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Abstract WP109: Framework for Evaluating Sequential Patterns in Post-Acute Transitions of Care Among Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke Survivors: Analysis of Medicare Beneficiaries in the State of Texas

Stroke Journal

Methods:Data were retrieved from a CMS Qualified Entity housing healthcare utilization data for ≥80% of the Texas state population (100% of Medicare Fee-for-Service). Analytical sample included all Medicare enrollees with a primary discharge diagnosis (AIS or ICH) from 2016 to 2020. and 82.3% (Panel D).Conclusion:Post

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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Stroke Recovery Through Digital Health Solutions

DAIC

To improve outcomes and be in compliance with new regulations, it's crucial to better identify and address these issues during the recovery period. I know the nurse explained my medications to me at the hospital. Stroke recovery is a challenging process that extends for months after hospital discharge.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and nine other medical societies reports early diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery disease is essential to improve outcomes and reduce amputation risk, heart attack, stroke and death for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

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Days at Home After Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair Versus Medical Therapy Alone in Heart Failure

Journal of the American Heart Association

BackgroundTranscatheter edgetoedge repair of the mitral valve (mTEER) reduced a hierarchical end point that included death and heart failure hospitalization in COAPT (Cardiovascular Outcomes Assessment of the MitraClip Percutaneous Therapy for Heart Failure Patients With Functional Mitral Regurgitation Trial). DAH at 2 years was 577.2235.6

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Abstract WMP45: Home Time May Not be a Suitable Measure of Functional Recovery to Compare Rehabilitation Outcomes in Stroke Patients

Stroke Journal

Introduction:There has been an ongoing debate regarding the effectiveness of inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) and skilled nursing facility (SNF) in promoting functional recovery. Home time is a valid measure of functional recovery in stroke patients that is often used in outcome studies.

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Association of Mobile Stroke Unit Care and Spending, Utilization, and Death in New York City

Journal of the American Heart Association

BackgroundTransport by mobile stroke units (MSUs), which provide access to computed tomography scanning and intravenous blood pressure medications and thrombolytics, reduces time to treatment and may improve shortterm functional outcomes for patients with acute stroke. versus 9.4%; difference, 37.5 percentage points [95% CI, 30.245.6];P<0.001)

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How Interoperability Can Streamline the MIPS Reporting Changes

GEMMS

Established by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) , the MIPS Program is pivotal in determining Medicare payment adjustments for healthcare practices. What is MIPS? Below, we will explore how Gemms One Interoperability can revolutionize the way cardiologists approach MIPS reporting changes.