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Federal Government Healthcare Programs, 2006.
An overview of how the main U.S. government healthcare programs work.
1,543 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 81.95
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This paper provides an overview of the Medicare and Medicaid government healthcare programs in the U.S. The paper explains which segments of the population are entitled to these programs, how they are funded and some of the criticisms leveled at the programs.
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"The year 2005 is the 40th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, two of the most well known federal healthcare programs in the United States. Both of the programs were instituted by the Social Security Act, with Medicare administered by Social Security Administration and the federal financing for Medicaid managed by the Social and Rehabilitation Service. Today, after a series of changes in administration, the CMS, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, is the agency that oversees the programs ("40th Anniversary for Medicare and Medicaid" 1)."
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Federal Programs Under Three Presidents, 2002.
Discussion of the different aspects of "The New Deal", the "Great Society" and the "Reagan Revolution".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 71.95
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Over the past 70 years, three major federal government programs saw the light of day. The New Deal under President Roosevelt, the Great Society proposed by President Lyndon Johnson, and the Reagan Revolution under President Ronald Reagan all had unusual and sometimes controversial components. I will briefly discuss each of these in this paper.
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Healthcare Governance Interviews, 2008.
A discussion of interviews with the Director of Record Services and the Director of Medicare/Medicaid Billing at the Vanderbilt Medical Center.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper takes a look at the Vanderbilt Medical Center, one of the State of Tennessee's largest employers, in tandem with its parent organization, Vanderbilt University. Two directors within the Vanderbilt Medical Center were interviewed in relation to their responsibilities, the level of their influence and input into the organization, as well as their general purview of the organization's operations. Comparing the two interviews, the paper concludes that there seems to be a wide disparity in the degree of organizational involvement between these two departmental managers.
Outline:
Organization Overview
Director of Record Services
Director of Medicare/Medicaid Billing
Conclusions
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"Vanderbilt Medical Center is budgeting for capital expenses across the spectrum of its operations. In that light, my sense was that not only was Mr. Alvarez apparently given access to the center's top management but he was also a trusted member of its informal advisory committee regarding fiscal policy and management. While his direct departmental responsibilities and tasks were not related to overall center budgeting processes, his input regarding the Medicare/Medicaid payments and services was considered critical to the Vanderbilt Medical Center's ongoing financial viability."
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Improving Healthcare in a Healthcare Facility, 2006.
Describes a system for improving the patient incident reporting system in a typical tertiary healthcare facility.
2,249 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 16 sources, APA, AU$ 111.95
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This paper examines the patient incident reporting system at a hospital and explains that the present system, which is designed to track patient incidents such as falls, patient abuse and medication errors, as well as provide a means of implementing corrective action, is highly labor-intensive and cumbersome. The paper then proceeds to identify and describe six different initiatives that would improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the current patient incident reporting system.
Table of Contents
Initiative No. 1. Use Existing Hospital Information
System for Patient Incident Reporting for JCAHO
Quality Assurance Tracking Purposes
Initiative No. 2. Installation of Hospital-Wide Patient
Records Database
Initiative No. 3. Use Existing IT Systems to Trend
Adverse Patient Incidents for Inclusion in Hospital-Wide
Quality Assurance Reports
Initiative No. 4. Applying Existing Information Systems
for Improved Inventory Control
Initiative No. 5. Implement Interactive Menu-Processing
System for Inpatients
Initiative No. 6. Improve Hospital and Grounds Security
by Using IT-Based Web Camera Applications
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"The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) has already mandated that all accredited healthcare facilities have in place a means of tracking patient incidents such as falls, patient abuse, and medication errors and to provide a means of implementing corrective action when deficiencies are identified (Bryan & O'Connell 23). Although our hospital does in fact have such a patient incident reporting system in place, it is a highly labor-intensive paper form-based approach that requires copying and hand-delivery to the Office of Quality Assurance; furthermore, this paper-based system is easily transferable to the existing hospital-wide information system intranet. In this regard, the proposed online replacement should replicate the existing patient incident reporting system as closely as possible to ensure staff acceptance of this alternative (Auerbach, Beckerman, Cohen, Goldstein, Quitkin & Rock 134)."
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Federal Pre-Merger Notification Program, 1993.
A look at the background, law, antitrust issues, guidelines, successes, roles of the government, business and consumers and enforcement.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 102.95
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"Introduction
In order to help insure economically competitive domestic markets, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice have established certain procedures designed to facilitate the analysis of proposed horizontal merger transactions before they are consummated and thus before they have real-world effect. This paper will examine the premerger notification program from several perspectives, including an overview of the background to this problem, a discussion of the major players involved, an analysis of the new guidelines, and finally a brief note on expected enforcement changes.
BACKGROUND
Title II of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (referred to herein as ? 7A of the Clayton Act)..."
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The United States and National Healthcare Insurance, 2005.
Examines whether a government-sponsored healthcare insurance is a winning proposition for the American people.
