Maintaining a comprehensive and accurate provider directory is a critical task for any healthcare organization. However, as many data analysts and software engineers know, this process can feel like a boss battle with an ever-changing spreadsheet.

You can’t manage what you can’t measure, and you certainly can’t improve it.

Patient navigation is a high-impact program that helps patients navigate efficiently through the complexities of the healthcare system. But if you’re not tracking what happens after the handoff - who followed through, who didn’t, and why - you’re left guessing at its effectiveness.

Patient navigation programs were designed to guide patients through complex care journeys: streamlining referrals, closing gaps, and improving outcomes. But if your navigators are still juggling spreadsheets, Post-its, or siloed EHR tools, they’re not navigating, they’re barely keeping their head above water.

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the transition from hospital to home remains a critical juncture. Yet, many hospitals continue to rely on manual processes for discharging patients, leading to inefficiencies, increased costs, and clinician burnout. At careMESH, we've developed solutions that not only streamline these transitions but also enhance patient care and provider satisfaction.

In theory, navigation is meant to streamline the patient journey, reduce no-shows and readmissions, and close the loop on referrals. But in practice, many health systems struggle to scale these programs beyond a few high-touch cases or fail to measure their real-world impact at all.

So, where does it hurt?

In today’s complex healthcare landscape, one-size-fits-all approaches to care coordination no longer meet the needs of patients or providers. Personalized care pathways and customizable care coordination are essential for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

For Dr. Issam Albanna, caring for kids doesn’t stop at the clinic door. As the founder of Albanna Pediatrics, the practice provides comprehensive pediatric care to children from birth through age 18. But when his young patients ended up in the hospital, he was often left in the dark.

In healthcare, security and compliance aren’t optional—they’re essential. Organizations need trustworthy technology partners as they navigate the complexities of protecting patient data. That’s why careMESH’s HITRUST certification is more than bragging rights—it reflects our commitment to safeguarding sensitive information and supporting regulatory compliance.

Patient navigators are the heartbeat of coordinated care—juggling referrals, managing tasks, and guiding patients through complex journeys. But too often, they’re stuck using outdated tools that slow them down.

That’s where NAVIGATE comes in.

In an ideal world, healthcare providers could seamlessly exchange patient information, ensuring every clinician has the correct data at the right time to deliver optimal care. Unfortunately, reality often falls short of this vision due to fragmented systems, outdated communication methods, and interoperability roadblocks.

By Sarah Doss

Spring isn’t just for tidying up your home—it’s the perfect time to clean up your IT systems! Just as cluttered desks can slow productivity, outdated or inefficient workflows can create unnecessary headaches for care teams. Here are five ways to refresh your healthcare IT infrastructure and optimize efficiency this season.