Patient Access

Lessons learned from 2020 HFMA MAP Award winners

Learn key takeaways from 15 revenue cycle leaders who shared performance at the HFMA Digital Annual Conference lessons learned around ways to strengthen and sustain revenue cycle.

HFMA November 30, 2020

A murky step in the right direction: HHS releases updated CARES Act Provider Relief Fund guidance

HHS, in a recent update, partially reverts back to the June 19 FAQs, which based the amount of PRF a provider is entitled to on lost revenue as opposed to its switch to lost margin in the Sept. 19 guidance.

Chad Mulvany, FHFMA November 1, 2020

Survey: COVID-19 profoundly affecting patient collections and financial assistance programs

This report focuses on key takeaways of the COVID-19 pandemic’s effect on patient collections at healthcare facilities based on an HFMA online survey for Digital Annual Conference attendees.

HFMA October 29, 2020

Employers again are planning to expand their use of narrow networks, survey finds

Large employers again say they plan a big increase in the use of narrow networks, a scenario made more likely by the pandemic.

Rich Daly October 23, 2020

Biohacking: What healthcare finance leaders need to know about this evolving enterprise

Biohacking is an emerging concept in healthcare that may have value in enabling healthcare providers to better manage the costs of care.

Martin Bluth August 27, 2020

Fauci says additional lockdowns’ not needed in response to COVID-19

Anthony Fauci, MD, says states can control the spread of the virus without additional lockdowns, even as some move to reinstitute sharp restrictions on healthcare services.

Rich Daly August 6, 2020

Hospitals began to reverse job losses in June as other healthcare segments surged

Hospitals restarted hiring in June after two months of steep job losses, but it’s unclear whether the latest resurgence of COVID-19 cases will cut off the rebound.

HFMA July 8, 2020

After patient volume collapsed amid the coronavirus pandemic, some see signs of recovery

Hospitals faced steep patient volume declines in March and April, but signs indicate levels could be recovering as elective procedures resume.

Rich Daly May 26, 2020

Providence deploys technology, analytics in response to the coronavirus pandemic

In Washington state, one of the epicenters of the COVID-19 pandemic, Providence has enhanced its response by taking advantage of new technology.

Lola Butcher April 1, 2020

$7.8 billion coronavirus legislation includes hospital support

Congress is quickly advancing a coronavirus funding package that will address some hospital preparation priorities.

Rich Daly April 1, 2020
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