CareKate Analytics

Your clinical teams deliver exceptional care every day. But do your quality scores tell the same story? Tune in to a recent Connecting the Dots episode - 'Data Science with Tom Webb, DBA' - where CareKate Analytics' Managing Partner and Co-founder breaks down how smart data science transforms healthcare data into quality measurements that truly reflect your team's excellence. Learn the insider techniques that help leading healthcare organizations accurately showcase their quality performance. 🎧 Listen now: ▶️ Web Player: https://lnkd.in/gdJbqXA3 ▶️ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gNDuGEzQ ▶️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gftXDb6u

New research shows #Medicare patients may travel up to 695 miles for 5-star hospital care. Is your hospital ready to compete across state lines? Our latest blog post reveals: * State-by-state breakdown of 5-star hospitals * Key factors driving higher star ratings * Surprising correlations between quality domains and 5-star status 🔍 Key Insight: Patient experience and readmissions are strongly linked to a state's rate of top-rated hospitals. Hospital quality leaders: * How does your hospital measure up? * Are you focusing on the right areas to improve your star rating that can attract patients? Explore our interactive maps and data visualizations to benchmark your state's performance: https://lnkd.in/gCz6h_5d

CareKate, LLC is excited to announce the launch of CareKate Analytics! Our mission remains supporting those who support. Healthcare providers work tirelessly to care for your aging loved ones, and now we're here to support them too. CareKate Analytics helps healthcare providers: 1️⃣ Achieve the public quality-of-care ratings they deserve 2️⃣ Improve trust in public quality ratings 3️⃣ Assist patients in choosing the best care options To celebrate this launch, we've rebranded our LinkedIn page to CareKate Analytics. While our other social platforms will continue focusing on supporting the support network, here we'll share insights like our new interactive blog post exploring 5-star hospitals across the United States. We invite you to: 🔹 Check out our blog at https://lnkd.in/gCz6h_5d 🔹 Share your thoughts on CareKate Analytics 🔹 Tell us what healthcare insights you'd like to see next Let's work together to improve healthcare quality and transparency!

While Paralympic athletes compete for gold in Paris, we're shining a spotlight on top-performing hospitals across the USA! In our blog post, "Who Won Gold? How to Unlock 5-Star Care for Your Aging Loved One," reveals the latest Medicare's star ratings for hospitals and how you can use this information to find quality care. Key highlights: 🥇 Learn how Medicare assigns star ratings to hospitals 🥈 Discover which hospitals earned "gold medals" in different categories 🥉 Find out how to use the Care Compare website to locate top-rated hospitals near you Just as the Paralympics showcase extraordinary abilities, these hospital ratings highlight excellence in healthcare. Whether you're caring for an aging loved one or planning for future health needs, this information is invaluable. Read the full blog post to equip yourself with the knowledge to make informed healthcare decisions. Together, let's ensure our loved ones receive gold-standard care! https://lnkd.in/gHuUG5j9

Listen today. 🔊 Medicare's prescription drug coverage is maturing. Find out if the changes could help your aging loved one. https://lnkd.in/gq4Hwh4Q

Is your aging loved one taking advantage of Medicare's free Annual Wellness Visit? Unlike regular check-ups, annual wellness visits focus on prevention and provide more time with healthcare providers to discuss wellness. Best of all, they're completely covered by Medicare Part B or Medicare Advantage plans. In a recent blog post, discover: ➕ What these visits involve ➕ Why they're crucial ➕ How you can support an aging loved one to schedule one. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to support your loved one’s wellness. Read more on the CareKate blog: https://lnkd.in/gBMPM2mQ

In the U.S., the most common cancer is skin cancer. Skin health matters at any age, but it's especially crucial for our senior loved ones who have had more years exposed to UV radiation from the sun. Our latest blog post, "Bring the Sunscreen - Support Networks Promote Skin Health," explores: ◾ Key risk factors for skin cancer ◾ Simple prevention strategies ◾ The importance of regular skin checks As members of their support network, we play a vital role in supporting our aging loved ones' health. You can make a difference by encouraging your loved one to protect their skin. Find best practices at https://lnkd.in/gY-v2hwg

Juggling career, family, and supporting an aging loved one? You're not alone. At CareKate, LLC, we understand the unique challenges you face. Our new service helps create stronger support networks, giving you: 🔸 Peace of mind when you can't be there 🔸 Strategies to balance work, family, and support for an aging loved one. 🔸 Resources to make caregiving more sustainable Ready to lighten your load? Let's talk. https://lnkd.in/gfuwWUPu

"Only" children are starting to feel the challenges of supporting aging loved ones. These challenges will only be made more difficult by longer periods of managing chronic diseases, which can stretch caregiving duties over many years. Geographic distance between family members adds another layer of difficulty, with about a third of adult children living more than 30 miles away from their closest living parent. These challenges highlight the growing need for innovative support systems, potentially including #AI-assisted solutions, to help the support network navigate the complexities of caring for aging loved ones. https://lnkd.in/gyYURy6B

Advance Care Planning isn't just for end-of-life. It's about ensuring your loved ones' wishes are respected throughout their healthcare journey. Our blog post explores how early conversations can empower families and reduce stress, especially for those facing #dementia. See how Penny started this crucial dialogue with Marge. https://lnkd.in/gzKJmxB3