The Muskingum University Nursing Student Organization recently donated $1,000 to the Genesis Cancer Care Center at Genesis HealthCare System. The nursing students raised the funds through T-shirt sales, and the money will assist breast cancer patients with supplies such as breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.

“We are immensely grateful to the Muskingum University nursing students for their efforts to raise funds for our breast cancer patients,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Care and Hospice Services. “We are lucky to have these future healthcare providers and leaders demonstrating their dedication to helping those in our community who are fighting this disease.”

To learn more about Genesis Cancer Services, including the supplies available in the Women’s Boutique, go to genesishcs.org/cancer.

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Pictured during the $1,000 check presentation are (left to right) Marysa Starcher and Steven Garcia, Muskingum University nursing students; Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Care and Hospice Services; Cindy Wilkins, Director and Chair, Muskingum University Nursing Department; and Terra Armstead, Muskingum University Associate Professor of Nursing.

Muskingum University Nursing Student Organization Raises Funds for Patients.

Genesis HealthCare System was named one of the Most Wired® hospitals of 2023 by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). This places Genesis in the top 10% of all hospitals in the country utilizing integrated technology for the 8th consecutive year. 

“Accepting this award for the 8th year in a row affirms our mission to continuously provide our community with exceptional care,” said Ed Romito, Chief Transformation Officer at Genesis HealthCare System. “Healthcare technology is constantly evolving. It is important to Genesis to stay ahead of the curve because that allows us to deliver the best quality of care to our patients, and really make a difference in people’s lives here in Southeastern Ohio.”

Genesis is certified as a level 9 for Ambulatory Care and Acute Care again for 2023. These certifications place Genesis in the top 10% of all hospitals in the country utilizing integrated technology. The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program conducts an annual survey to assess how effectively healthcare organizations apply core and advanced technologies into their clinical and business programs to improve health and care in their communities. The surveys assessed the adoption, integration and impact of technologies in healthcare organizations at all stages of development, from early development to industry leading. The Digital Health Most Wired survey and recognition program serves as a comprehensive “Digital Health Check-up” for healthcare organizations. 

More information on the Most Wired award is available here: Chimecentral.org.

This places Genesis in the top 10% of all hospitals in the country utilizing integrated technology for the 8th consecutive year.

Genesis HealthCare System is providing an opportunity for community members to purchase a Snow Angel memorial to honor or remember a loved one while giving to a worthy cause.

Sessions are being held to assist patients in choosing alternative plans.

Genesis HealthCare System announced today that it will not accept Anthem Medicare Advantage or Humana Medicare Advantage plans in 2024. This means the entire Genesis HealthCare System, including Genesis Hospital, Genesis Coshocton Medical Center, Genesis Perry County and Genesis Medical Group Physicians will not be in-network with the Anthem or Humana Medicare Advantage plans.

“We simply cannot accept the Anthem Medicare Advantage or Humana Medicare Advantage Plans for 2024,” said Mathew Perry, President and CEO of Genesis HealthCare System. “If you are a current participant in Anthem or Humana Medicare, it is important to consider other choices during open enrollment, which is taking place now. As you review your options, we invite you to consider other health plans that Genesis HealthCare System accepts.” 

Once a year, all Medicare Advantage (MA) Plan members have the opportunity to choose coverage and make sure their doctors and hospital are in-network providers for the upcoming year. It’s called the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) – and it’s Oct. 15-Dec. 7, 2023.  

There are two ways for patients to seek assistance in evaluating which MA plan is right for them.  

1. Working with an insurance broker to select a plan is one of the best ways. They can help evaluate the patient’s choice to find a plan that meets their unique needs. There is no cost for this service.   

2. Genesis will hold sessions that include an Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) representative to provide information and help you make a choice:

• In Zanesville, join us at North Terrace Church, 1420 Brandywine Blvd., on Wednesday, Oct. 25. 

• In Cambridge, join us at Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Highway, on Tuesday, Oct. 31.  

• In New Lexington, join us at St. Rose of Lima Parish, 3309 North Main Street, on Thursday, Nov. 2.  

• In Coshocton, join us at Coshocton Village Inn & Suites, 115 N. Water Street, on Monday, Nov. 6.

All sessions start at 9 a.m. and noon each day. Registration is closed.

Genesis will accept the following Medicare Advantage Health Plans in 2024: 

• Aetna Medicare
• Medical Mutual of Ohio
• Medigold
• United Healthcare
• CareSource Medicare Advantage
• The Health Plan Medicare Advantage
• AllWell Buckeye Medicare Advantage
• Valor Health Plan Medicare Advantage

For additional information, call the Genesis Patient Resource Center at 740-454-4335 or 866-270-1944, ext. 4335, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.  

Sessions are being held to assist patients in choosing alternative plans 

Several community business and healthcare organizations are partnering to offer free mammograms to those who can’t afford one due to lack of insurance, being under-insured or not having the ability to pay. Coconis Furniture, Marquee Broadcasting (WHIZ-TV), Genesis HealthCare System, Muskingum County Community Foundation, Southeastern Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer Project, and Riverside Radiology and Interventional Associates are committed to ensuring area residents receive this essential breast cancer screening regardless of their ability to pay.

