Discuss how surveillance data, as well as monitoring and control measures, were, or can be, used to identify and characterize the disease or public health problem.

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Your paper should be 15 to 20 double-spaced pages in length excluding the title and reference pages. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Utilize at least 7 to 10 scholarly sources in your research. Write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. In your research paper:

  • Provide an introductory background of the selected research topic.
  • Describe the selected research topic, health-related state or  event. Describe the disease, disability, or chronic condition.
  • Describe the population at risk or affected by the disease, disability,or chronic condition.
  • Describe, in detail, the epidemiology of your selected health-related state or event (e.g.disease, disability,chronic condition)
  • Describe the occurrence, signs and symptoms, and control of your selected health-related state or event (e.g.disease, disability,chronic condition).
  • List the steps that might be used to investigate and address the disease or public health problem described in the selected research.
  • Using the information obtained about the disease or public health problem.
  • Describe an epidemiologic study type to investigate the selected research topic, case study, or event. You may recommend a study approach based on the circumstances around the outbreak or event.
  • Discuss how surveillance data, as well as monitoring and control measures, were, or can be, used to identify and characterize the disease or public health problem.
  • Describe and analyze the outcomes and results in the selected research topic, including interpreting epidemiologic study findings, if reported in the case study.

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 What is a SOAP note and how does is aid in insurance claims?

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150 words minimum for each question. Reference must be in APA format. Must be searchable. Correct English grammar and punctuation. 1.Locate a scholarly article about Tricare insurance and/or medical billing. Write a detailed 2 part description/ summary of the information. Provide a reference for the article that you have found in APA formatting and make sure you cite references. 2. A patient comes to the clinic on January 1, 2016. The front desk receptionist didn’t verify the patients’ insurance because she was the only receptionist working at the time of service. Once the Medicare EOB comes back, it is filled with details and the receptionist realizes that patient didn’t have Medicare coverage at the time of service. Whenever receptionist call the patient, the patient insists that the receptionist change the date of service to December 31, 2016 in order for her insurance claim to be processed. If receptionist changes the date of service, what are some things that could happen? 3. Discuss the importance of medical documentation and what are some of the key elements that need to be present in a SOAP note? What is a SOAP note and how does is aid in insurance claims? 4. What are the differences between paper claims and electronic claims. What are some of the pros and cons of each that can affect the medical practice? List at least 3. ]]>

What are some issues or diseases that affect lymphocytes?

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1.Describe how the endocrine system responds when it is under stress. Describe how the endocrine system responds when it is at rest. What are some similarities in both of the responses? 2. Discuss the importance of lymphocytes and describe where they are found in the body. What are some issues or diseases that affect lymphocytes? 3. What are the roles of the various components of the digestive system. How are ingested materials moved through the digestive tract? 4. Based on studies what constitutes a balanced diet, and why this is important. Provide a small example pf a vegetarian lunch menu that includes all the amino acids necessary for a vegetarian diet. ]]>

Review the media Patient-Centered Technologies, and reflect upon Dr. Simpson’s statements about the ownership of patient data.

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Discussion: Integrating PHRs Into EHR Platforms When electronic health records (EHRs) first entered the market, their primary focus was to collect and analyze patient information within health care settings. As technological capabilities grew, so did the interest in making these records available to patients. In addition, many health care professionals saw benefits in allowing the patient to enter his or her own health data into EHR platforms. Though many patients are already utilizing personal health records (PHRs) to manage and track their own health, some believe that an integrated system would provide a better, more comprehensive picture of a patient’s health history. As a result, many EHR platforms are now equipped with a PHR tool. This PHR tool allows patients to enter health information as they would in a stand-alone PHR system. In addition, web-based portals within the EHR allow patients to access information entered by their physicians and health care providers. Like many emerging trends and technologies, there is much discussion about the potential benefits and challenges of this type of integrated system. While many health care professionals are excited about the empowerment provided to patients, others express significant concerns about access, security, ethics, and other implications. In this Discussion, you explore how integrating PHRs into EHR platforms could impact you and your patients. To prepare:

  • Review the media Patient-Centered Technologies, and reflect upon Dr. Simpson’s statements about the ownership of patient data.
  • Review the article, “Dreams and Nightmares: Practice and Ethical Issues for Patients and Physicians Using Personal Health Records” found in this week’s Learning Resources. Consider how PHR capabilities can be integrated into EHR platforms.
  • Examine the “dreams” and the “nightmares” the authors associate with this type of integrated health record. Select one benefit or one challenge of integrating PHRs into EHR platforms. Then, consider its potential impact on health care providers and patients. Why is this considered to be a benefit or challenge for health care professionals and patients?

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Post a brief description of your selected benefit (I choose Promoting data use or Promoting responsibility) or challenge and support your selection. Explain the potential impact on health care professionals and patients. APA Style, 600 characters minimum (not including the reference on this 600 words count)   As I write above, I choose Promoting data use or Promoting responsibility one of those. 

Required Readings

Saba, V. K., & McCormick, K. A. (2015). Essentials of nursing informatics (6th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Review Chapter 1, “Historical Perspectives of Nursing Informatics” In this chapter, the authors explain the transition from paper-based records to electronic records. The chapter provides an overview of the historical events that contributed to the rise of electronic health records.
Chapter 25, “Care Delivery Across the Care Continuum: Hospital-Community-Home” Chapter 25 analyzes the impact of home health on the health care system. The chapter explains the current level of home health technology and how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) changes this aspect of health care.
Chapter 44, “Initiation and Management of Accessible, Effective Online Learning” This chapter explores the past and present perspectives of distance education, important teractive electronic tools and essential strategies for the online learner.
Chapter 45, “Social Media in the Connected Age: Impact on Healthcare Education and Practice” The focus of this chapter is on the evolution of the Internet, mobile tools and the use of social media in healthcare education.
Chapter 35, “Consumer/Patient Engagement and eHealth Resources” As access to health care information increases, patients are becoming more informed about and engaged in their health. This chapter discusses current trends in health care, including patient empowerment, consumerism, and widespread use of computers and technologies for health.
Crilly, J. F., Keefe, R. H., & Volpe, F. (2011). Use of electronic technologies to promote community and personal health for individuals unconnected to health care systems. American Journal of Public Health, 101(7), 1163–1167. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. The authors of this article describe technologies that have been used to increase access to health care for underserved populations. The authors present strategies, benefits, and challenges of addressing this issue, and they provide examples of successful programs.
Walker, J., Leveille, S. G., Ngo, L., Vodicka, E., Darer, J. D, Dhanireddy, S., … Delbanco, T. (2011). Inviting patients to read their doctors’ notes: Patients and doctors look ahead: Patient and physician surveys. Annals of Internal Medicine, 155(12), 811–819. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. In this article, the authors discuss the results of their study on the outcomes of allowing patients to read their doctors’ notes. The study highlights the benefits of sharing notes with patients and how doing so can promote better outcomes.
Wynia, M., & Dunn, K. (2010). Dreams and nightmares: Practical and ethical issues for patients and physicians using personal health records. Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics, 38(1), 64–73. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. The authors of this article highlight the primary uses and benefits of personal health records (PHRs) as an electronic health record (EHR) tool. In addition, the article presents an overview of practical and ethical issues that may emerge from integrating PHR components into EHR systems.
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