awards, which are based on the following criteria:
● “Best Training and Development Programme” is open to companies which view the development of skills in their staff as an integral part of their own development. The winner will have demonstrated an investment in training, examples of effectiveness as well as good appraisal and personal development programs.
● “Best Environmental or Energy Efficiency Programme” recognizes companies that have made a significant improvement in their environmental performance and/or energy efficiency. The winner will have developed specific programs that have led to real, measurable benefits (such as scrap reduction, recycling schemes, energy-saving programs, community initiatives or designing for the environment).
● “Processor of the Year” is open to processors (manufacturers of finished components and products using plastics materials) and OEMs processing inhouse that have demonstrated overall excellence. The winner will have shown leading performances across a number of areas, which could include business enterprise and growth, technical innovation, personnel development, manufacturing efficiency, customer relations or environmental consciousness. Essentially, the company will have proven its status as an all-round, world-class processor.
The awards ceremony will be held on October 14 in London. It is expected that over 600 guests will be in attendance.
“We’re extremely proud of the entire team at Classic Industries for these nominations,” said Jay Smith, COO. “Complete customer satisfaction is always our top priority, but it is truly an honor when respected members of the plastics industry recognize our unyielding commitment to excellence.

Celebrating its 12th Year, Precyse Sparks Innovation in Healthcare Information

Wayne, PA and Alpharetta, GA Sept 1, 2011 — Precyse, a leader in health information management (HIM) services and technologies, celebrates its twelfth birthday today. From its early beginnings as a services company in 1999 the company has grown into an innovative organization comprised of people, processes and technology that drive healthcare actions. Focused on health information management, Precyse has more than 1100 colleagues servicing more than 850 customers across the United States.
In Town Hall Meetings this week, President Chris Powell reiterated Precyse’s vision to all colleagues. “The future we see for the community we serve is a world where all meaningful information is available and helps save time, money and lives.” said Powell.
Offices in Alpharetta, GA and Wayne, PA held celebrations to mark the event. In Pennsylvania founder and CEO, Jeff Levitt reminisced with colleagues about the past, and shared his vision for the future of Precyse. “I’m very proud of how far we have come in the last twelve years,” said Levitt. Our recognition by industry leaders, like KLAS and our partnerships with clients are true indicators of the quality of work we do for the community we serve.”
Today Precyse’s offerings include products ranging from an integrated transcription and coding platform with advanced speech recognition, expert workflow technologies and Natural Language Comprehension™ to HIM consulting services. Precyse’s people, processes and technology are sparking innovation and driving healthcare actions that help providers improve revenue cycles, drive efficiencies, and manage clinical data. Click here to watch Precyse’s latest video, released in honor of its 12th anniversary milestone.

IMG Launches Two Unique International Insurance Plans

Indianapolis, IN Sep 1, 2011 – New plans added to IMG’s product portfolio
International Medical Group®, Inc. (IMG®), a worldwide leader in designing, distributing and administering global health care benefits, has launched two international group insurance plans, adding to its diverse product portfolio. The Patriot Platinum Group Travel Medical InsuranceSM and Patriot Green Group Travel Medical InsuranceSM plans, provide a wealth of benefits and are tailored to meet the specific needs of groups of five or more in their respective market.
“We are excited about the addition of these products to our portfolio,” said Jeff Nasser, Senior Vice President of International Marketing at IMG. “People travel abroad for a variety of reasons. It is our goal to offer a range of products, backed by world-class services, to meet their unique needs.”
Patriot Platinum Group provides first-class protection for groups of five or more international travelers who want to obtain the maximum coverage available in a short-term travel medical product. Among the many benefits available, the plan provides up to $8,000,000 of coverage, an extensive range of deductibles, certain coverage for sudden and unexpected recurrences of pre-existing conditions, exclusive access to IMG’s Global Concierge and Assistance ServicesSM, and premium coverage for in-patient and out-patient medical expenses. Coverage is available from five days up to three years for U.S. citizens traveling outside the U.S. and for non-U.S. citizens traveling outside their home country.
Patriot Green Group is designed for groups of five or more environmentally conscious international travelers that are serious about sustainable and responsible tourism. The plan includes an Eco Sports Rider covering such activities as jungle zip lining, wildlife safaris, and cave tubing among others. The plan also includes an additional AD&D benefit allowing the insured the opportunity to donate $5,000, in the event of his/her Accidental Death and Dismemberment, to an environmental organization that positively impacts global conservation. This donation is payable by IMG on the insured’s behalf. Patriot Green Group can only be purchased online. Coverage is available from five days up to two years for U.S. citizens traveling outside the U.S. and for non-U.S. citizens traveling outside their home country.
Additionally, both plans offer insureds easy access to more than 17,000 providers through IMG’s proprietary International Provider AccessSM (IPA) when seeking treatment outside the U.S. Insureds can also reduce their out-of-pocket costs when seeking treatment in the U.S. by locating providers through the independent Preferred Provider Organization, a separately organized network of hundreds of thousands of established, highly qualified health care physicians and many well-recognized hospitals in the U.S. contracted by IMG.
Nasser further added, “Our global experience and flexibility, coupled with how we service and support our clients’ needs is what sets us apart in the international insurance market. This allows us to truly provide Coverage Without Boundaries®.”