It’s that time of year again. As the 2025 flu season unfolds, hospitals and healthcare systems across the country are grappling with unprecedented challenges. Emergency departments (EDs) are overwhelmed with patients presenting flu-related complications, leading to longer wait times, resource shortages, and increased strain on already overburdened healthcare professionals. A [...]
As winter approaches, healthcare systems face a predictable surge in patient volume due to common seasonal illnesses such as colds, flu, and respiratory infections. This increased demand can stretch hospital resources, causing longer wait times and overburdened clinical staff. Implementing nurse triage services is a proven way for providers and [...]
In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, patient satisfaction is paramount. AccessNurse is committed to improving patient outcomes by providing top-tier nurse triage services. Our mission is to ensure that patients receive the care they need through innovative and efficient solutions. AccessNurse is dedicated to delivering professional nurse triage services that [...]
Written by: Meredith Delp, DO, AccessNurse Women’s Health Medical Director A groundbreaking blood test for predicting severe preeclampsia has recently been approved by the FDA, marking a significant advancement in maternal-fetal medicine. Developed by Thermo Fisher Scientific and spearheaded by research at the University of Chicago, this test promises to improve [...]
Written by: Meredith Delp, DO, AccessNurse Women’s Health Medical Director The United States is currently facing a significant and growing shortage of OBGYN physicians, a trend that poses a considerable threat to women’s healthcare across the nation. This shortage is not just a temporary challenge; it’s expected to deepen, affecting more [...]
Overview It’s no secret that today’s health systems and providers are under increasing pressure to control costs. In a post-COVID environment, hospitals and other patient care facilities are still trying to recover from the billions of dollars in lost revenue coupled with current increased operating expenses. In fact, more than [...]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the face of healthcare in numerous ways. From predictive analytics to personalized treatment plans, AI is being used to improve healthcare outcomes for patients around the world. While AI can be a powerful tool for nurse triage, it can never replace the empathy and human [...]
Nursing is a critical component of the healthcare system, and nurses play a vital role in patient care. However, in recent years, the nursing turnover rate has been on the rise, which is a cause for concern for healthcare providers. Read on to learn more about the nurse turnover rate [...]
According to the Medscape’s “Physician Compensation Report 2022”, fifteen percent of physicians participate in value-based payment models. In 2023, value-based care is expected to continue to grow and evolve as healthcare providers, payers, and policymakers seek to improve patient outcomes and contain costs. Value-based care is vital to providing better care for [...]
While the demand for behavioral health services continues to grow post pandemic, the shortage of these providers continues to be a national crisis. According to a survey done by KFF/CNN, 90% of the US adults say mental health is a crisis in the United States. Patients call therapists, or psychiatrists only [...]