Harnessing the Power of 5 Generations in the Workforce
We are experiencing a unique time in the workplace when five generations are working side by side, writes Sharp Vice President and CFO Kari Cornicelli. This creates a dynamic environment that can be leveraged to improve teams' leadership capabilities and to increase the productivity of every team member.
Lessons From ‘The Greatest Generation’
Revenue cycle consultant Mary Lee DeCoster reflects on her 95-year-old father's career journey and the lessons he taught her along the way as a member of "The Greatest Generation."
Building Value Frameworks That Work for Patients
These practices can guide the design of value-analysis frameworks that promote value in patient care and outcomes.
The Truth Behind Generational Labels in the Workplace
Generational differences, as with any difference in the workplace, can be a source of innovation and strength, says HR consultant Leigh Limpic, but only if you treat these differences as something that can bring people together.
Case Study North Mississippi Health System
The effective use of advanced practice clinicians (APCs) to provide primary care in a clinically integrated network (CIN) is exemplified by North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) system, a health system based in Tupelo, Miss., that serves 24 mostly rural counties in
Called to Authentic Stewardship
Carol A. Friesen, FHFMA, 2017-18 Chair of HFMA, speaks of the need for finance leaders to be committed stewards in their organizations, intent on making a positive contribution to the transformation of the nation’s healthcare system.
Finding Cost Savings at HackensackUMC: A Six-Year Retrospective
A New Jersey hospital saved more than $12 million over six years by implementing an employee gainsharing program.
Fishing Lessons
Providers may object when value-based savings accrue to health plans. Although those objections have merit, other factors should be considered when formulating strategy.
Turn of the Worm
Employers are proactively implementing strategies to control increasing healthcare costs.
Can We Get a National Action Plan for Patient Safety?
Bipartisan collaboration among the nation’s political leaders is required to develop an action plan for ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality care within the U.S. healthcare system.