Population Care | Quality Measures solution displaying non-compliant patient list

NCQA certification is a powerful confirmation of the caliber of our Population Care solution as the engine that helps bring quality-rich, value-based care to our clients.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. (PRWEB)
February 12, 2020

SPH Analytics (SPH), a leader in healthcare analytics and population health management, announced that its Population Care™ | Quality Measures solution has achieved National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) certification for its measure engine supporting NCQA-Certified HEDIS quality measures.

HEDIS (Healthcare Effectiveness and Data Information Set) measures, as established by the NCQA, are one of the most widely used group of performance improvement tools in healthcare. The certification validates SPH Analytics’ quality measure engine in its calculation of measure performance and care gap reports. SPH’s solutions allow its healthcare organization clients to track and compare quality performance across their member and patient populations.

“NCQA certification is a powerful confirmation of the caliber of our Population Care solution as the engine that helps bring quality-rich, value-based care to our clients,” said Amy Amick, President and CEO of SPH Analytics. “Certified measures further support our clients’ accreditation requirements, performance improvement initiatives, and value-based contract requirements.”

Over half the health plans in the United States, including the top 50 largest health plans in the nation, partner with SPH Analytics for patient/member engagement services, healthcare survey management, and insightful quality and cost analytics that empower them to take targeted actions to measurably improve patient experience and population health.

SPH Analytics will demonstrate its Quality Measures HEDIS solution in Booth 4775 at the 2020 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition, March 9–13, 2020 in Orlando, Florida.

For more information about SPH Analytics and its healthcare analytics and solutions, visit SPHAnalytics.com.

HEDIS® is a registered trademark of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

About SPH Analytics

SPH Analytics (SPH), a leader in healthcare analytics and population health management, empowers clients to analyze and interpret their clinical, financial, and consumer experience data to maximize their performance. SPH’s Population Care™, Population Value™, and Population Engage™ solutions are built on the innovative Nexus™ Platform, providing insights and impact to integrated health networks, ACOs, hospitals, ambulatory care providers, physician groups, and health plans. SPH’s quality measure dashboards, financial risk measurement, healthcare survey and patient outreach solutions, and consulting services empower clients to meet the Triple Aim by improving population health, reducing overall cost of care, and improving the patient experience.

SPH Analytics is a recognized leader in the industry, earning accolades as a top ranked population health vendor by KLAS, ranked the number one analytics firm out of the top 50 disruptive health IT companies by Black Book Research, and ranked number one in MACRA and MIPS Support Technology for Value-Based Care by Black Book Research. SPH Analytics has been providing insights to clients for more than 35 years and serves clients in all 50 states. Corporate headquarters are in metro Atlanta. SPH Analytics is a portfolio company of the $3 billion STG Partners. For more information, call 1-866-460-5681 or visit http://www.sphanalytics.com.

About NCQA

NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. NCQA Accredits and Certifies a wide range of health care organizations and recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA’s website (http://www.ncqa.org) contains information to help consumers, employers and others make informed health care choices.

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2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)

“Noblis is pleased to collaborate with our customers to accelerate the virus detection process and combat the coronavirus outbreak,” said Amr ElSawy, president and CEO, Noblis.

RESTON, Va. (PRWEB)
February 12, 2020

Scientists from Noblis and the Defense Biological Product Assurance Office (DBPAO), a component of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), are continuously evaluating polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays (tests) for detection of the new Wuhan coronavirus.

“Noblis is pleased to collaborate with our customers to accelerate the virus detection process and combat the coronavirus outbreak,” said Amr ElSawy, president and CEO, Noblis. “Our scientists and technical experts are using advanced analytics, bioinformatics and high-performance computing solutions for biosurveillance and other areas which are contributing to global public health and safety.”

The research was done using BioLaboro, a Noblis application developed for rapidly designing de novo (new) assays and validating existing PCR detection assays. The data, published by the researchers at the online discussion forum, http://virological.org/, identifies four highly specific sequences which are unique to the new coronavirus and are in disparate locations across the genome. The four BioLaboro assays were compared to four assays from a German group (Corman and colleagues) as well as those from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which are currently in use as diagnostics. The four Noblis assays were found to be in different locations in the genome sequence compared to the other assays.