1,857 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 95.95
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In the early 1990s, under the Clinton administration, a system of national healthcare was proposed for the United States. Although the plan failed, many Americans still believe that they would be better off if the government paid for the costs of healthcare. This paper examines both sides of the argument - those who are pro-national healthcare and those who believe that the physician-patient relationship is not the proper province of government. The paper examines Europe's policy of state sponsored healthcare to compare with the United States.
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"So, no matter how many facts and figures each side brings to the table, the basic argument remains -- is the field of Healthcare appropriate for federal intervention? Regardless of the scope of European successes, regardless of the contribution to the general welfare, and regardless of its equalizing propensities, the use of federal dollars to pay for Healthcare in the United States will remain controversial. It is not that one side does not wish to help the other, the well-off to help the unfortunate, but rather that there is a difference of opinion on the ultimate extent of personal responsibility. For so long Americans have made so much of the concept of "self-reliance" that the mere mention of the creation of a new government program conjures up images of an uncontrollable and meddlesome monster."
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Treatment Programs for Wife Batterers: Assessment of the Dose Program, 1992.
A proposal for a study on the effectiveness of a treatment program designed to prevent spousal abuse. Includes a literature review and methods section.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 27 sources, AU$ 192.95
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"Introduction
In several speeches in 1989, the United States Surgeon General indicated that over 2 million women are physically assaulted by their spouses or partners each year (Geffner & Rosenbaum, 1990). The O.J. Simpson trial, despite its many sideshows, managed to place the issue of domestic abuse more firmly on the center stage of public discourse. The growing awareness of the seriousness of the domestic abuse problem has resulted in the legal system taking such cases more seriously. In addition to increased incarceration and punishment, many judges have begun referring men who abuse their partners in domestic abuse intervention programs. However, few studies have been made to assess the effectiveness of such programs. Those studies that have been conducted have only drawn weak..."
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Medicare and Medicaid, 2002.
An analysis of the government funded healthcare programs, Medicare and Medicaid, focusing on the elderly population.
2,272 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 113.95
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This paper provides a lengthy argument concerning the implementation of a national prescription drug plan for elderly persons that are dependent upon Medicare and Medicaid for their medical insurance needs. The paper claims that since prescription drugs are costly and vital to the improvement of the overall health and well-being of elderly persons, they should be the key characteristic involved in Medicare and Medicaid reform. The paper examines the importance of Americans becoming aware of government initiatives such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Introduction
A Brief History of Medicare in the United States
Problems that Medicare Faces
Medicare and the Prescription Drug Quandary
Medicaid Participation by Elderly Residents
History and Background of Medicaid
Research Methods and Resources
Conclusions and Recommendations
Works Cited
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"Medicare and Medicaid are government-sponsored programs whose objective is to provide patients with health assistance upon meeting specific criteria. Medicare is the federal program that provides insurance for elderly patients aged 65 and over, and approximately 40 million people are enrolled in this program. Medicaid is an insurance program that is available for disadvantaged persons, including the elderly, who cannot afford health benefits because of low incomes or other factors. Both programs are subsidized by government funds and in many instances, will cover the costs of basic medical care as well as specialized testing and supplies."
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An In-Depth Look at Social Programs Across the Country, 2000.
A look at several programs, such as drug and alcohol abuse programs, community dispute programs, and the future of such programs.
4,800 words (approx. 19.2 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 196.95
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Pre- Trial Intervention
Drug Courts
Statutory Diversion
TASC Programs
Mediation Programs
Victim - Offender Mediation Programs
Community Dispute Resolution Programs
Alcohol Detoxification Centers
Manhattan Bowery Corporation
Decriminalization
Future of Diversion Programs
Conclusion
Works Cited Page
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In today?s society it has become necessary for the criminal justice system to attempt to employ mores alternatives to the traditional prosecution of cases. It was from this need that Diversion Programs were born. These programs were set up to benefit both the offender and the criminal justice system.
There are several benefits for offenders that these diversion programs offer. It allows an eligible offender to be quickly evaluated and have intervention proceed. After identified as an eligible offender, personalized help can be offered. Help such as drug and alcohol counseling, medical care and different forms of education. Diversion also lessens the trauma to the offender, from an emotional and economic point of view, due to facing possible criminal prosecution. As a whole, these programs give offenders an opportunity to be diverted out of the criminal justice system and get a second chance to redeem themselves.
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Federal Home Loan Bank System, 1995.
This paper examines the Federal Home Loan Bank system a federal programs to assist in the funding of home purchases: History, purpose, functions, risks, affordable housing & community development, mortgages, thrift industry crisis, capital, and member be
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 102.95
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"The American Dream is generally equated with the ability of each American family to own their own home. However, homes cost considerably more than most Americans can purchase with cash, and the result has been that Americans and the American economy has introduced a sophisticated system of credit and credit policies to facilitate home purchases. The income tax system effectively subsidizes home purchases by providing a deduction for interest associated with mortgage interest, and homes are commonly used as security for other types of loans. The end result is that the American homeowner has become an integral part of the American economy. This research examines one of the federal programs set up to assist in the funding of home purchases, the Federal Home Loan Bank system. The history, purpose and current activities of this institution are discussed, as well as its future prospects."
