A local hospital and a major insurance company have finally agreed on how much the insurer will pay the hospital for services. This deal means that people with insurance from Cigna can still see doctors and get treatment at Augusta Health without any interruptions. The hospital had been unhappy wit
Thailand's university hospitals are in a tough spot. They are struggling to keep up with the costs of overnight patient stays. This is because the public health system has three main ways of paying for care. These are the Universal Coverage Scheme, the Social Security Scheme, and the Civil Servant M
The cost of treating trauma patients in hospitals is a big deal. It is not just about fixing broken bones or treating wounds. There is more to it. It turns out that mental health issues can make a huge difference in how much it costs to treat these patients. This is a big deal because it means t
You've probably heard of faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) for severe Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI). It's typically suggested after three or more infection episodes. But what if we start FMT earlier, during the first or second episode? Could it save us money and reduce hospital vis
