By Elizabeth Swider on 2012/05/29
In the fifth of 6 videos for caregivers and health care providers, learn how to get help finding a Part D plan, programs and benefits that can help with drug costs, and cost saving strategies. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the United Hospital Fund’s Next Step in Care campaign collaborated on a [...]
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By Elizabeth Swider on 2012/05/22
In the fourth of 6 videos for caregivers and health care providers, learn how many people may not be medication compliant, practical solutions for non-compliance, and the role of education and persuasion. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the United Hospital Fund’s Next Step in Care campaign collaborated on a series of [...]
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By Elizabeth Swider on 2012/05/15
In the third of 6 videos for caregivers and health care providers, learn how medication is usually dispensed in an institution, where to find medication management and caregiver help on the web. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the United Hospital Fund’s Next Step in Care campaign collaborated on a series of six [...]
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By Elizabeth Swider on 2012/05/08
In the second of 6 videos for caregivers and health care providers, learn what medication reconciliation means, the roles of family caregivers and health professionals, and the problems reconciliation can identify. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the United Hospital Fund’s Next Step in Care campaign collaborated on a series of six [...]
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By Elizabeth Swider on 2012/05/01
Managing medications can be one of the most important roles of a caregiver. Doctors can prescribe medications, but it is up to caregivers to help patients take the medications as they are prescribed. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the United Hospital Fund’s Next Step in Care campaign collaborated on a series [...]
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