Columbus, OH Oct 31, 2011 – The Defense Supply Center – Columbus has selected U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group, a leading operator of occupational healthcare and urgent care medical centers, to operate two on-site health centers for their employees.
Through this program, U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group will be responsible for providing medical services to over 6,500 people; both civilian employees as well as active military personnel.
The comprehensive medical services to be provided include health and wellness training. Interactive health awareness event programs, injury and illness assessment and treatment, vaccinations, medical surveillance exams, pre-employment exams and testing as well as physical exams for military personnel about to be deployed.
“We are excited to partner with DSCC to provide high-quality, on-site healthcare for employees,” said Dr. Thomas Hadley, Regional Medical Director for U.S. HealthWorks. U.S. HealthWorks, which operates six other medical centers throughout Ohio, began serving employees on Oct. 25.
With 169 centers and worksite locations in 15 states and 2,700 employees – including approximately 600 medical providers – U.S. HealthWorks centers serve over 10,000 patients each day throughout the country.
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Foster Farms Partners with U.S. HealthWorks For On-Site Health Centers for Employees
Turlock, CA Oct 19, 2011 – Foster Farms, the West Coast’s leading poultry brand, has chosen U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group, California’s leading operator of occupational healthcare and urgent care medical centers, to operate two on-site health centers for the company’s employees in the Central Valley towns of Turlock and Livingston.
U.S. HealthWorks will provide comprehensive occupational health care for Foster Farms employees.
“We are excited to partner with Foster Farms to provide convenient, high-quality healthcare to the company’s employees,” said Dr. Troy Manchester, Regional Medical Director for U.S. HealthWorks. U.S. HealthWorks will begin serving the two locations on Nov. 1.
With 169 centers and worksite locations in 15 states and 2,000 employees – including approximately 350 affiliated physicians – U.S. HealthWorks centers serve thousands of patients each day throughout the country.
“Employee health and safety are key priorities at Foster Farms. In selecting U.S. HealthWorks to staff our onsite health centers, we are assured that our employees will receive excellent care,” said Maria Silveira, Vice President of Labor Relations for Foster Farms.
Precyse Appoints Paul Flanagan as Vice President of Compliance and Privacy
Wayne, PA and Alpharetta, GA Oct 4, 2011 — Precyse, a leader in health information management (HIM) technologies and services, announces the appointment of Paul Flanagan as Vice President of Compliance and Privacy. Flanagan will oversee Precyse’s Corporate Compliance Program, including monitoring healthcare regulatory developments and maintaining corporate policies and procedures; compliance and privacy training; risk audits and assessments; and regulatory reporting and communications. A member of the Senior Leadership Team, he will report directly to Precyse CEO Jeffrey Levitt and will be based in the company’s Wayne office. Flanagan replaces Precyse Vice President of Compliance and Privacy, Cheryl Servais, who is retiring.
“I am very excited about the opportunity to lead Precyse’s compliance and privacy program and bring my experience from the provider side to the innovative healthcare services and technology programs and products that Precyse offers”, said Paul Flanagan. “Precyse’s vision of a world where meaningful health information is readily available to help save time, money and lives is the future of healthcare.”
Flanagan has served as Chief Compliance Officer/Privacy Officer for a number of prominent healthcare organizations, including Hahnemann University Academic Hospital; 21st Century Oncology; Express Scripts/CuraScript Inc; Shands Health System at the University of Florida; Eisenhower Medical; University Medical Center in Tucson, Ariz.; and Alegent Health in Omaha. In his most recent position at Hahnemann, Flanagan ensured compliance with the federal government’s five-year, $900 million Corporate Integrity Agreement with Tenet Healthcare and instituted a comprehensive education and training program that included general and specific compliance training for 3,200 people regarding various compliance issues and risks.
Flanagan holds a juris doctor degree from Creighton University School of Law, a master of science degree in Hospital Administration from Widener University and a bachelor’s degree from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. He served on the National Board of Directors for the Healthcare Compliance Officer Association (HCCA) from 1998-2001 and as an adjunct professor in hospital administration at various universities. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Because of his expertise in healthcare compliance, Flanagan has been sought out as a speaker for many HCCA, AHIMA, HFMA and AIC events and has been a contributing editor and advisory board member of many industry publications.
