Dive Brief: CMS is proposing changes and a three year extension to the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Model (CJR), which provides a flat set of payments to hospitals for an episode of care through 90 days past patient discharge. The program was due to expire at the end of this year. The agency also… Read More: CMS pitches expanding bundled payments for joint replacements »
Danette Lake thought surgery would relieve the pain in her knees. The arthritis pain began as a dull ache in her early 40s, brought on largely by the pressure of unwanted weight. Lake managed to lose 200 pounds through dieting and exercise, but the pain in her knees persisted. A sexual assault two years ago… Read More: Up To A Third Of Knee Replacements Pack Pain And… »
The Soma sustainable water filter is made of coconut shell carbon and renewable plant-based casing that removes chlorine while making water taste pure and delicious. Each filter effectively filters 40 gallons of water, which should last about 2 months in the average household. Plus, every filter purchased supports the life-changing work of Soma’s nonprofit partner,… Read More: Soma Water Filter Replacements 3-Pack »