According to The Joint Commission (TJC) and the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), moderate sedation (sometimes referred to as conscious sedation) is a drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by...
CMS survey data from 2024 paints a clear picture for ambulatory surgery centers (ASC) on what to look out for: Persistent gaps in infection...Read More »
Your organization should assess bylaws on an annual basis and whenever a regulatory body introduces a new standard or makes changes to an existing...Read More »
Healthcare providers often find themselves on the receiving end of verbal, emotional, or physical abuse at work. Despite making up only 10% of the...Read More »
CMS’ requirements have changed extensively throughout the years, and this year is no different: The organization recently implemented new...Read More »
As the economy continues to grow, people are beginning to emphasize their desire for a better work environment. In recent years, we have seen...Read More »
Artificial intelligence is increasingly impacting healthcare safety and compliance, offering tools for improving patient care and operational...Read More »
Overprescribing medications is a common practice and mistake in the healthcare field. It’s a complex inaccuracy that has adverse effects on...Read More »
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology...Read More »
