BHM Healthcare Solutions

11/13/2025

𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for Safe Toys and Gifts Month campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆:
Safe Toys and Gifts Month, launched in 1973 by Prevent Blindness®, promotes child safety by raising awareness about age-appropriate toys, product recalls, and eye-injury prevention. Each December, healthcare organizations, pediatric societies, and consumer-safety agencies collaborate to educate families on safe play, hazard awareness, and injury prevention. Supported by resources from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this observance reinforces health-system leadership in pediatric safety and community stewardship.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:

- Established in 1973 by Prevent Blindness® to reduce toy-related eye injuries.
- Observed annually in December to promote safe play and gift awareness.
- 149,000 toy-related ER visits among U.S. children under 15 were reported in 2023 (CPSC).
- 45% of toy injuries affect the head, face, or eyes.
- Top recall hazards: small detachable parts, high-powered magnets, and lithium button batteries.
- Proper labeling and adult supervision can reduce toy-injury rates by up to 30%.

Learn more and explore CPSC and Prevent Blindness resources to support your Safe Toys and Gifts Month campaign: https://zurl.co/YBMg5

11/13/2025

Is your 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 program helping you to maximize compliance and risk management? It certainly should be. Non-compliance is risky: 🔹 Evolving regulations move goalposts 🔹 Accreditation audits prevent mistakes 🔹 Tech...

11/12/2025

𝗖𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗲𝗥 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹:

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 & 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 (CMS) has named six vendor participants for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model, set to launch January 1, 2026. These organizations will partner with Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to conduct technology-enhanced prior authorization and pre-payment medical reviews in selected states. Details in comments.

11/10/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝗜𝗗𝗦 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for World AIDS Day campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆:
World AIDS Day, first observed in 1988 as the inaugural global health day, unites communities worldwide in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Led by UNAIDS and supported by the WHO and CDC, the observance honors lives lost, advances testing and treatment, and renews the global commitment to end the epidemic by 2030. Healthcare systems use this day to champion equitable access to care, reduce stigma, and promote education and prevention.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:

- Established in 1988 by the World Health Organization; led globally by UNAIDS.
- 32,100 new HIV infections occurred in the U.S. in 2022—a 12% decrease since 2017 (CDC).
- Only 56% of U.S. adults have ever been tested for HIV; USPSTF recommends at least one test between ages 15–65.
- Viral suppression reached 66% of diagnosed individuals in 2022; achieving 95-95-95 goals could avert 1.7M infections globally by 2030 (UNAIDS).

Learn more and explore UNAIDS and CDC toolkits to support your World AIDS Day awareness strategy: https://zurl.co/BMM1k

11/06/2025

Is your 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 program working for you - 𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶?

When UM operations stall, everyone feels it:
🔹 Provider friction erodes trust
🔹 Member delays sink satisfaction
🔹 Internal teams lose focus on higher-value work

Swipe through to see how the 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗨𝗠 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 can restore predictability, improve communication, and free your team to focus on outcomes that matter most.

At 𝗕𝗛𝗠 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, every review is handled by board-certified, credentialed physicians - delivering accuracy, timeliness, and trust for all lines of business.

Should we be talking about your 2026 UM partner plans?

11/06/2025

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for Universal Human Rights Month campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆: Universal Human Rights Month commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations on December 10, 1948. Observed throughout December, it encourages institutions to promote dignity, fairness, and equality through education and advocacy. Healthcare organizations mark the month with patient-rights campaigns, equity initiatives, and cross-sector partnerships that reinforce compliance and community trust.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:
- Originates from the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations.
- Observed every December, culminating on Human Rights Day (December 10).
- 4.5 billion people lacked fully covered health services in 2021 (WHO).
- Up to 80% of health outcomes are shaped by social determinants linked to human-rights conditions (KFF, 2023).
- Thirty countries have legislated formal Patient Bills of Rights; U.S. hospitals are required by CMS to inform patients of these rights.

