Why One Diagnosis Rarely Tells the Whole Story: Understanding the Hidden Drivers Behind Hospital Readmissions
Hospital readmissions are too often caused a web of coexisting conditions that go unaddressed—rather than factors that brought the patient in initially. This article explores how comorbidities like diabetes, COPD, and depression often go unmanaged after discharge, leading to avoidable returns. To truly reduce readmissions, post-hospital care must address the full picture—not just the primary diagnosis.
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Moving Healthcare Forward, Backed by the Magic of AI
At Dimer Health, we’re harnessing the power of AI to transform healthcare—from personalized recovery plans to real-time patient insights and streamlined clinician workflows. While AI brings new efficiencies, every recommendation is reviewed by our clinical team. We’re building a future where care is more accessible, efficient, and always human-driven.
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Less Stress, Faster Healing: The Power of Concierge Virtual Care After Hospital Discharge
Dimer Health delivers personalized virtual care after hospital discharge, easing stress and accelerating healing. Our concierge model gives patients immediate access to compassionate clinicians who provide guidance, reassurance, and support during recovery at home. By reducing uncertainty and improving emotional well-being, Dimer helps patients heal faster and feel more confident—turning a stressful transition into a smoother, healthier journey.
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Applauding Medicare Telehealth Waiver Extensions: A Step Toward Making Them Permanent
Telehealth has proven to be more than a temporary solution—it’s an imperative tool in the healthcare toolbox for patients, especially during vulnerable transitions in care. While I applaud the recent extension of Medicare telehealth waivers, we must ensure these changes become permanent. Every patient deserves access to timely, compassionate, and high-quality care, wherever they are. Let’s not lose momentum in transforming healthcare for the better. Check out my latest article where I share real stories and the case for making telehealth a cornerstone of modern medicine.
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Dimer Health: The "Call Button" for Post-Discharge Care
Dimer Health: Your Personal "Call Button" for Proactive, On-Demand Care Post-DischargeImagine if your healthcare was as simple as hitting an
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Meet our CEO: A journey from patient to visionary leader
In a recent Fortune article, our CEO, Carrie, shared her journey in a piece titled “Cancer Made Me a Patient. Health Care’s Blind Spots
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The transitionist will see you now
In 1996, Robert M. Wachter and Lee Goldman, MD, introduced the term "hospitalist" in an article published in the New England Journal of
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Time as a Currency in Value-Based Care
My Time is Valuable It’s been just over five years since I wrapped up treatment for my second bout with breast cancer, and this week, my
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Bridging the Gap: How Dimer Health Revolutionizes Patient Recovery
In the intricate web of healthcare, there exists a critical juncture often overlooked - the transition from hospital care to home care. Picture this:
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The Dimer Health Difference: Improving the Patient Experience of Postoperative Pain
What’s in a name? A lot, actually. A "dimer" is an entity composed of 2 linked units. At Dimer Health, our name is at the core of our mission: we are the...
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A combination of software and Clinical know how to tackle the readmission problem
From Bandwidth to Bedside: The Journey from Tech to Healthcare, and Why the Skeptics are Wrong Again After spending decades immersed in the tech industry,
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How AI is Revolutionizing Post-Acute Care
How AI is Revolutionizing Post-Acute Care The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is undeniable. From predictive analytics
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