“This is the third year of our annual Index, and we are seeing how the use of data is having a positive impact for our customers and the communities they serve.”

AUSTIN, Texas (PRWEB)
February 20, 2020

ESO, the leading data and software company serving emergency medical services (EMS), fire departments and hospitals, today announced the findings of its 2020 ESO EMS Index. The Index tracks performance of more than 1,360 EMS agencies nationwide across five metrics contained in our previous EMS Indices: stroke assessment, end-tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2) monitoring following advanced airway placement, 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) use for adults with chest pain and aspirin administration for adults with chest pain. Lights and siren transport from scene is a new metric added for the 2020 Index.

For 2020, the Index continues to look at overdose numbers since calls related to overdose continue to climb significantly. Additionally, influenza (flu) surveillance is presented seasonally versus calendar year to give a more accurate sense of the flu cycle. Data used for the Index stem from patient encounters that occurred between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019.

“This is the third year of our annual Index, and we are seeing how the use of data is having a positive impact for our customers and the communities they serve,” said Dr. Brent Myers, Chief Medical Officer for ESO. “In particular, we see year-over-year improvement of 12-lead EKG utilization and improvement in complete stroke assessment and documentation. Aspirin administration continues to be an issue to address, while overdoses continue to climb.”

Key Findings Include:

• 
  9-1-1 Calls represented 81 percent of all records in 2019.
• Stroke Assessment Performance continues to show improvements across the board – with a seven percentage-point jump from 2018 to 2019 (65 percent to 72 percent, respectively). The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS) was most commonly used.
• EMS providers continue to recognize the value of EtCO2 monitoring after advanced airway placement. In 98 percent of cases with 9-1-1 calls only, EtCO2 monitoring was initiated after advanced airway insertion (96 percent in 2018). Additionally, of those calls with an EtCO2 value recorded, 88 percent had more than one value recorded.
• Aspirin administration and documentation still needs improvement. Successful administration and appropriate documentation of aspirin for patients with chest pain was at 53 percent in 2019.
• Overdose encounters continue to climb. Overdose accounted for nearly 2.5 percent of all 9-1-1 calls, up from 1.65 percent of all encounters in 2018.
• Flu was bad in early 2019. Flu-like primary impressions accounted for 1 percent of all encounters, with the majority coming in the months of January and February.
• The use of lights and sirens ranges across the board. Overall most patients (87 percent) were transported without lights and sirens. Nevertheless, there was variation in the proportion of lights and siren transports across agencies, suggesting that there may be organizational level drivers of this metric that should be further explored.

“While it’s fantastic to see improvements across many of the metrics, we know there are still some areas that warrant further attention across the entire EMS landscape,” added Myers. “We look forward to continue working closely with our customers and the industry to share data-driven knowledge that helps improve the health and safety of all our communities.”

The full 2020 ESO EMS Index can be downloaded here.

About the Index

The dataset for the 2020 ESO EMS Index consists of real-world, de-identified data compiled and aggregated from more than 1,360 agencies across the United States that use ESO’s products and services. The findings presented in this year’s iteration of the Index are based on 6.85 million anonymized 9-1-1 calls (out of 8.46 million total calls) that took place between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019, representing a full calendar year.

About ESO

ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today’s EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. ESO currently serves thousands of customers throughout North America with a broad software portfolio, including the industry-leading ESO Electronic Health Record (EHR), the next generation ePCR; ESO Health Data Exchange (HDE), the first-of-its-kind healthcare interoperability platform; ESO Fire and ESO FIREHOUSE Software for fire departments; and ambulance revenue recovery/billing software. ESO is headquartered in  Austin, Texas. For more information, visit  http://www.eso.com.

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In the six months following the Executive Booster training, Gordon’s patient visits increased by 77 percent. “We’re thriving and building the practice.”

CLEARWATER, Fla. (PRWEB)
February 20, 2020

Ulan Nutritional Systems, a company delivering clinical and practice management training to chiropractors, nutritionists and other alternative health care practitioners, is addressing what many practitioners see as their biggest challenge—the business of healthcare.

Most practitioners who enter the health care profession do so with the purpose of helping people solve their health problems. They spend years getting trained in their chosen field, but they receive very little preparation or training on how to run a successful practice.

Any practice has all the facets and requirements of any other business. Even a solo practitioner working in a home office must do marketing, patient management, administration, and financial management.