During the month of October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, WHIZ-TV is airing a public service campaign on their NBC, FOX5 and MeTV stations to promote the free mammogram program. Vouchers for free mammograms are available at Coconis Furniture locations and the Genesis Cancer Care Center for community members to pick up. Patients may call Genesis Central Scheduling at (740) 454-4242 to schedule their mammogram to be conducted at Genesis imaging locations in Zanesville and Coshocton by the end of 2023, free of charge.

Last year 64 patients were able to receive free mammograms due to the efforts of these community organizations, and one person was identified with early breast cancer. For more information, contact Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services, at (740) 454-4274.

Organizations partnering to provide breast cancer screenings.

Genesis HealthCare System received the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll as well as Get With The Guidelines® Rural Stroke Bronze recognition for 2023.

Genesis HealthCare System is presenting “Aging Smart,” a four-part educational series on mature living to help community members thrive in the second half of life. The series is open to those who want to learn about being prepared for the future with information on community resources and options, either for themselves or for a loved one.

“Aging Smart” will be held June 27, July 25, Aug. 29 and Sept. 26. Each session begins at 5:30 p.m. at North Terrace Church of Christ, 1420 Brandywine Blvd., in Zanesville. 

Topics during the four-part series include:

•    Health, wellness and aging
•    Community resources and volunteer opportunities available
•    End-of-life decision making
•    Advance directives, living wills and healthcare powers of attorney
•    Hospice and palliative care information
•    Health insurance and financial planning information

Attendees will listen to presentations from Genesis and community organization experts and receive a notebook with resources, wellness tips and recipes. Refreshments will be provided. The program costs $20 for the entire series due when you register online. Financial assistance for the registration fee is available for those who qualify. Deadline to register for the series is Friday, June 23. To register or for more information, click HERE. 

Four-part series provides community resources and options for older adults.

Genesis is offering free sports physicals for student athletes from May 15 through June 15 at the Physician Services office in Coshocton. Make your appointment now.

The River View High School NIKE Club donated $363.50 to Genesis HealthCare System for the Genesis Cancer Care Center. The money was raised by NIKE Club students selling donuts and hot chocolate in the high school. The fundraiser was organized by Adara Birkhimer, a junior at River View and member of the NIKE Club, which is a group of female students who support and empower each other.

“We are grateful for the River View NIKE Club’s donation that will be used toward patients’ supplies,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services. “It is inspiring to see students who care about cancer patients have the initiative and dedication to raise the funds.”

Pictured left to right: Pebbles Thornton, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services; Adara Birkhimer, River View NIKE Club member; and Karin Moran, River View teacher and NIKE Club advisor.

Donation Benefits the Genesis Cancer Care Center

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For more than 70 years, heart disease has taken more American lives than any other illness or injury. That is why Genesis HealthCare System created the Genesis Heart & Vascular Institute. It is why we recruit the best heart doctors and invest in the most innovative technology to perform advanced heart procedures.

“Achieving this national recognition as one of the top 50 heart hospitals in America is a huge honor for the entire team at Genesis,” said Matt Perry, President and CEO of Genesis HealthCare System. “This level of exceptional care our team provides each patient is the result of many years of building an exceptional team of physicians, nurses and technicians, and implementing the latest, innovative technologies. You trusted us to care for you when you were in need of heart care, and your faith in us made this achievement possible.”

When Fortune Magazine/PINC AI, a healthcare improvement technology company, rated hospitals across the United States for 2023, Genesis ranked number seven in the community heart hospital category, the highest community ranking in Ohio.

Rankings were based on results for treating patients with a wide range of heart conditions and the cost of that care. According to Fortune Magazine/PINC AI, the winning hospitals achieved the following successes compared to non-winning hospitals: 

• Significantly higher inpatient survival rates (19.0 to 40.6% higher).
• Fewer patients with complications (13.2 to 15.4% fewer complications).
• Higher 30-day survival rates for acute myocardial infarction (AMI), heart failure (HF) and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) patients (0.4 to 0.9% points higher).
• Lower 30-day readmission rates for AMI, HF and CABG patients (0.5 to 1.0% points lower).
• Average lengths of stay varied between patient groups from 0.6 (AMI, HF, PCI) to 0.8 (CABG) shorter length of stay.
• $860 to $5,076 less in total costs per patient case (the smallest dollar-amount difference was for HF, and the largest was for CABG).
• Lower average 30-day episode of care payments for AMI and HF ($1,493 and $781 less per episode, respectively).
• Patients had a better experience at benchmark hospitals compared to peer hospitals, with a top-box HCAHPS score of 75% versus 70%.

 “The recognition of being one of the top 50 heart hospitals is an outstanding accomplishment,” said Tabitha McKenzie, R.N., BSN, MBA, Director of Genesis Heart & Vascular Services. “The team continues to do a phenomenal job. They are dedicated to bringing the best heart care to our patients and community.”

If all hospitals performed at top 50 heart hospital levels, each year there would be more than: 

• 7,600 lives saved.
• 6,700 complication-free heart patients.
• $1 billion saved. 

According to Fortune Magazine/PINC AI.

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