As new whole genome sequences of the Wuhan virus are added daily, there is an ongoing need to immediately evaluate the effectiveness of existing assays and to design new ones when signature erosion is observed (degraded assay performance due to genetic changes in the virus sequences). Emerging and reemerging infectious diseases, like the Wuhan coronavirus, known officially as the “Novel Coronavirus 2019-nCoV,” that emerged in China at the end of 2019, are a significant threat to global public health. Rapid spread of this virus may lead to a genetically diverse collection of variants with a paucity of epidemiological information. Leveraging advances in next generation sequencing technologies, whole genome sequence data can be produced within 24 hours of obtaining a sample. Noblis and DBPAO are using new data submissions to continue to monitor signature erosion in the Wuhan virus with BioLaboro, updating the results on the blog post at http://virological.org/.

Noblis Life Sciences

Noblis is an industry leader in developing world-class bioinformatics tools to support the nation’s rapidly evolving biosurveillance needs. Their bioinformatics expertise uses big data, advanced analytics, and high-performance computing to create a layered defense against biological weapons. Customized Noblis-designed bioinformatics tools for metagenomic analysis are utilized to detect, define, deter and defeat biological threats. Learn more about Noblis’ full spectrum of Life Sciences support here or our CBRNE capabilities here.

About Noblis

Noblis is a dynamic science, technology, and strategy organization dedicated to creating forward-thinking technical and advisory solutions in the public interest. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Together with our wholly owned subsidiary, Noblis ESI, we tackle the nation’s toughest problems and support our clients’ most critical missions.

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Plantar Wart treatment on the bottom of the foot and toes in Howell Michigan & Brighton Michigan.

“Thank you for making us your number one choice in Howell Michigan we have been working hard to keep your costs low, avoid any type of surgery, and get you healed as soon as possible!”

BRIGHTON, Mich. (PRWEB)
February 12, 2020

Advanced foot and ankle specialists of Howell Michigan and Brighton Michigan have been performing removal skin lesions, toe warts and foot warts for over 20+ years in Livingston County. This podiatrist and foot doctor practice includes four hospital trained podiatrists and ingrown toenail removal specialists available to help with the full range of toenail problems.

Toe and foot wart removal options:

There are three types of ingrown toenail removal that are routinely performed.

1) Medical Pedicure for Feet & Toes:

• A medical pedicure consists of using specialized sterile instruments are used for cleaning and shortening thick and fungal toenails. Yet this can also include treating toe warts and foot warts.
• The next step is maintaining proper moisturizing of a patient’s feet. The patient is evaluated for any decreased blood flow, any nerve disorders, any skin disorders.
• This is not a cosmetic medical pedicure excavation point. This is specifically based on medical standards.

2) Medical Toe and Foot Wart Treatment:

• Plantar warts are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
• A podiatrist can trim the hard callus that grows over it and treat it with cryotherapy and different strong acids to make the wart go away.
• This has a success rate of 85% over approximately 6 months.

3) Toe and Foot Wart Surgery:

• If the wart does not improve with medical treatment, it is possible to provide a small injection and provide anesthetic to the site.
• At this point an in-office procedure can completely remove the wart by a podiatrist.

Advanced foot and ankle specialists of Howell Michigan and Brighton Michigan pride themselves on providing comprehensive the care and working as a multispecialty team. The four doctors at this practice are on staff at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Livingston, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Brighton, and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Ann Arbor. Working as part of this large multidisciplined team, they can work with internal medicine doctors, primary care doctors, endocrinologists and vascular surgery specialist to provide comprehensive care.

Advanced foot and ankle specialists have four different doctors within their practice: Dr. Tom Biernacki, Dr. John Stevelinck, Dr. Marc Bonanni and Dr. Danielle Meyka-Blanchard. All four of our foot doctors are on staff at St. Joseph Mercy hospitals. They pride themselves on serving Livingston County and Washtenaw County.

