Learnings from the Front Lines: Physician Co-Management at Columbus Regional Health
Given the success of its surgical co-management program and employee gainsharing arrangement, the health system is considering a similar program for the ED and is positioning the organization to take on risk-based contracts.
At a Glance: What the Final Health Insurance Exchange Navigator Rule Means for Providers
Can hospitals and health systems serve as navigators or other assisters for the health insurance marketplaces? Here’s what the CMS final rule has to say.
When and How ERISA Can Protect Providers in an Audit Situation
Here are some specifics providers should know about ERISA and commercial audits.
HIPAA and Cloud Computing
Cloud computing multiplies the compliance risks for healthcare organizations, which possess both protected health information and financial information.
Successfully Negotiating Managed Care Contracts
“The more an organization solidifies its own expectations for contract negotiation and appreciates the needs of the payer, the more likely it is to reach an acceptable agreement,” says Paula Dillon, director of managed care for Rockford Health System.
Experts Speak – Levin on Trends and Technology
Steven Levin, Connance Chief Executive Officer, shares recent trends he is seeing in the provider space in terms of self-pay, as well as tips on focusing technology efforts and follow-up account activity for streamlined results.
Getting Physicians’ Input on Compensation
Physician compensation advisory committees establish principles that help hospitals and their employed medical groups build compensation models.