Leadership

9 features of a revitalized healthcare workforce

As the 2030s approach, the horizon looks daunting for the healthcare workforce. Consider these trends: The entire baby boomer generation will be eligible for Medicare coverage by the turn of the decade. Clinician shortages are projected to be well into the six figures by 2034, accelerated by a reported exodus of 145,000 clinicians in 2021…

Nick Hut December 17, 2024

Detained suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson seemed to have a grudge against the healthcare industry

The capture of a suspect in the homicide of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson appeared to confirm the notion that anger at the healthcare industry motivated the perpetrator. A man named Luigi Mangione, 26, was apprehended at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pa., on Monday, five days after Thompson was gunned down outside the site of parent…

Nick Hut December 9, 2024

Motive, perpetrator remain elusive in shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Media reports and law enforcement sources described Wednesday morning’s fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as a targeted attack against a high-profile executive, but as of early evening, police could not say why it happened. Thompson, 50, a married father of two teenage children, was walking toward the New York Hilton Hotel in Midtown…

Nick Hut December 4, 2024

People: Kirsten Largent named new CFO of OSF HealthCare

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, Ill., has named Kirsten Largent, CPA, as its new CFO, while Bartlett Regional Hospital in Juneau, Alaska, has promoted Joe Wanner, CHFP, FACHE, MBA, to the position of CEO, and Madison County Health Care System has promoted Audra Ford, MHA, to the position of CFO.

Crystal Milazzo December 2, 2024

Let’s reimagine our approach to workforce challenges

Bloomberg Philanthropies is investing in youth to address healthcare's talent shortage, creating "healthcare high schools" in 10 cities across the country, which combine classroom learning with hands-on experience and the opportunity to earn industry certifications and college credit.

Marc B. Scher, FHFMA, CPA November 27, 2024

Chapter News: HFMA’s Central Ohio Chapter invests in the future of healthcare finance 

The Central Ohio Chapter of HFMA offers tuition assistance to full-time students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in any healthcare management-related profession, and has seen a 350% increase in student membership since the program was launched in 2020.

Crystal Milazzo November 27, 2024

How a focus on fortitude can reduce physician burnout

Healthcare leaders can reduce burnout among physicians and staff by adopting a multifaceted framework to understand the problem, which includes fostering fortitude and addressing individual differences, as well as improving the work environment.

Stephen Hippler, MD, FACP November 27, 2024

Jill Geisler: Does your business etiquette need a tuneup?

Business etiquette is still relevant today, as it refers to how we express and feel respect in the workplace, present ourselves, communicate with each other, and relate to those we serve, with the need for updates to ensure that everyone feels respected and appreciated.

Jill Geisler November 25, 2024

HFMA recognizes 2,075 members who earned certifications in Q3 2024

HFMA now offers 11 certifications for members to validate their expertise and demonstrate their commitment to the profession, including the two recently launched certifications highlighted in bold in the list below. The HFMA certifications are as follows: Multiple certification holders Of the 2,075 people earning certifications in Q3, 101 attained more than one HFMA certification.…

Deborah Filipek November 8, 2024

HFMA now offers AI Governance Micro-Credential for healthcare finance professionals

As HFMA prepared to introduce its first micro-credential for healthcare finance professionals, we sat down with Todd Nelson, HFMA’s director of professional practice and partner relationships, to learn more. Q: HFMA just came out with its first micro-credential. Can you tell us more about it? Todd Nelson: HFMA launched its first micro-credential training course Nov.…

Deborah Filipek November 6, 2024
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