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Five Considerations When Moving Technology to the Cloud

Tips-focused article on how to prepare for and optimize a transition to the cloud. 

HFMA January 24, 2019

Temporary Nurses: A Viable Solution to Nurse Shortages

Nurse shortages have hospitals and health systems considering temporary nurses.

Marcia Faller January 23, 2019

Valuing Patients as Consumers

February marks National Wise Health Care Consumer Month. HFMA President and CEO Joe Fifer encourages healthcare finance leaders to reflect on what their organizations are doing to help patients and community members feel valued as consumers. 

Joseph J. Fifer, FHFMA, CPA January 23, 2019

The Texas Federal District Court’s Ruling on the Constitutionality of the ACA

The 2018 ruling in by the Texas District Court declaring Affordable Care Act unconstitutional is expected to be overturned, but the decision still could have an adverse effect on the future of value-based payment.

Ken Perez January 23, 2019

Innovation in Health Care—It’s Not Just an App

Innovative technology often is seen as the means for transforming health care, but what ultimately is required is innovative thinking that doesn’t rely solely on technology but also looks at ways to improve processes.

Jeff Helton,  PHD, FHFMA, CMA, CFE January 23, 2019

Textile Budget Considerations: A Laundry List

An efficient textiles program can help a health system maximize dollars allocated to linens and uniforms and result in better patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Mark Whitten January 23, 2019

The Art and Science of Integration

Healthcare organizations should consider seven key factors and related initial questions when contemplating a proposed integration initiative.

Keith D. Moore, MCP January 23, 2019

HFMA Helps Convert Imagination into Innovation

HFMA highlights innovative ways healthcare finance professionals are using technology to lower costs, improve care, and increase patient satisfaction.

Kevin Brennan, FHFMA, CPA January 23, 2019

SKU Optimization Initiatives Can Create Cost Savings in an Era of Value-Based Care

By assigning stock-keeping unit (SKU) information to equipment and supplies, hospitals can realize cost savings.

Dennis Mullins January 23, 2019

Improving CAH Medicare Part-A Payment Accuracy Using Bluetooth-based RTLS

A real-time location system (RTLS) provide critical access hospitals with an effective means for accurately tracking physician availability time for delivering emergency department services, thereby potentially increasing Medicare payments.

Marc B. Westle January 23, 2019
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