For those practitioners who have the vision to reach a wider community and help change the healthcare paradigm, expansion is a must. When one location turns into two or more, business acumen becomes an essential skill.

One of the training programs Ulan Nutritional Systems offers is the Executive Booster.

This program is designed to take you from practitioner to owner and Practice Manager. The modules give you clarity on how each area of your practice should operate, what each area should be producing, and exactly what you need to do as the CEO to manage and expand the practice.

A practicing chiropractor for 33 years, Dr. Lisa Gordon discovered Nutrition Response Testing® and came to Ulan Nutritional Systems for training. She has most recently practiced in a home office in Columbia, MD for eight years.

“I knew I needed to grow if I wanted to reach my goals,” says Gordon. “But I was not sure how to go about it. I didn’t know how to be a boss and grow my practice.”

Gordon had thought about expanding many times, but she always succumbed to the objections – too expensive, can’t afford it, not the right time.

“I realized it was a lack of knowledge and the confidence to do the job of running an expanding practice that was holding me back,” says Gordon. “I took the plunge and enrolled in the Executive Booster program. I also brought my one employee with me to do the Patient Management Workshop, so she’d have the tools to do her job better.”

In the six months following the training, Gordon’s patient visits increased by 77 percent. “We’re thriving and building the practice,” says Gordon.

And the dream is finally becoming a reality – in less than a month they move into a new space with five treatment rooms. “My purpose has gotten huge,” explains Gordon. “Since the Executive Booster and with the support of Ulan Nutritional Systems, everything has fallen into place. It just feels right. I’m excited about finally achieving my dreams. I have no anxiety or negative feelings about this move. Now that I have the skills and confidence, and I can already see the results in the growth of the practice, I’m willing to take it on.”

About Ulan Nutritional Systems, Inc.

Ulan Nutritional Systems, Inc. was founded in 2005 by Dr. Freddie Ulan. After his discoveries in the field of nutrition, he overcame a severe physical illness. He started receiving more and more demand from health care practitioners to train them on his methods. The company has trained thousands of practitioners nationwide in Dr. Ulan’s methods, and now offers not only training in Nutrition Response Testing, but also patient management, practice management, and personal development.

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“CSG has provided IV&V and federal compliance support for HIX and IES implementations in several states,” says Robin Dufresne, Director of CSG’s Healthcare and Human Services Practice, “We apply our experience to help assure the HIX/IES is implemented to best serve the people of the Commonwealth.”

CHICAGO (PRWEB)
February 20, 2020

CSG Government Solutions, a national leader in government program modernization, has been selected to perform Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services’ (EOHHS) Health Insurance Exchange and Integrated Eligibility System (HIX/IES) project.

EOHHS, along with the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority (the “Health Connector”), provides services and support that improve the health and well-being of the people of Massachusetts. The HIX/IES creates a one-stop health insurance marketplace for individuals and families to enroll in affordable health coverage.

CSG is providing IV&V for project planning, program management, procurements, user acceptance testing, federal compliance, and other aspects of the project.

“CSG has provided IV&V and federal compliance support for HIX and IES implementations in several states,” says Robin Dufresne, Director of CSG’s Healthcare and Human Services Practice, “We apply our experience to help assure the HIX/IES is implemented to best serve the people of the Commonwealth.”

CSG Government Solutions deploys highly experienced teams and innovative methods, knowledge, and tools to help governments modernize complex programs. CSG clients include 44 state governments, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Labor, and large municipal governments.

Contact:

Robin Dufresne

Director, Healthcare and Human Services Practice

CSG Government Solutions

180 N. Stetson Ave

Suite 3200

Chicago, IL 60601

Office: 312.444.2760 Fax: 312.938.2191

rdufresne@csgdelivers.com

About CSG Government Solutions:

CSG Government Solutions is a leading government operations consulting firm focused on helping states modernize critical programs. Our highly experienced teams and industry-leading Centers of Excellence help governments leverage innovative technology and processes to meet the challenges of administering complex programs. Founded in 1997, CSG has established itself as a trusted adviser to government agencies across the U.S. For more information, visit http://www.csgdelivers.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)
February 23, 2020

Cred International Co., Ltd. has proudly announced that it is introducing the first Japanese Wellness Beauty Center called AN SPA NY in New York. This amazing new spa is located at a luxurious old Castle Hotel & Spa and will offer a wide range of services including yoga, fasting. Moreover, AN Spa NY by Cred International began its services on February 1st, 2020, and it is already getting a phenomenal response.