Learn more and access advocacy and equity resources to support your awareness efforts:
https://zurl.co/3tu88

11/03/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆: National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, first proclaimed in 1981 by the U.S. President, raises awareness of the health and safety risks posed by alcohol- and drug-impaired driving. Each December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the CDC, and community coalitions lead campaigns such as Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. The observance mobilizes healthcare systems, employers, and public-safety partners to adopt proven interventions that save lives and reduce preventable injuries.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:
- Established in 1981 by presidential proclamation to prevent alcohol- and drug-impaired driving.
- Observed every December through national and community-based campaigns.
- 13,524 deaths in 2022 were linked to alcohol-impaired-driving crashes—31% of all traffic fatalities (NHTSA).
- THC was detected in 25% of seriously injured drivers in trauma centers (CDC).
- Every $1 invested in ignition-interlock programs saves an estimated $4 in societal costs (RAND).

Learn more and explore NHTSA and CDC toolkits to enhance your prevention strategy:
https://zurl.co/kXZsk

10/30/2025

𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗲𝗥 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: CMS has confirmed the 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗲𝗥 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 will launch on Jan 1, 2026, in six states, bringing major changes to prior authorization and review for select outpatient and device services in Medicare. If you’re a payer, provider, or healthcare executive, read our latest summary for critical details on pilot scope, affected services, compliance requirements, and what’s next for 2026.

Read now: https://bhmpc.com/2025/10/updates-on-cms-wiser-model-launch-key-pilot-facts

The FDA has issued its first National Priority Vouchers to nine sponsors under FDORA, accelerating high-impact therapies and strengthening U.S. drug supply resilience.

10/30/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for National Rural Health Day campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆: National Rural Health Day, launched in 2011 by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH), celebrates the “Power of Rural.” The observance highlights rural healthcare innovators, community partnerships, and solutions addressing workforce shortages, funding, and broadband access. Each year, state offices, hospitals, and public health agencies host events, proclamation signings, and digital campaigns promoting value-based strategies and health equity across America’s 46 million rural residents.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:
- Established in 2011 by NOSORH to celebrate the “Power of Rural.”
- Observed annually on the third Thursday of November.
- About 46 million Americans (14% of the population) live in rural counties.
- Rural hospitals have closed at twice the rate of urban facilities (2010–2023).
- Telehealth adoption reduces rural no-show rates by up to 25%, improving chronic-care follow-up.

Learn more and explore NOSORH and CDC toolkits to support your awareness initiatives:
https://zurl.co/0UKEm

10/27/2025

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month, a time to strengthen seizure preparedness across healthcare, education, and workplace settings.

We know the importance of rapid, informed action when someone experiences a seizure… but implementation challenges remain.

So we’re asking leaders across the industry:

10/27/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗽𝘀𝘆 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for National Epilepsy Awareness Month campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆: National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM), established in 1983 by the Epilepsy Foundation, brings national attention to the 3.4 million Americans living with epilepsy. The observance promotes seizure first-aid training, anti-stigma education, and research support. Supported by the Epilepsy Foundation, CDC, and WHO, “Go Purple” campaigns unite hospitals, schools, and employers in advancing inclusion and safety through awareness and action.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:
- Founded in 1983 by the Epilepsy Foundation to raise awareness and support for people living with epilepsy.
- Observed each November with “Go Purple” events, training, and global advocacy.
- Affects 3.4 million U.S. residents, including 470,000 children (CDC, 2024).
- Economic impact exceeds $15.5 billion annually (NIH).
- One-third of patients experience uncontrolled seizures despite treatment.

Learn more and access campaign resources for your awareness initiatives:
https://zurl.co/A85lc

10/23/2025

𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
As part of the BHM Healthcare Awareness Series, this article helps organizations prepare for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month campaigns with curated, evidence-based resources, leadership actions, and toolkits for internal and external awareness efforts.

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆: Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, established by patient advocates in 1999, unites organizations worldwide to spotlight one of the deadliest cancers. Led by the World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), the observance includes World Pancreatic Cancer Day on the third Thursday of November, marked by global “Purple” campaigns, educational webinars, and fundraising events across more than 40 countries.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀:
- Established in 1999 by patient advocates to increase visibility of pancreatic cancer.
- Observed globally each November, with World Pancreatic Cancer Day anchoring activities.
- An estimated 66,440 new U.S. cases and 51,750 deaths expected in 2024 (ACS).
- Five-year survival remains ~13% due to late-stage diagnoses.
- PanCAN and partner organizations provide awareness toolkits, graphics, and action steps for leaders and teams.

Learn more and access campaign resources for your organization:
https://zurl.co/VRU6P