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CMS Releases Updated Medicaid & CHIP Telehealth Toolkit, Includes State Best Practices and Behavioral Health Strategies
February 15, 2024 Anne Dwyer This month, CMS released an updated State Medicaid and CHIP Telehealth Toolkit consolidating information from previous toolkits and providing additional guidance – as required by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act – on issues from billing best practices to strategies for using telehealth in schools. In addition to FAQs on issues such as benefit flexibility, financing, […]
The Promise of Technology to Solve for Healthcare’s Most Pressing Challenges
Hospitals across the nation are facing financial constraints and unprecedented staffing shortages. This situation is compounded by the growing need to provide skilled, resource-intensive care for sicker patients being admitted to hospitals’ general care units. This situation is not only impacting clinical staff, who are overworked, stretched thin and reporting high levels of burnout, but […]
What We Measure
SiPhox Health offers at-home minimally invasive blood tests combined with wearable device data (optional) to provide a comprehensive snapshot of your health and lifestyle. Read about each health category and the associated biomarkers below. Blood Biomarkers Inflammation[1] Inflammation plays a key role in a healthy immune response. However, during aging, chronic, low-grade inflammation – called inflammaging […]
The Untold Story of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential to many of the body’s processes. Whether supporting immune, musculoskeletal, or brain health, Vitamin D is definitely a valuable player in maintaining overall health and wellness. The History of Vitamin D But to really understand Vitamin D, we need to go back to the early 1600s […]
How Are Lipoprotein Particles Assessed? (ApoB vs LDL)
What is apolipoprotein B? Apolipoproteins are proteins that carry lipids in our blood. Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) is insoluble, which means that it cannot exist freely in the plasma. It is always part of a lipoprotein particle. These particles are important for the transportation of “bad” lipids between various tissues. The role of ApoB molecules is […]
What We Don’t Measure
What is the yearly physical blood panel? Why do doctors order those specific tests?
Unlocking Better Sleep and Improving Biomarkers with Blue Light Blocking Glasses: A Biohacker’s Guide
In today’s digital age, our routines are illuminated by pervasive blue light emanating from screens, devices, and modern lighting. This exposure, especially at nighttime, has become an inevitable part of our contemporary lifestyle. While technological advancements bring countless conveniences, they also pose challenges to our body’s intrinsic rhythms. Enter: blue light blocking glasses, a simple […]
CMS drops 4 final payment rules for 2024: 19 takeaways
Andrew Cass, Nick Thomas and Alan Condon – 14 hours ago SavePostTweetShareListenText SizePrintEmail CMS has released annual payment updates for physicians, hospital outpatient settings and the Medicare Shared Savings Program as well as a remedy for the 340B-acquired drug payment policy. Physician fee schedule rule 1. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2024 is $32.74, a […]
How Tracking Biomarkers Can Increase Energy Levels
Increase Energy Levels Feelings of exhaustion and constant fatigue are becoming more prevalent than ever in adults today, preventing than from engaging in daily activities. Several factors can contribute to low energy levels, including inadequate sleep, sedentary lifestyles, and underlying health issues. Certain biomarkers are linked to these factors, making it essential to track them […]
Why should you be tracking your heart health markers?
Heart Health Regular monitoring of heart health parameters, such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and heart rate, can help prevent cardiovascular diseases and promote overall well-being. It empowers individuals to make informed lifestyle choices and seek timely medical intervention if necessary, ultimately contributing to a longer and healthier life. Measure the Success of Treatment Medical […]
How Tracking Biomarkers Can Help You Reduce Brain Fog
Reduce Brain Fog Brain fog is a cognitive symptom characterized by difficulties with focus, memory, and mental clarity. It can manifest as a feeling of mental sluggishness, impacting daily productivity and overall cognitive functioning. Brain fog can serve as an indicator of an underlying illness, a result of hormonal changes, or even a long-run side […]
Huberman on Biohacking your Cortisol
Huberman on Biohacking your Cortisol Andrew Huberman is an American neuroscientist and tenured professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine. In addition to his scientific research, Andrew Huberman has gained popularity for sharing his knowledge and insights on various platforms, such as podcasts, YouTube, and social media. He is […]
Why should you be tracking inflammation markers?
Reduce Inflammation Inflammation is beneficial when the body requires it to combat acute infections or injuries. However, it becomes detrimental when it persists over a long period, leading to chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation can speed up the process of aging[1]. So-called inflammaging contributes to premature frailty, wrinkles, and other physical symptoms of age, as well […]