In the past podiatrists were simply office-based clinicians, but now are all medical school and residency trained physicians. All four doctors at Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists have spent four years of medical school, and at least three years in a hospital-based surgical residency. Now the podiatrists of Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists boast Harvard residency status, and some have received post residency specialized fellowship training in diabetic surgery and wound care.

Dr. Tom Biernacki states, “We are so thankful to be your choice for your foot and ankle lesions and skin conditions! Our number one goal is to take great care of people’s foot and ankle problems, with as little surgery as possible, and for as little cost as possible. We emphasize getting people better as quickly as possible, and it looks like we are starting to really make a difference!”

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Prabhat Sinha, M.D.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB)
February 12, 2020

Dr. Prabhat K. Sinha specializes in family medicine at his practice, Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates, located in Toms River, New Jersey. Dr. Sinha offers high quality health care for a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions, including minor illnesses, injuries and managing and treating complex medical issues, such as diabetes, pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and renal conditions.

Dr. Sinha graduated from M.G.M. Medical School with his medical degree prior to completing his residency at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He has over 27 years of experience in the field of medicine.

Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates offers pain management strategies for chronic, debilitating orthopedic pain conditions. The practice also offers preventive services including comprehensive physical exams, immunizations, labs, radiology testing and health screenings.

Dr. Sinha and his practice’s mission is to improve the lives of every patient by treating the whole patient. He strives to improve health and promote healthy lifestyles, prevent disease progression, provide support and rehabilitation for advanced conditions in a caring and collaborative environment.

He is affiliated with numerous hospitals in New Jersey including Community Medical Center.

Dr. Sinha is currently accepting new patients at his Toms River medical practice. He is available for appointments, preventive care, and medical care as well as ongoing patient care.

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ABILENE, Texas (PRWEB)
February 11, 2020

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Abilene, Texas for 2019. The informational guide recognizes the top 8 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Abilene, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Abilene with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Abilene. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Abilene, Texas please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-abilene-tx/.

2019 Best Rehab Facilities in Abilene, Texas (in alphabetical order)

180 House

2102 Amy Lyn Avenue

Abilene, TX 79603

888-280-0180

Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas

1099 Flat Rock Road

Azle, TX 76030

817-406-4441

Great Oaks Recovery Center

11210 FM 102

Egypt, Texas 77436

877-977-3268

Life Renovations

1 Village Drive, Suite 350

Abilene, TX 79606

325-672-7055

Serenity House

150 Orange Street

Abilene, TX 79601

325-603-4067

Shades of Hope

402 A Mulberry Street

Buffalo Gap, TX 79508

325-218-4060

Starlite Recovery Center

230 Mesa Verde Drive

Center Point, TX 78010

855-389-6786

Riverwalk Ranch

6960 Dick Price Road

Mansfield, TX 76063

877-863-3869

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)
February 11, 2020

Terry Moore, a renowned business leader and popular TED speaker (How to Tie Your Shoes), has announced the launch of Homeolux™ and the company’s Beacon40™ product line. Singularly focused on bringing hope and help to families battling cognitive decline, HomeoLux™ is a health and technology company that designs wellness products based on cutting-edge scientific research. With the CDC calling for action to support the 16 million+ people affected by cognitive impairment in the U.S. alone, Moore and his team launched HomeoLux™ to offer accessible wellness solutions to the public.

When his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2016, Founder and CEO Terry Moore paused his retirement and dedicated his focus to searching for a scientific solution to provide hope and help for his family.The launch of Homeolux is driven by Terry Moore’s passion and drive to help his wife, and other families facing cognitive decline.

On the launch, Terry Moore stated, “Cognitive decline is both a global health crisis and a personal challenge for my family. When my wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, I was disheartened to learn that no cure was available. Then I discovered that hope could be found in light therapy. I thought, ‘It’s like a massage for your brain.’ I turned my focus to developing a product that would bring help to my family and others.”