“We are very excited to open our first Japanese owned Wellness Beauty Center in New York’s Castle Hotel & Spa .” Said the Representative of Cred International, while talking about the newly opened Japanese spa in New York. “We have a network of 1200 affiliated hotel facilities in 24 cities around Japan, and contribute to providing additional values as the leading company in the hotel spa industry. ” He added.

In addition, this spa will be operated by a Japanese company in an old castle hotel in partnership with a Japanese travel agency, a major cosmetics maker, a beverage maker, a sponsoring company and others. The yoga and fitness programs at this spa will be supervised by Professor Masashi Arakawa, who studies wellness tourism at the National University of the Ryukyus. The spa also offers jogging, trekking, and cycling services to outdoor enthusiasts, who will not only enjoy the hospitality of the service, but will also enjoy the location and views at this castle hotel.

About Castle Hotel & Spa

Castle Hotel & Spa is located just 30 miles from Manhattan. This landmark hotel in Westchester, NY creates the perfect setting for your next group, corporate meeting, wedding or special event. The Castle Hotel & Spa combines old-world elegance with modern convenience.

https://castlehotelandspa.com/

Cred International Co., Ltd extends Japanese hospitality to the world and challenges to develop new services with unparalleled quality exclusive to us.

For more information, please visit the website at: http://www.cred-in.com/en

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Cloudticity listed on CRN’s MSP 500 list

“It can be tough to turn down deals from other industries, but we believe in staying true to who we are and those we can best serve.” –Gerry Miller, Founder & CEO, Cloudticity

SEATTLE (PRWEB)
February 20, 2020

Cloudticity, a Healthcare-focused cloud MSP, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company has named Cloudticity to its 2020 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category. This popular list identifies North American solution providers that deliver operational efficiencies, IT system improvements, and a higher rate of return on investments for their customers. These accomplished MSPs work tirelessly to guide their customers and create solutions for complex IT issues.

Cloudticity, which focuses exclusively on helping healthcare organizations be successful on the public cloud, was chosen for their unique approach to managed services for healthcare. Their solutions, which include Healthcare Data Interoperability, Managed Kubernetes, and Magicbox are tailor made for healthcare’s growing needs.

“We know where our expertise lies and we don’t try and dilute that,’ says Gerry Miller, Founder & CEO. “It can be tough to turn down deals from other industries, but we believe in staying true to who we are and those we can best serve,” he explains.

One of the areas where Cloudticity really shines is their approach to healthcare data interoperability. As health systems modernize and accumulate big data, the demand for solutions that help manage, analyze, and draw insights from this data is increasing.

However, the traditional way of ingesting massive quantities of healthcare data like FHIR, HL7, and CCDAs requires costly integration engines that are fickle, difficult to maintain, and prone to failure. Cloudticity didn’t find a better angle to the same old hairball. Instead, they invented an entirely new approach that eliminates the integration engine entirely and leverages AWS-native tools – a solution that is included with Cloudticity’s managed services offering.

“MSPs are the critical bridge for customers looking to assess, implement and migrate their IT and cloud solutions to drive efficiencies, lower costs, and secure your environment,” said Bob Skelley, CEO of The Channel Company. “On behalf of our team at The Channel Company, I want to congratulate the accomplished companies on CRN’s 2020 MSP 500 list and thank them for their commitment to finding innovative solutions that move the IT channel forward.”

Cloudticity also stands out from traditional MSPs because they’ve automated 97% of cloud infrastructure processes, allowing them to support a high volume of cloud workloads with a surprisingly lean team. Of course, high automation also leads to a number of other positive outcomes, such as stronger security, less human error, and increased agility.

The MSP500 list will be featured in the February 2020 issue of CRN and online at http://www.crn.com/msp500.

About Cloudticity

Founded in 2011, Cloudticity focuses exclusively on helping healthcare organizations build software that makes the world healthier by enabling HIPAA-compliant cloud innovation. Cloudticity is a next-gen managed services, managed compliance, and managed security partner for healthcare companies.

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers, and end-users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. http://www.thechannelco.com

Copyright ©2020. CRN is a registered trademark of The Channel Company, LLC. All rights reserved.

The Channel Company Contact:    

Jennifer Hogan

The Channel Company

jhogan@thechannelcompany.com

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