Monthly Archive: June 2015

ostomy skin care

Laura’s Number One Ostomy Skin Care Tip | Ask Laura

What is one thing you wish someone had told you about having an ostomy before ostomy surgery? Laura answers with an ostomy skin care tip.

Laura Cox, LPC
Ostomylife

What is Shield HealthCare’s OstomyLife Community?

Shield Healthcare has created a dedicated group, OstomyLife to provide resources, support and a sense of community to people living with an ostomy. 

Laura Cox, LPC
Music Therapy for children with Special Needs

Music Therapy for Children with Special Needs

Music therapy for children with special needs works because, children are drawn to music, whether it's a song from their favorite artist, or a soundtrack

Julian Perez
Pediatric Hospital Rankings

Congratulations to the U.S. News Best Children’s Hospitals 2015-16

Wishing a congratulations to all the best children's hospitals that made it into the top twelve Honor Roll list named by U.S. News and World Reports.

Aimee Sharp

Talking with a Loved One About Incontinence

Talking with a loved one about incontinence can lead to some awkward conversation. Many feel that their incontinence is embarrassing.

Chad Collins

How to Use the Infinity Pump ENFit Transitional Connector

Read this article to learn more about the Infinity Pump ENFit Transitional Connector andf follow the tips to ensure a secure connection.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Medicare Hospital Data Spotlight Price Variations

Out-of-network Charges Under Fire

Hospital list prices varied sharply within individual markets, with the highest-priced hospitals routinely charging more than five times the rates of the lowest-priced facilities in the same area, new CMS data show. Those high retail prices have become a growing concern as more patients face unexpected out-of-network bills. The CMS released fiscal 2013 data last… Continue reading Out-of-network Charges Under Fire

Chris Moynihan
Health Economy Growth Rate

Healthcare Spending Growth Rate to Dip 6.5% in 2016

Spending growth in the $2.9 trillion US health economy is expected to slow in 2016 as compared to 2015; however, it will still outpace overall economic inflation. Stock prices, earnings reports and the customer base have increased and that means the industry is financially healthy. Sadly, affordable healthcare remains out-of-reach for many consumers. PwC’s Health… Continue reading Healthcare Spending Growth Rate to Dip 6.5% in 2016

Chris Moynihan
2015 webinars

Shield HealthCare Educational Webinar Schedule 2015

Here you can find information about all of the free webinars we held in 2015. For healthcare professionals, you may receive CE Contact Hours by watching some of the recordings.

Aimee Sharp
Medi-Cal 'Super-Utilizers'

Surprising Results From Pilot Program Aimed at Medi-Cal ‘Super-Utilizers’

A small segment of Medi-Cal beneficiaries run up huge health care bills (Medi-Cal 'Super-Utilizers') - but they're not necessarily the people you'd expect.

Brooke Phillips, CWCMS
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Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Dear Laura, I wear a two piece ostomy bag. I need help with concealing an ostomy bag. When I move around my shirt hikes up and the tip of the bag peeks out from under my shirt.
Tom
Hi Tom, I have a few suggestions that may help!
 
First, I'm wondering if a stealth belt would be a good option for you. This is a black belt that you can conveniently tuck your pouch...