The Beacon40™ is a light system that fits seamlessly into regular routines to support brain health. Scientific research shows, when a disturbance in the brain’s gamma rhythm occurs, cognitive function decreases. Beacon40™ utilizes precise engineering to deliver lights pulsing at 40Hz, mirroring the brain’s healthy gamma rhythm, which has been found to improve mental acuity, memory and attention.

“Terry Moore is one of the most inspired thinkers I know, and I am amazed at the offering he has built with HomeoLux,” says David J. Brenner, Ph.D., D.Sc., Higgins Professor of Radiation Biophysics Director, Center for Radiological Research, Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Brenner continued, “With his experience both personal and professional, it’s no surprise he’s created a brilliant product in such a needed space.”

The Beacon40™ offers a safe, noninvasive method of stimulating the brain’s activity and rejuvenating healthy gamma rhythms, while users go about their daily routines. In fact, the Beacon40™ can be used while working, reading and watching television.

Both the Beacon40™ Personal and the Beacon40™ Surround provide wellness routines to improve brain function and cognitive health. The Beacon40™ Personal is recommended for smaller personal spaces and can be purchased for $399. The Beacon40™ Surround accommodates larger rooms and is available for $659.

Each system includes a wireless remote control to change the settings for personal preferences. With the sleek design, both products blend seamlessly into any décor.

ABOUT HOMEOLUX

HomeoLux™ is a health and technology company that designs wellness products based on cutting-edge scientific research. Founder and CEO Terry Moore, who is a respected management consultant a popular TED speaker, stepped out of retirement to launch the company when his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. HomeoLux™ delivers wellness technology that is safe and accessible, bringing hope and help to families battling cognitive decline.

ABOUT THE BEACON40™ PRODUCT LINE

Families battling cognitive decline need help now. There just isn’t time to wait. Beacon40™ brings the latest advances in scientific research into your home or office today. Beacon40™ lights are safe, quiet and noninvasive. They’re designed to fade into the background while users go about their daily routines. Use them while watching television, cooking, reading or entertaining. With wireless remote control and elegant design, the Beacon40™ light system is easy to set up and operate. It’s also portable so you can take it with you on vacation or other travel plans.

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BALTIMORE (PRWEB)
February 11, 2020

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Baltimore, Maryland for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 21 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Baltimore, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Baltimore with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Baltimore. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Baltimore, Maryland please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-baltimore-md/

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Baltimore, Maryland (in alphabetical order)

Ashley Addiction Treatment

800 Tydings Lane

Havre de Grace, MD 21078

800-799-4673

Family Health Centers of Baltimore Community Recovery Program

631 Cherry Hill Road

Baltimore, MD 21225

410-354-2000

Gaudenzia Park Heights

3643 Woodland Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21215

410-367-5501

Glenwood Life Counseling Center

516 Glenwood Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21212

410-323-9811

Harbel Prevention and Recovery Center

5807 Harford Road

Baltimore, MD 21214

410-444-2100

Helping Up Mission

1029 East Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

410-675-7500

Hope House Treatment Centers

26 Marbury Drive

Crownsville, MD 21032

410-923-6700

Ideal Option

19 Fontana Lane, Suite 108

Rosedale, MD 21237

877- 522-1275

Maryland House Detox

817 S Camp Meade Rd.

Linthicum, MD 21090

833-506-0319

Penn North Recovery

2410 Pennsylvania Avenue Suite #200

Baltimore, MD 21217

410-728-2080

Powell Recovery Center

14 South Broadway

Baltimore, MD 21231

410-276-1773

Right Turn-IMPACT

1209 Liberty Road

Eldersburg, MD 21784

410-581-4900

Tranquility Woods

171-A Ryan Road

Pasadena, MD 21122

410-442-6638

Treatment Resources for Youth (TRY)

3319 West Belvedere Avenue

Baltimore MD 21215

410-578-8100

Total Health Care

1501 W. Saratoga Street

Baltimore, MD 21223

410-383-8300

Tuerk House

730 Ashburton Street

Baltimore, MD 21216

410-233-0684

Turning Point Clinic

2401 East North Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21213

410-675-2113

Wells House

124 East Baltimore Street

Hagerstown, MD 21740

301-739-7748

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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