2010 Medicare Demographics for ASCs & HOPDs from MedPAC

Recent data collected from 2010 utilization indicated the following trends about where dual eligible beneficiaries had surgery. We are not sure if the data suggests that the patients “chose” the setting for their surgery or if the setting was suggested, recommended or otherwise influenced by someone other than the patient....

What are the Risks and Challenges in Medical Travel Experience?

Maria Todd’s article that appeared in Middle East Health Tourism Magazine “What are the Risks and Challenges in Medical Travel Experience “ Consumers everywhere are curious about the risks and challenges associated with a medical travel experience, as this expert points out in this issue of Middle East Health Tourism Magazine. Click...

U.S. Investors Plan Hospital For Anambra

by Emmanuel Obe, Awka, Nigeria A team of investment consultants from the United States has proposed to build a world-class hospital in Anambra State.  The team, which visited Governor Peter Obi in Awka on Monday, said the hospital, when completed, would employ more than 40 doctors and 1,000 nurses. A member of the team,...