The Outlook for Healthcare Finance Leaders
HFMA President and CEO Joseph J. Fifer, FHFMA, CPA, talks about the merits of a short-term vs. long-term outlook for healthcare finance leaders.
Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain
Finance leaders who engage exclusively in short-term thinking do so at their organization’s peril.
HFMA Executive Roundtable: Voices on Value: Key Insights From Top CFOs
In this roundtable, several industry-leading CFOs discuss how they approach their daunting responsibilities and act as financial stewards of multifaceted organizations.
Next Steps for Physician Leaders
The future of healthcare delivery in the United States will depend on physician leadership, with strong support from administrative leaders.
Rethinking the Targets
Healthcare leaders should focus value-based payment efforts on the areas with the greatest potential ROI.
Truly Thriving Requires a Little TLC
When assessing the costs of health care, it is important to remember that “tender loving care” is inextricably linked with ‘total costs of care.”
Collaborating on Patient Safety and Clinical Quality
HFMA President and CEO Joseph J. Fifer, FHFMA, CPA, talks about the role of finance leaders in collaborating on patient safety and clinical quality.
Patient Safety and Quality: Reimagining the Role of Finance
Healthcare finance leaders should not focus only on meeting externally imposed payment requirements; they should collaborate with clinicians and health plan leaders on sustainably improving healthcare safety and value.
Message to Providers: Expect More Pricing Scrutiny
Healthcare finance leaders should review their organizations’ cost structure to ensure that their healthcare spending consistently adds value to patient care.
Sidebar: Core Elements of a Shared Accountability Partnership Model
A shared accountability partnership model must include a number of elements.