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Social Security Programs for Seniors, 2006.
A look at federal government programs for seniors in Canada.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 85.95
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Over the past thirty years the federal government has improved its social security programs for seniors. Older women have particularly benefited from these initiatives. This paper discusses the programs available to senior women in Canada and examines some of the reasons which help to explain why women more so than men need such programs.
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Healthcare Communication, 2008.
This paper focuses on healthcare communication between the providers of healthcare and their patients.
1,454 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 78.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the term healthcare communication can refer to all types of communications used in the healthcare industry, be it communication between and among healthcare agencies, healthcare providers, and healthcare clients. In this paper, however, the writer concentrates on the topic of healthcare communication between healthcare providers and their patients-clients. The paper emphasizes the importance of this communication and looks at the current movement in healthcare education to bring back the human touch into healthcare practice in order for medicine to regain its soul.
Outline:
What is Healthcare Communication?
Relevance of Healthcare Communication
Emergency Room Situations
Confidentiality
Dealing with Family Issues
Dealing with Sociocultural Issues
Communication in the Process of Healing
Principles of Therapeutic Communication in Healthcare Settings
Verbal communications
Verbal communications
Nonverbal communications
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"Communication is an exchange, a two-way process. But sometimes this is forgotten in the healthcare setting when the patient-client becomes the passive, receiving end while the healthcare provider does all the talking and fails to listen. However, for healthcare delivery to be effective, there should be an exchange of information between the two parties.
"Healthcare providers have a 2-fold responsibility towards their patients who are basically their clients. First, they must have the technical skills, and second, they much have the ability to communicate and empathize. In other words, a healthcare professional does not only need the brain and skill to perform his/her work. He/she must also have his/her heart into it."
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The Economics of Healthcare, 2006.
Discusses the healthcare budgeting process and its impact on the broader healthcare industry.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 128.95
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This paper discusses healthcare budgeting process as it impacts the economics of the industry relevant to the government rules and regulations that define the overall process. Of particular importance are the Medicaid and Medicare programs and how recent changes in policies and the regulatory environment have impacted the healthcare industry. Overall, the regulatory environment of the Medicare and Medicaid government programs has made healthcare budgeting and economics a much more problematic endeavor.
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"While most administration officials view the economics of healthcare budgeting to be nothing more than a specialized version of the normal business budgeting process, in the healthcare industry, this viewpoint can be problematic. The core activities of the healthcare budgeting process are fairly straightforward and can be largely automated through specialized industry software. But the economic impact on the wider community that this process engenders is an extremely important consideration because the budgeting process determines pricing for services, taking into consideration insurance and government restrictions, and this process impacts affordability. Within this process are such line items as staffing requirements, workload activities, as well as a host of variables."
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Wellness Programs in the Workplace, 2008.
A research study on wellness programs in the workplace and their impact on healthcare costs.
3,675 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 163.95
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This paper examines wellness programs in the workplace in the form of a literature review on this specific subject. The paper also focuses on the impact that wellness programs have upon healthcare costs. The paper explains that the objectives of this research are specifically in making a determination of the cost-effectiveness of workplace wellness programs and particularly as related to reduction in health care costs for the organization. The paper then looks at how the literature is replete with evidence in support of development and implementation of workplace wellness programs and asserts that the significance of this work lay within the additional knowledge that this research work will add to the existing knowledge base in this subject area. The paper also explains that methodology employed in this research work is one of a qualitative, comprehensive, and interpretive nature in that the researcher will review the available peer-reviewed and scholarly literature in this subject area that is found in journals, periodicals, and other academic material appropriate to support qualitative research findings.
Outline:
Introduction
Research Aims and Objectives
Significance of Research
Methodology:
I. Wellness Program and ROI
II. Reasons for some Programs Failure
III. Important Elements for Ensuring ROI and Success
IV. Screening process is 'Key'
V. Cost-Benefit and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
VI. Components of Wellness Programs Identified
VII. WELCOA: 'Seven Best Practices' Identified
VIII. Benefits Reaped by the Organization
Summary and Conclusion
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"The reason stated by Holtyn for failure of many of the wellness programs is that they are not designed in a comprehensive manner and because the programs "lack standards of practice and evaluation" which limits the ability of the programs to "demonstrate their effectiveness and impact on employee health and well being." (Wellness Program Management Advisor, Health Resources Publishing, 2006) The first area assessed in the wellness programs are stated to be: '...worksite environment' and 'corporate environment'. According to Holtyn: "Working within those two [environment], you can have some pretty robust results in terms of risk reduction. A study of worksite environments includes an examination of onsite vending machines, cafeteria menus, smoking policies and other policy issues within a given company's organization..." (Wellness Program Management Advisor, Health Resources Publishing, 2006)."
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