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Data mining techniques for reducing healthcare facility costs

The specific focus was upon unprofitable DRGs [diagnosis-related groups] and attempted to discern the negative financial impact of specific types of Medicaid and Medicare patients upon a facility (Silver et al. 2001, p. 159).

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Tchaikovsky's "Meditation" and emotional expression through musical counterpoint

Concert Number 90, Podcast Number 95 on the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Web site features Tchaikovsky's "Meditation" and Dvorak's "String Quintet in G Major, Op.

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Reforming American healthcare: fee-for-service payment and insurance models

There are several fundamentally important issues that require comprehensive change in American healthcare.

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Nouriel Roubini's analysis of the 2008 financial crisis and prevention measures

In his book titled "Crisis Economics" Nouriel Roubini skillfully unveils years before the red flags that would lead to the biggest financial crisis in the United States and in the world since the great depression.

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Fashion photography's influence on society and cultural trends

Fashion photography is an interesting research area because of various reasons. On the one hand, it is safe to state that it reflects the needs and desires of the society where it is produced.

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Howard Zinn's critique of Columbus and European colonial violence in the Americas

Historian Howard Zinn paints a picture of European colonization of the New World that conflicts dramatically with the impressions suggested by most contemporary historical accounts.

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Paul's concept of eternal life and spiritual rebirth in Romans

In Romans, Paul explains the nature of eternal life as being reborn in Christ. Eternal life is a "gift" given by God as an act of grace (Copeland). Eternal life is the only alternative to death.

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Gender representation in Hollywood films since the 1970s

Male and female relationships in cinema: How much has changed since the 1970s? Powers, Stephen, David J. Rothman, & Stanley Rothman. (2003). Transformation of gender roles in Hollywood movies: 1946-1990. Political Communication, 10 (93): 259-283

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The Alchemist's lessons on dreams, perseverance, and personal growth

No doubt, many of you young graduates sit poised in your chairs, terrified of what awaits you: the uncertain job market, and your uncertain futures. However, whatever you may encounter, you have this to comfort you: you have an education.

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Promotional strategy for Bilby's new hospital facility

The town of Bilby is proud to welcome a brand new hospital facility. Minister for the Community & Health Daly Downs, and Garrett Pietro of the famous rock band Grassroots will both be a part of a special media event in conjunction with this historic moment.

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