“Paul has dedicated most of his career to the area of compliance and privacy, particularly in the healthcare setting,” said Levitt. “He is the ideal choice to lead our Compliance and Privacy programs. I look forward to the expertise that he will bring to our organization.”
Precyse Offers Electronic Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Through Natural Language Comprehension-Driven Coding Solution
Wayne, PA and Alpharetta, GA Oct 03, 2011 — Precyse, a leader in Health Information Management (HIM) technology and services, is revolutionizing Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) initiatives for its healthcare provider clients through precyseCDITM, a tool that enables integrated CDI with coding workflow and electronically facilitates identification of gaps and areas for improvement in clinical documentation. PrecyseCDITM is a component of precyseCodeTM, the industry’s first computer assisted and Natural Language ComprehensionTM (NLC)-driven intelligent workflow solution.
precyseCodeTM is a single, comprehensive platform to optimize coding processes, accelerate revenue cycles and support healthcare organizations as they navigate compliance challenges, implement CDI initiatives, migrate to ICD-10 and address the challenges of health reform and Meaningful Use. As part of precyseCode, precyseCDI is providing Precyse customers with a means of ensuring their CDI objectives are met through more explicit and accurate clinical documentation, reduced risk of coding errors, more timely and appropriate reimbursement, improved audit ratings and physician profiles and heightened regulatory compliance.
“The Natural Language Comprehension capabilities that make precyseCode the most powerful computer assisted coding environment available are also enabling precsyeCDI to take Clinical Documentation Improvement to new, sustainable level that has never before been possible,” said Chris Powell, President of Precyse. “Given the increased detail and complexity of ICD-10, accuracy will be paramount. If clinical documentation isn’t done correctly, then coding can’t be done correctly, and if coding isn’t done correctly, healthcare providers won’t be reimbursed properly. Armed with precyseCode and precyseCDI our customers will begin putting into place a CDI program that will help them prepare for the increased documentation and coding accuracy that ICD-10 will demand.”
PrecyseCDI uses precyseCode NLC to review clinical documents and, in addition to assigning the appropriate ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes, can identify gaps and inaccuracies and suggest opportunities for improvement. And since NLC allows the coding environment to actually learn with every encounter, its knowledge base, and thus its CDI capabilities, are constantly growing.
Several healthcare organizations are already taking advantage of precyseCDI to improve CDI processes in preparation for ICD-10, including Sarasota Memorial Health Care System in Sarasota, Fla. “We knew that we needed to start preparing for ICD-10 now, in order to change documentation practices over the next two years,” said Diane Settle, Executive Director, Revenue Cycle for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System. “PrecyseCDI was selected as our solution to help us evaluate our current clinical documentation practices and determine where we have lack of specificity.”
“With precyseCDITM, healthcare providers can electronically focus on CDI efforts right now and start working with their clinical staff to prime them for ICD-10,” said Powell.
Baptist Health System (BHS), which includes four hospitals in the greater Birmingham, Ala., area, transitioned from a paper-based environment and implemented Precyse’s innovative coding platform in 2009. The new coding platform allowed BHS to “virtualize” the coding department and create an integrated, seamless and productive team. BHS has experienced increased productivity, accuracy and quality, while significantly reducing costs. There has been a 20% increase in coding quality, a 5% increase in DRG-based revenue and a 10% reduction in voluntary auditing. Before the end of the year, BHS will upgrade to Precyse’s NLC-enabled computer assisted coding platform.
“The precyseCode upgrade will position BHS to even further improve the outcomes we’ve already achieved with Precyse,” said Chloe Phillips, Corporate Director of HIM for BHS. “We plan on using it as a competitive advantage that will actually improve productivity in the face of the transition to ICD-10.”
Precyse will be discussing electronic CDI through its Natural Language Comprehension-driven coding solution, precyseCode, at the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) national conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, October 2 – 5, 2011. Visit Precyse, AHIMA Diamond Partner and AHIMA Foundation Member, in booth #1419 at AHIMA 2012 to learn how precyseCDI and precyseCode will enable providers to focus on CDI and ICD-10 initiatives now to prepare for the future.
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, 2011 — M2S, 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 AFX™ Endovascular 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®.”